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1 Answer | Asked in White Collar Crime, Contracts and Libel & Slander for Texas on
Q: I was awarded damages in a civil suit and the defendant also has criminal history for similar scams so can I tell others

I would like to warn others who I know are considering using this contractor

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answered on Jul 27, 2023

While I understand your concern, it's essential to be cautious about how you share information about someone's criminal history, especially if you were awarded damages in a civil suit. Making false or defamatory statements could potentially lead to legal issues for you. Instead of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Probate, Real Estate Law and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: How to obtain assets as a heir with no will or probate court in one case & no will but probate court in another case.

My brother provided a voided power of attorney document to a lien holder of my mother's home deed after she passed In order to obtain the deed. He also provided the probate court fraud bankstatements for our deasesed uncles estate in order not to pay my share as a hier so I have to separate... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 7, 2023

Hire an attorney with experience in probate litigation. A power of attorney from your mother is, of course, void upon her death. As an heir, you have the right to file for probate of your mother's estate, even though she doesn't have a will. You can ask the court to appoint you as a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Identity Theft, Social Security and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Can an individual be compensated for use of their info?

If an organization takes an individuals credentials to create an entity that generates revenue and income, is that individual entitled to some type of compensation?

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answered on May 2, 2023

It depends on the specific circumstances and the laws of the jurisdiction in which the individual resides. In some cases, individuals may have legal rights to compensation for the use of their personal information, particularly if the organization is using the information for commercial purposes... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: If your lawyer at lies about receiving documents is that considered obstruction of justice
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 2, 2022

The answer to this question depends upon the particular facts and circumstances. Attorneys have some degree of immunity, but deliberately lying to law enforcement during the course of a criminal investigation could theoretically, under the right circumstances, constitute obstruction of Justice.

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law, Securities Law and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Sister added to mom's account to pay her bills while mom helped covid son. $200k beneficiary check deposited in account

In 10 months, Sister took over 100K with out mom's permission. When mom, who is 81, noticed she closed the account. Any legal action we can take? Mom is really stressed.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Aug 8, 2024

Mom can sue Sister for any money taken out without mom's permission. If Sister used the money to buy or pay for a tangible asset, mom may be able to impose a constructive trust on that asset to help ensure repayment of the money taken.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: My husband lawyer isn't doing anything to help him and he doesn't even let us know nothing never comes to see him can we
John Cucci Jr.
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answered on Nov 19, 2023

Every lawyer who represents a client, especially in a criminal defense, must communicate with the client and let the client know of all court dates, all offers to settle, and must review the case, and the facts surrounding the case. If your husband's lawyer is not keeping him up to date, and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Internet Law and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: What happens if I received money from a stranger by accident through Zelle and Spent it

The owner reached out to me threatening to report me to law enforcement .Minneapolis

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 13, 2023

If you accidentally received money from a stranger through Zelle, all you need to do is promptly send the money back to its rightful owner and you should not have any legal issues. You will only face legal problems if you don't send it back now that you it wasn't intended for you.

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Can I sue and prosecute individuals for being in my phone without my consent

This has been going on for five years and one of there names is Boonzey

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jun 21, 2023

Yes, you can. But you will need the individual's legal name and address either to complete a police report or to serve the individual with a civil lawsuit. My suspicion is "Boonzey" is not the person's actual legal name.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: With computer crimes , is it an open and shut case if they have your IP address?
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answered on Jun 9, 2023

NO!

All elements of a crime must be proven to find you guilty of a crime.

Good Luck!

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Constitutional Law and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: I had a house mortgaged into my mom for half the value. My sister became my mom's power 9f attorney as well as a realtor

She managed to take my house and put it in her name. How can I sue her for the value of my home now? I don't have any money for an attorney. I believe 8t shows my house 8s valued at 316,000.00 now

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answered on Apr 24, 2023

If your sister is a Real Estate agent or broker and you believe she has committed fraud and took your interests you can file a complaint with the TX Real Estate Commission.

Good Luck!

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Sexual Harassment, Social Security and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Ok so I find a RV at a storage yard, inside of the RV are the keys and the title. The previous owner is either dead or j
Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Dec 19, 2022

The owner of the storage yard has to contact the owner of the RV before anything be done with the RV

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Identity Theft and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: I was given a letter saying im the target of an investigation.. and I need help

the case involves my previous employers.

