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2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Sexual Harassment and Civil Rights for Pennsylvania on
Q: I was fired yesterday after filing a second complaint about the same customer sexual assaulting me in the restaurant.

The restaurant has no handbook or ethics. Not even a system to file complaints. The customer is an investor and has ties with the hemp distributor ( it was a brewery). The first time in mid October the customer caressed me and I became deeply uncomfortable. As soon as I could get away I went to my... View More

Andrew S. Abramson
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Andrew S. Abramson
answered on Jan 29, 2022

The facts you present could present a retaliation claim but more information is needed to thoroughly evaluate. Please contact our law firm so that we can obtain more details.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Cannabis & Marijuana Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: I was pulled over in PA with marijuana and paraphernalia. What charges am I facing?

I was pulled over for registration being expired, the cop said he smelled weed and then searched my car after telling me if I don’t consent he would make me wait for a drug unit dog to come in. He found 8grams of weed, .5 grams of wax and some paraphernalia. ( I have me medical card for... View More

Mark Aaron Hinrichs
Mark Aaron Hinrichs
answered on Nov 21, 2021

Likely possession of both marijuana and paraphernalia. Depending on other circumstances, you could be facing additional charges. I suggest retaining an attorney to assist you and ensure any potential pentolites are kept at a minimum.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: I watched my loved one corpse be dragged down his staircase by the police, what should I do?

The officers in question, while preparing the body for transport to the medical examiner, dragged the man down the stairs and his girlfriend watched as he made impact upon each stair, they then pretended to take care once they noticed they were in our line of sight. One officer in particular was... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Oct 14, 2021

It's not clear if that would be abuse of a corpse, but you may have a claim depending on a variety of factors. Contact an attorney in your area.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: My 14 and 16 year old son's were jumped by a group of 8 kids do we need a lawyer
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Oct 14, 2021

Let the criminal process take it's course. If your son was hurt and you have medical bills the Crime Victims Compensation Act may pay for them.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Pennsylvania on
Q: What are my rights and obligations as a passenger in a car at a traffic stop. I live in Monroe county,Pennsylvania.
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Sep 28, 2021

I assume you mean the car was stopped for a violation? Your rights are those of any other citizen. Feel free to call me to discuss what your question is about.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Wrongful Death for Pennsylvania on
Q: Are police required to do welfare check-in on someone who may be in danger?

I called the police on August 11, 2021 because my father started he was in danger and was acting strange, I'm 30 minutes away so police department is much closer. They never went to check on him and the next day by 12:45 pm he was dead. is there anything I can do. I feel like he could have... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Sep 13, 2021

It's hard to say without knowing more. Maybe the police contacted him and he was normal when they talked to him. They don't have an obligation to check on everyone. However an attorney who specializes in police actions would be the best bet to contact.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can my ex girlfriend blackmailed me if I don’t send my truck over she’s also threatening to press charges against me

We have got into several fights there was one time the police were called in the report done but neither one of us called or had the police report done she went and signed a piece of paper stopping the investigation can she pursue any charges if she stop the investigation and didn’t follow... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Sep 13, 2021

anyone can threaten anything. You should consult an attorney to discuss your potential exposure to having a complaint lodged against you--and note, she can still follow through on that even if you give her your truck.

Q: I need to find case law defending against 5503 a(1) (2) (3) (4). I have a couple days to find c.l. but I'm not sure...

...sure how to locate any. I was assaulted on my property by a cop for recording, he broke my property

and he refused to identify. My reaction was provoked. There was no intent on my part to be disorderly. Any help you can offer would be greatly appreciated.. thanks

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Aug 4, 2021

you need to find an attorney. As you may have a possible civil case, contact the ACLU, ask to talk to someone who handles "police misconduct" cases, ask them for names of their "cooperating attorneys." Speak to one or more of those.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Pennsylvania on
Q: Hi, my husband and I are residents of Ontario Canada and we received a civil complaint from Drums, PA county of Luzerne.

We purchased a piece of land at Eagle Rock Resort in PA in 2017. We paid dues thru our credit card for a year. We told them we are not able to continue anymore due to financial reason and we stopped the payment. Now, we received this civil complaint against me and my husband. Hope you can help us.... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Aug 3, 2021

You need to respond to the complaint. Look at the contract--chances are you agreed to service of the complaint. You don't want it to go to default judgment.

If it's a time share there may be other issues.

Start by seeing (if it's a time share) if they will take it...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: I an getting calls from discover credit card they are threatening to sue me for non payment im on disability and c

Can't repay what they want what can I do

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 30, 2021

First, get a piece of paper or a notebook.

