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Q: Rights of a beneficiary to question an executor's actions when wire fraud is involved.
I am a beneficiary of my late mother's will and have concerns about the actions of the executor regarding her financial matters. There is already an allegation of wire fraud against the executor, and I have documentation showing money being transferred from my mother's money market... View More 
Michael R. Stooksbury
answered on Jun 27, 2025
answered on Jun 27, 2025
The Executor has a fiduciary obligation to the beneficiaries listed in your mother's Will. Breaching that obligation is grounds for removal as Executor, which, as a beneficiary, you have the power to move the Court to take that action. Additionally, you may have a claim against the Executor... View More
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Q: How can I find legal representation for forgery and fraud issues involving my ex-husband and reclaim losses?
I am seeking legal representation on a contingency fee basis to address issues involving my ex-husband's alleged forgery and fraud using a Power of Attorney. This has resulted in the illegal handling of several real estate transactions, mortgage loans, and potential loss of 20 years of spousal... View More
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James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Nov 3, 2025
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answered on Nov 3, 2025
You’ve been hit from multiple angles, but you can pursue a two‑track plan: immediate civil litigation in Michigan to unwind forged transactions and a parallel criminal/identity‑theft referral to authorities. Contingency arrangements are often viable for fraud and real‑estate recovery where... View More
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Q: How to report workplace legal and ethical violations in TN?
I am currently employed in Tennessee and experiencing ethical and legal issues at my workplace, directed by the business owners. They have instructed me to manipulate policy information, such as omitting certain details to influence rates and writing policies incorrectly for cost savings. I've... View More
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James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Oct 14, 2025
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What you’re describing sounds serious, and it’s good that you’ve been documenting everything. In Tennessee, you can report insurance-related misconduct or unethical business practices directly to the **Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance**. They handle complaints involving... View More
Q: Accused of fraud by Discover account holder as authorized cardholder. Steps to take?
I am an authorized cardholder on a Discover account that has been active for 12 years. Recently, the account holder accused me of fraud, alleging that I opened the account without their knowledge and made unauthorized purchases. They made these accusations because the account debt was not being... View More
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James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Sep 18, 2025
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answered on Sep 18, 2025
You are in a situation where you have been accused of fraud by the primary account holder, even though you were an authorized cardholder for many years. The first step is to gather and preserve any records that show you had permission to use the account. Emails, texts, or written communications... View More
Q: Questioned by FBI about a case involving a deadly pill; what should I do next?
I was questioned by TBI and FBI agents about a situation where a pill was given to someone, resulting in their death. Other individuals have written statements about me, but I haven't been arrested. The agents have returned two more times seeking my cooperation to implicate others. What should... View More
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Anthony M. Avery
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answered on Sep 11, 2025
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answered on Sep 11, 2025
Do not talk to anyone else but your lawyer. Change your number and/or phone. Work while you can, even two jobs. Do nothing illegal and stay away from those that do.
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Q: Legal ramifications for threatening to expose personal images.
I received text messages and emails from an unknown individual threatening to expose personal images of me to the public. I haven't reported it to the authorities yet, but I have screenshots of the chats as evidence. What are the potential legal ramifications for this person?
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James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Sep 8, 2025
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answered on Sep 8, 2025
The person threatening to expose your personal images could face serious legal consequences under laws against harassment, extortion, and revenge porn. Sending threats with the intent to coerce, intimidate, or harm you can be treated as a criminal offense, and penalties may include fines,... View More
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Q: What legal steps can I take for appliance delivery issues and forged signature in TN?
I had appliances delivered by Spirit Logistics last week after purchasing them from Lowe's for a total of $8,500. The delivery service did not fulfill the installation services I paid for, leaving the refrigerator outside and uninstalled, the dishwasher unboxed, and delivered a stove with... View More
Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Jul 30, 2025
answered on Jul 30, 2025
Forged signature issues are tough to deal with. The best approach is to have a handwriting specialist testify, but that can be expensive. Your best bet is to consult with a competent local attorney and go from there.
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Q: What legal action can I take for a forged signature and breach of contract by Lowe's delivery service?
On July 23rd, I had appliances delivered through Lowe's and a third-party delivery service. The delivery team failed to perform the services I paid for, such as unboxing and installing the refrigerator, and they initially refused to let me speak with a manager. My stove arrived with scratches,... View More
Michael R. Stooksbury
answered on Jul 30, 2025
answered on Jul 30, 2025
While you are correct that you may have claims for breach of contract and fraud, the damages here seem low enough that hiring an attorney may cost you more money than it is worth. If you want to hold them accountable, you may file a civil summons in your county's General Session Court. That is... View More
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Q: Doesn’t All the states have unconstitutional aristocratic courts, as their constitutions and/or
unconstitutional lawyer
systems" require judges to be lawyers, creating a RULING
CLASS, which is FORBIDDEN by Art. IV, Sec. 4, of the U.S. Constitution, "The
United States shall guarantee to every state in this union a REPUBLICAN FORM of
government," any other form of government is... View More
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James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Jul 10, 2025
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answered on Jul 10, 2025
You're raising deep questions about fairness, equality, and access to public office—concerns that many people have felt for a long time. The idea that requiring judges to be lawyers creates a “ruling class” might feel like a violation of republican values, but courts have generally... View More
Q: What are the legal consequences for debit card fraud and impersonation in Tennessee?
