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Is it legal for my boss the owner of the company to read personal text messages from me and my dad’s personal cell phones just because somehow my dad’s phone got linked to the main office computer? (They fired me over the messages)We both work for the company and he told me that my main... View More 
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answered on Feb 10, 2025
It is generally illegal for your employer to read your personal text messages between you and your father if they are on your personal cell phones. Employers typically do not have the right to access personal communications on personal devices unless you voluntarily give them access or there is a... View More
answered on Sep 2, 2024
Not in West Virginia. Your sister apparently was appointed the Administratrix (the female version of an administrator) of your father's estate, or was named the executrix of his will. Her job is to act on behalf of his estate, and as one of his beneficiaries, you are entitled to make a claim... View More
my dad ended up in er on july 28,2024 doctor told us his sodium was low an that he would make a full recovery but it was a very lengthy treatment but it was fixable and then 20 minutes later he came in to tell us that we needed to do comfort care which they never did , my dad went into cardiac... View More
answered on Aug 22, 2024
A West Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. I'm very sorry for the loss of your dad. You say you are contemplating legal action - you could consider reaching out to law firms in your state to try to set up a free initial consult. A law firm would... View More
I took her to the ER the next morning. The doctor would not confirm they were ligature marks although they were deep and clearly visible. I felt that he didn't want to get involved so suggested I bring her in the following morning to see her primary care doctor, which I did. Her primary care... View More
answered on Aug 14, 2024
A West Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry your mother sustained such alarming and disturbing injuries. You did the right thing by getting her out of there. Your post mentions that you ran out of characters. Regardless of what you were... View More
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answered on Jul 22, 2024
Your lawyer should have already prepared a proposed Order for the Court concerning your Judgment, and proffered it to the Court. After entry of the Judgment, your lawyer needs to draft a Deed and send it to the Defendants for execution. If they refuse, move the Court for the Court Clerk to... View More
answered on Jul 12, 2024
The LLC can sell the land whenever it wants to. The Company Agreement of the LLC will indicate who has authority to take action like selling its land.
Remember that the land itself is not part of your mother's probate estate. It is owned by the LLC. Company Agreements typically... View More
About 14 years ago I was Diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis I went through Treatment after Treatment one after another they failed I had multiple scopes done and it was the same result as the years went my condition got worse I missed lots of school, missed holidays, sports, and time with friends... View More
answered on Jul 2, 2024
A West Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your ordeal. Your sentiments are understandable. The best thing for you to do would be to try to arrange a consult with a med mal law firm in West Virginia. Free initial consults and... View More
They keep the place dirty the heat is unbearable too
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answered on Jun 26, 2024
I understand you're unhappy with the conditions at the Pine Haven homeless shelter in Beckley, West Virginia. Before considering legal action, here are some steps you may want to consider:
1. Document the issues: Keep a detailed record of the problems you've observed, including... View More
I had a message on my answering machine with a name and possibly company I couldn't understand, saying that it was a final attempt to serve a court summons and that someone over 18 needed to be here to sign and that failure to call back would result in fines and penalties under Title 18... View More
answered on May 28, 2024
First, it is not uncommon for a process server to call a person on whom they are serving a summons to arrange a convenient time to deliver the summons.
Second, it is not uncommon for scammers to use this type of call as a ploy to find out when you are home, usually to burglarize you at a... View More
I had a message on my answering machine with a name and possibly company I couldn't understand, saying that it was a final attempt to serve a court summons and that someone over 18 needed to be here to sign and that failure to call back would result in fines and penalties under Title 18... View More
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answered on May 28, 2024
You do not have to make yourself available to receive the summons and complaint. But you cannot attack the process server either. And intentionally avoiding service gives the plaintiff grounds to serve you by publication. If you get served, then hire an attorney. If not, forget about it.
As my grandmother’s POA, If I opened a savings account, solely in my name,
(to be used for her medical expenses/personal care items)
& deposited an inheritance check made out in my grandmother’s name; what happens to the funds remaining in account after she passes?
