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I am a minor working as an admin at BreachForums, primarily involved in cybercrime, money laundering, and managing stolen data/accounts, though I don't personally obtain the data. I help middleman for the forum, and also manage their social media accounts and announcements. I haven't had... View More 
answered on May 13, 2025
You could be implicated in conspiracy to commit a crime or aiding and abetting cybercrime, even if you didn't commit any hacks yourself. This could include wire fraud and money laundering crimes, or crimes under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) for trafficking in stolen credentials.... View More
I discovered on May 2, 2025, that my ex-wife forged my signature on a HUD loan after our separation. As a result, I can't sell the home unless I come up with $26,000, and it's now going into foreclosure. I took the home in our recent divorce, unaware of the loan. I haven't reported... View More
answered on May 7, 2025
You can file a declaratory judgment suit seeking a declaration that you are not legally obligated to repay the HUD loan because your signature on the loan documents are a forgery and you did not know about or participate in the loan, having discovered the loan only after your recent divorce, and... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2024
Atty. Wymyczak-White is correct. While the bail amount seems quite high, many factors go into a judge's decision regarding what bail should be, and there are guidelines. If you have a substantial criminal history, or egregious underlying charges related to the resisting arrest (like you have... View More
I accidentally used a credit card found in my mailbox, belonging to someone else, to purchase a $3,000 item on eBay. I realized the mistake a few hours later and unsuccessfully tried to cancel the order. The item has been shipped, and I expect to receive it today. I haven't taken any further... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2025
Even if you didn’t intend to commit a crime, using someone else’s credit card without their permission—especially for a $3,000 purchase—can be interpreted as credit card fraud or identity theft under the law. The fact that the card was not yours and was found in your mailbox does not... View More
I am a family member seeking advice on a situation involving my 83-year-old father. He has been abused by a woman who has stolen his money, checkbooks, and mail, committing fraud by signing his name without authorization. There is an ongoing case dealing with these issues. How can I ensure my... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
What you're going through is heartbreaking, and it's good that you're taking action to protect your father. In Texas, elder abuse and financial exploitation are taken seriously, and your father has legal rights that can and should be defended. If there’s already an open case, make... View More
I am dealing with a situation where my signature was forged on a bill of sale for my mother's property, which I inherited after her passing. Unfortunately, I didn't change the deed into my name before selling it to cover funeral expenses. The bill of sale now has my allegedly notarized... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2025
You say you sold the property to cover funeral expenses. So the best course of action is to reprint the bill of sale and sign it now, then send it to the buyer to replace the bill of sale with the forged signature.
I, Nitesh Bhandari, a Nepali student, was on an F-1 visa in the U.S. since August 2024. While in Texas, I was a victim of serious crimes, including banking fraud where individuals hacked my accounts, drugging, staging a fake drug test, and receiving threats at the Dallas airport, leading to my... View More
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answered on Mar 12, 2025
First, immediately create a detailed timeline of every event, clearly documenting dates, locations, persons involved, and what exactly occurred. Attach any available evidence such as emails, banking records showing fraudulent activity, text messages, or medical reports related to being drugged. If... View More
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.
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.
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
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
The owner reached out to me threatening to report me to law enforcement .Minneapolis
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.
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
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
This has been going on for five years and one of there names is Boonzey
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.
answered on Jun 9, 2023
NO!
All elements of a crime must be proven to find you guilty of a crime.
Good Luck!
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
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
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.
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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
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.
the case involves my previous employers.
answered on Nov 20, 2022
Retain a lawyer asap. This could be criminal or civil,
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
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