I used a debit card that did not belong to me and impersonated the cardholder during a purchase at a store totaling $450. I have had a couple of misdemeanor charges in the past. The police informed me that there are now two warrants for my arrest—one for using the card and another for... View More
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Anthony M. Avery
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answered on May 24, 2025
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answered on May 24, 2025
Hire a good criminal attorney to turn you in off the Docket, so a bond might be low. Work steadily while you can, then be prepared to make restitution quickly.
Q: Why am I being charged for identity theft, and fraud card use over 1000, and my identity was stolen from scams
I have been arrested for the crimes of a scammer using my information
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Anthony M. Avery
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answered on Aug 16, 2024
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answered on Aug 16, 2024
You must hire an attorney now. Public Defenders will just plead you guilty. A conviction will destroy you. Criminal Discovery will be very significant to you defending yourself, but you must put on an active defense with your own testimony.
Q: What's the typical bail for embezzlement/fraud?
I spent $22,107 off of my company issued credit card. The company demanded that I pay the money back but I do no have it. Will I be arrested? And how much would bail be for a situation like this? I don't have a criminal history, not so much as a traffic ticket.
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Cayley Turrin
answered on May 10, 2024
answered on May 10, 2024
There are a variety of factors that a Judge needs to consider. I would be prepared to be arrested.
Q: Calling people and telling lies in order to stop or ruin all my personal & business relationships. What can i do?
They have hacked my phone and have access to my contacts. They call my gas stations, bank, everybody. Even my friends from school. It's a crazy amount of funds and effort spent on a nobody like me. What course of action should be taken
Stanislav Kshevitskii
answered on Nov 24, 2023
answered on Nov 24, 2023
It is not clear from your question whether you know the names of individuals who have committed and continue to commit these actions. At the same time, you indicated that they make phone calls, respectively, it is possible to identify these persons by their phone numbers. Having determined the... View More
Q: Arrest warrant .criminal
If a person has 3 criminal warrants for arrest, an they refuse to come out as police surround home,considering a elder is also living there..What recoarse other than doing the same thing over an over will they do to arrest the person if they remain there 24/7 an others bring needs to them..?... View More
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Anthony M. Avery
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answered on Jul 24, 2023
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answered on Jul 24, 2023
LEOs can force an entry if they have an arrest warrant or a search warrant. You probably do not know what is actually going on.
Q: How do I withdraw my plea agreement in Decatur county Tennessee due to ineffective counsel and pressure to accept
So I was charged with possession of drugs with intent my appointed attorney did not negotiate with the DA one bit bcthe same that the prosecutor offered in gen sessions was the same in circuit court this was my first felony charge and most first timers get rehab & or probation it was never even... View More
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Anthony M. Avery
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answered on Jun 28, 2023
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answered on Jun 28, 2023
Hire a competent attorney to: Motion to Set Aside Guilty Plea; or Notice of Appeal dealing with the Sentence only. Time may be too late now, so call for a lawyer today. Later a Post-Conviction Petition to set aside everything for Ineffective Assistance of Counsel can be filed (within 1... View More
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Q: I am founder of a new nonprofit in TN. I have felony from 2013 (UE).repaid all monies, no other criminal record.
Can I be an officer/manger on my board if I have felon from another state? I had an over payment for unemployment of 11,033.38 (including a $5,000 fine) ALL of which I REPAID in full. the nonprofit that I am starting is a community building project teaching beginning farmers from low income and... View More
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Anthony M. Avery
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answered on May 23, 2023
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answered on May 23, 2023
I am not aware of any disability from running a TN non-profit entity. If you already formed it, then apparently the TN Secretary of State has no problem. Since it is from another State, noone here may know about it at this time, and who would want to remove you anyway? You might look into... View More
Q: a friend of my girlfriend has a daughter caught by the district attorney and judge forging letter as a Dr. for capious'
said female failure to appear to court used Forged Dr letter today and judge had district attorney confirm letter as real but it was fake.
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answered on Apr 19, 2023
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answered on Apr 19, 2023
Forgery is a Felony. This is a public forum. She needs to hire an attorney, and talk to him.
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Q: my lawyer was impersonating as a lawyer and got caught stealing money from clients.i was convicted of a crime under him.
what should i do?
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answered on Aug 11, 2022
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answered on Aug 11, 2022
Its hard to answer this without lots more detail, but you need to talk to a good lawyer right away.
This absolutely casts serious doubt on your conviction and it may be that you are entitled to a new trial. You need a real lawyer now, do not wait. If you can't afford a lawyer write or... View More
Q: Can we report our boat as stollen since we have not been paid for it? Can I Sue the dealership?
My husband and I own a boat that we decided to sell. We put it on a lot for a dealership to sell for us. The deal was that the boat would not leave the lot until paid for. We also agree that the dealerships would take $500 for selling it. We got a call from the dealership about 12 days ago saying... View More
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answered on Aug 11, 2022
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Probably a Civil Warrant in General Sessions Court for Breach of Contract or Conversion. Hire a TN attorney.
Q: Can the law brake in your door on a arrest warrant and cut your home security cameras off and are they allowed to take
Take your phone out of your hand on a traffic stop and say we don't need anyone else here
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