Penny Wymyczak-White
Penny Wymyczak-White
answered on Nov 20, 2022

Retain a lawyer asap. This could be criminal or civil,

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, Federal Crimes and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: How can I get a transcript of court proceedings in 1991 in Bell County Tx.? Also a copy of conviction in it's entirety i
Stephen A. Nicholas
Stephen A. Nicholas
answered on Sep 25, 2022

To obtain a transcript, contact the court reporter if the court in which the case was heard. That would be the starting point for the transcript. 31 years is a long time to retain a transcript, depending on the type of case & what happened in the case (appeals, etc.). A copy of the conviction,... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Criminal Law, Banking and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Don’t work for a company and that “company” sends you funds (cash app) can you keep it?

I’m being threatened by a make believe company that they will report me for stealing company funds. I do not legally work for them and they sent me funds over cash app. Since it was sent from cash app is it legally mine? They wanted me to be a money mule for them and convert it to Bitcoin for... View More

Elaine Jarvis
Elaine Jarvis
answered on Jun 17, 2022

Absolutely do not give this company any of your personal information. They are trying to phish you or obtain your personal details. There is a way on the cash app., I believe, to return the money, decline to accept it or report it as fraudulent. I would explore those avenues. The cash is not... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Libel & Slander and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: What can you do if a prosecutor lies to a judge about you?

Prosecutor has lied several times but criminal attorney said it doesn't have anything to do with statue you were charged with. What can or should you do?

"Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake." - Napoleon Bonaparte

Perhaps your lawyer knows that the judge already knows that the prosecutor's argument is irrelevant.

2 Answers | Asked in Banking, Criminal Law, Identity Theft and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Is there someone that can be held responsible for the headache this charge has caused me?

About myself: Besides a dismissal back in 2006 for Driving with Invalid License, and now this case, I have no other criminal history.

Recently, I was arrested due to having a warrant for one charge that was due to 2 hot checks I supposedly wrote at HEB, back in 2018.

I was confused... View More

Michael Hamilton Rodgers
Michael Hamilton Rodgers
answered on Jan 9, 2022

Generally, a person has to pead guilty or "no contest" (which is the same thing as pleading guilty) in order for them to be placed on probation. And if you pleaded either of those, I'd say you are really out of luck. Then I would ask why you would do such a thing knowing you were not... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Do deffense attorneys protect the victims of a crime or only the accused?

If you or someone you know becomes a victim of a White Collar crime, should you contact an attorney before reporting it? What type of attorney represents the victim harmed by the crime?

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answered on Nov 25, 2021

Defense attorneys often represent victims of crimes to ensure their rights are protected and they are being treated fairly within the system. The prosecutor is also a representative of sorts for victims as they are the Peoples attorney as well. However, a defense attorney for a defendant in a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Federal Crimes and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Can I file a lawsuit to have a fraudulent W-2 revoked?

Can I file a lawsuit to have a fraudulent w-2 revoked?

I am an independent contractor.My life line during the pandemic depends on gig worker assistance. A company fraudulently re-characterized me as a w-2 employee after I terminated all business relationship with them due to consistent... View More

Teri A. Walter
Teri A. Walter
answered on Feb 24, 2021

I don't know what claims you could make yourself, but you could report the situation to the IRS. If they claim you were a W-2 employee, they should have been paying payroll withholding, and weren't. That can result in a 100% penalty against the company, and against anyone who had... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Small Claims and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: My Jeep was repo'd, when I went to collect my property from the vehicle there was $3000 of items missing.

I have receipts from everything of value stolen, including the tow truck drivers boss that released the vehicle to the transport company stating that she did see my personal property inside the vehicle before it left her lot.

If you believe that you were a victim of a crime then you can report the incident to law enforcement... otherwise, it is a matter for civil court.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Can state take your st. time if picked up by the feds for conspiracy had a 28 yr state sentence did 8 yr been out for 10

He didnt catch any charges its all ghost dope hasnt been in any trouble in 10 years been in feds for 2 years and state just now decided to give him 23 years took his 10 years street time why can they do that would a parole attorney help any

I am not exactly sure of the situation. Call the attorney of record for the defendant for clarification

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