Whenever you talk to them write down the date and time. Get the name of the person you are speaking with. If they say they can't give their name, ask how they identify themselves. Explain that you don't know who you are speaking...
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1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI and Civil Rights for Pennsylvania on
Q: I was wondering if you could get charged for refusing a blood test if you are not placed under arrest

What i am not understanding though, is when I asked the cop if he had a warrant for the blood test he reply was "I could get one but I don't feel like it" How can I be charged with something when I was not even placed under arrest? Also, when he said that he didn't feel like getting a warrant

Ellis B. Klein
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Ellis B. Klein
answered on Jul 24, 2021

You are definitely going to get charged. When you refuse the test there is an assumption that you were under the influence and you will be charged under the general impairment section of the DUI law. Additionally because he did not take the test the law says that your license will be suspended for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can I get in trouble if I call the police on a dealer that came to my hotel and stole everything of mine when I slept

I gave him money got the stuff but when I passed out he took EVERYTHING. TOILETRIES AND ALL.

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 16, 2021

U would suggest you contact an attorney who handles criminal defense as it's a case where 1) yes you can make the call but 2) explaining why could implicate you.

However, the big problem I see is that unless you know who it was who took your things, for sure not guessing, the Police...
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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Civil Rights for Pennsylvania on
Q: I was in and accident me and the driver resolved it without police someone did call cops and they came to make a report

We then got in our cars and left few days later I get a ticket for not having a license

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jun 22, 2021

Not sure of your question. If you didn't have one, you can be ticketed for that even if you were not at fault. However if you were not at fault and injured, you need to protect yourself and your access to care by seeing a doctor--the medical benefits in a wreck last for 4 years plus, no... View More

Q: Can I refuse a PCR test for “COVID” before surgery? The test cannot detect infectious disease and there is class action

The hospital is trying to force me to get a PCR test before a surgery. There is currently a class action lawsuit being filed by Dr. for Crimes Against Humanity as the maker of this test Kary said it cannot detect infectious disease. I do not consent and I need surgery. There is no law that people... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on May 25, 2021

A hospital isn't obligated to operate on anyone who doesn't follow their protocols. You can ask for a different hospital but none of them are required to abide by your concerns. You have no Constitutional Right that forces anyone to give you medical treatment, especially under your terms.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Pennsylvania on
Q: What is the legal statue on filming a minor at a public park in Pennsylvania with out parental consent?
Ryan L Hyde
Ryan L Hyde
answered on May 11, 2021

Simply video taping in a public place, even a minor, is not in and of itself a crime or cause of action. Consent or permission would not be required. However, if the video tape were being used for some illicit purpose, sexual gratification, or was taken in a place where the person who had a... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Workers' Compensation, Civil Rights and Sexual Harassment for Pennsylvania on
Q: Verbal and sexual harassment at a union job. Terminated after filing sexual harassment complaint.

Here are a few bullet points of what occurred:

1. Verbal & Sexual Harassment

2. Unpaid hours every week due to archaic system; and I can’t prove it since I was told to report hours worked to management, who didn’t consistently report my time to payroll.

3. Vehicle... View More

Timothy Belt
Timothy Belt
answered on May 6, 2021

In regard to bullet point 4 only, assuming you reported the injury within 120 days, and a period of less than 3 years has past since the date of injury, you may still have a claim for workers' compensation benefits which may provide payment of medical as well as wage loss benefits despite your... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Pennsylvania on
Q: I filed a complaint with the EEOC 12/16/19. The EEOC transferred my case to New Jersey Division on Civil Rights, 6/2020.

The investigator from the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights has been investigating since September 2020. I reached out to her January 4, 2021 to request a status update. She responded that she in the process of working on my case and setting up appointments with Respondent. And that she will be... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Feb 23, 2021

It may be they are understaffed it may be long. You can consult an attorney who handles EEO matters. If the employer is in New Jersey, you will want a New Jersey attorney. Contact the New Jersey Assn for Justice--and ask for an employment law attorney. They give free consults.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Health Care Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can a cop detain me in cuff in my own house when I was not violent or yelling; I was eating. They also injured me.

The one cop was very aggressive and used unnecessary force and illegal detainment. now they want to charge me with BS to coverup their mistake due to them on ego trip.

Ryan L Hyde
Ryan L Hyde
answered on Jan 7, 2021

The problem with your question is that it lacks the context needed to answer. Why they were in your home matters. For instance, many police departments will cuff a person when they are executing a search warrant. Your simply stating "you are not violent" doesn't mean that you... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Pennsylvania on
Q: Do I have to provide opposing counsel with documents that have nothing to do with the pending case.

My case is for equal pay and retaliation and now after providing excessive amounts of documents, opposing counsel is requesting access to all of my medical records. There is nothing medical related to the case therefore do I have to see sign the HIPPA release?

Timothy Kraeer
Timothy Kraeer
answered on Nov 11, 2020

Typically, you do not need to provide medical records if your medical condition is not part of your claim. Realistically, an attorney would need to know more about your case to determine if there is any reason to obtain your medical records. If you do not provide a signed HIPAA authorization, they... View More

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