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answered on May 19, 2024
I would caution you against depositing a check made payable to your grandmother into an account that is in your name. That will look very much like theft or conversion. And that is the case even if you really only do use the money for your grandmother’s benefit. It is very risky for you.... View More
My grandmother was recently named my grandfathers heir for a quitclaim and will be receiving a disbursement check. She is on programs that are income based (housing/caregiver) and cannot have a lump sum of money in her bank or attached to her name. I am to sign paperwork on her behalf and to... View More
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answered on May 18, 2024
As your grandmother's Power of Attorney (POA), you have a fiduciary duty to act in her best interests. Given her situation with income-based programs, it's essential to handle the inheritance money carefully to avoid jeopardizing her benefits. Here are a few options to consider:... View More
The finance person did not give me the choice if I wanted the optional services added to my purchase. As she went over everything she said "you will get" never saying they are optional and have a additional charges. I noticed next day which was the weekend. I was told she would not be... View More
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answered on Apr 21, 2024
In many cases, it is possible to have your vehicle contract modified after leaving the dealership, especially if you were charged for optional items without your explicit consent. Here are a few steps you can take:
1. Contact the dealership: Reach out to the finance manager or the general... View More
since the pattern is continued and since 2020, are the statute of limitations for this injury 2 years or doest the clock start ticking after the last act that happened in the pattern or the first act in the pattern ?
i have a long pattern very detailed evidence, video texts their own... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about the abuse and harassment you've been experiencing from law enforcement since 2020. That sounds incredibly difficult and traumatic to go through. No one should have to endure that kind of mistreatment, especially from those sworn to protect and serve.... View More
Was invited to move in with a friend, who I then agreed to an amount to be paid for rent. This person also provided a letter to dhhr in order to provide proof of residence and payment of rent so I could receive snap benefits. I then received a summons over 60 days after I had moved in from the... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, there are a few potential grounds for defense against an unlawful detainer action in West Virginia:
1. Landlord-tenant relationship: If you can establish that a landlord-tenant relationship exists between you and the property owner (e.g.,... View More
They said they have a warrant and that I ran, which I didn't. Is that legal? I called the court as instructed to take care of the citation and was told it wasn't turned in yet which wasn't uncommon&to call back in a day or two. I left a message with the issuing officers voicemail, what do I do?
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it seems there may have been a misunderstanding or miscommunication between the police department and the court system. Here are a few steps you can take to address this situation:
1. Document the details: Write down the dates, times, and names... View More
I am disabled and need relief from the abuse of the KCSD, I don’t need monetary anything , I need help ,my house is not safe for me I need a safe place to go, victim resources that do more than just refer you to another number and another number . I need help with obtaining an advocate working... View More
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
I'm so sorry you're going through this incredibly difficult and traumatic situation. It's completely unacceptable for law enforcement to fail to protect victims of violent crime. You deserve to feel safe and supported. Here are some suggestions for getting help outside of the... View More
answered on Apr 8, 2024
A West Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm very sorry for the loss of your grandfather. In terms of what you can do, you could try to arrange a consult with a law firm that handles such cases. Free initial consults are the norm in the... View More
i was disabled by dupont with a guarantee of 60% of my pay ssi pays half and dupont paid half. when i started getting my pension they deducted it from my disability pay from dupont
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
I understand your concern about your pension being deducted from your disability pay from DuPont. Generally, pensions and disability benefits are treated as separate forms of income, and one should not affect the other. However, the specific terms of your disability agreement with DuPont and the... View More
It was against an employee at Walmart and they have not allowed me to make decisions, kept me up to date with rulings, returned any of my phone calls or emails
answered on Apr 2, 2024
To sue for malpractice, it is recommended that you consult with Legal malpractice attorneys. You may search on this website for Attorneys
Note, in order to approve Malpractice, you must prove that the attorneys violated standard care, and that, but for the attorneys Malpractice, you would... View More
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