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0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: What do I do if one parent of my grandchildren will sign over temporary custody but the other parent will not?

The father of three is in custody, my daughter will soon be in custody. My daughter will sign the temporary custody papers but the father won't. What can I do?

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Federal Crimes for California on
Q: Is it legal to cut someone several times in gas station line and harass by showing middle finger and yelling

Costco gas station, I took video and plate number of the driver

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answered on Sep 29, 2024

It’s not legal to harass or intimidate someone in a public space, including a gas station. Cutting in line repeatedly and making offensive gestures like showing the middle finger or yelling could be considered harassment or disorderly conduct, depending on the severity of the behavior. Such... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for California on
Q: I need advice on parking driving laws in california if the driver who was in the line was agressive and break laws
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answered on Sep 29, 2024

In California, aggressive driving and breaking parking or driving laws can lead to legal consequences. If a driver in line was aggressive, such as cutting in front of you, tailgating, or behaving in a threatening manner, these actions may qualify as reckless driving under California Vehicle Code... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Kansas on
Q: I am in KS on Parole from FL, supervised by KS. whose rules and laws have Primacy? Specifically - KS has DAY-FOR-DAY,

KS has DAY-FOR-DAY, FL does not. Am I entitled to early release per KS policy?

Q: Im a pro se plaintiif inWV. Im suing Logan County & four deputies that violated my rights. I need representation. Help!
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answered on Sep 30, 2024

Taking legal action on your own can be challenging, especially in a case involving civil rights violations and multiple defendants like county officials and law enforcement officers. It’s important to find a lawyer experienced in civil rights cases who can guide you through the complexities of... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Louisiana on
Q: How many days can my employer go without paying me a paycheck

My employer is not paying me on time it's been 17 days now without a paycheck

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Idaho on
Q: My brother did 14 months on a "rider". Did good for 4 months, then relapsed on fentanyl. He has 2-4 years over hi head.

My question is, will he do years in prison or in jail? He has a warrant out right now. Its sad. Things tend to sort out, for better or worse, I guess. I live in Pocatello, Idaho. Thanks.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for New York on
Q: Master hearing with no attorney

I was supposed to have my first master hearing early this year but I moved to another state and my previous lawyer filed a motion to move the court to my current state before this hearing and this has been granted. My master hearing is now in a couple weeks time but I’m haven’t found a new... View More

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answered on Sep 29, 2024

Yes, you can attend your master hearing without a lawyer and request more time to find one. It’s important to appear in court as scheduled, even if you haven’t secured legal representation yet. Missing the hearing could negatively impact your case.

When you attend, explain to the judge...
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0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: You ask someone if they want your car you let them know you may change your mind and the reason why can they keep it

They got my title online. Changed address. Told them do not drive it its illegal it didn't have ins. No time given when they can have it because I wasn't sure to give it or sell. 5/2023 offered car. 4/2024 they were to tow the car. They DROVE the car to store it. 6/2024 they got a post... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes for California on
Q: I need help my fiancee is at FDC MIAMI and is being harassed by inmate and staff I reside in Los Angeles

My contact number is 323-907-6916 my email is mariajoey8491@gmail.com. my wife is Crystal Vidal Register Number 12081-508 she is at FDC MIAMI my wife is being harassed by inmate an inmate and staff is allowing it

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answered on Sep 29, 2024

I’m really sorry to hear about the situation your fiancée is facing at FDC Miami. You may want to consider reaching out to her case manager or counselor at the facility to report these concerns. It’s important to document everything, including dates, times, and the nature of the harassment, so... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Domestic Violence, Landlord - Tenant and Libel & Slander for California on
Q: I live in California w boyfriend in his trailer for about 5 months now. What kind of rights do I have as a resident.

He has been verbally abusive and has threatened to kick me out. He had a woman hit me for some made up story he made up to have her hurt me..he is manipulative and has caused much pain and suffering. He kicks me out then allows me to come back only to kick me out again. I want to know from a legal... View More

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answered on Sep 29, 2024

In California, even if you’ve lived in your boyfriend’s trailer for only a few months, you may have tenant rights under the law. Since you’ve been residing there for about five months, you could be considered a tenant, which means he cannot simply kick you out without going through proper... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Texas on
Q: am I still under contract with my roofing contractor?

I filed a claim, the insurance paid out a little and denied my supplemental claim and told my contractor. they told me I have to file another claim for additional damages which I did. After the new adjuster did his inspection he said he was going to treat it as a supplemental claim from previous... View More

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answered on Sep 30, 2024

Your question does not provide enough information to answer the question you have asked. Your dealings with your insurance company likely has no bearing on whether you are under contract with your roofing contractor. Review your written agreement with your roofing contractor.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Virginia on
Q: How do you get rid of a court appointed attorney and hire your own if you're feeling you're being misrepresented
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answered on Sep 28, 2024

You just contact the attorney you want. You pay them the money to hire them. Then they will substitute into the case.

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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: My daughter was told she can't leave the state as there was a man murdered in her home.

She had nothing to do with the murder nor did she know about it. However she did have a sexual relationship w the murdered man gf not knowing she was 17 ..the gf lied to her about her age, my daughter 24

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Virginia on
Q: I have Ben accused of a concealment charge and I have a prior charge of peace and good behavior with 5 years hanging

Public def wants to settle on 30 days suspended but this will violate peace and good behavior what can I do

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: In California. Landlord retaliation after lawsuit filed.

A tenant has a lease that expired two years ago and has been month-to-month since that time.

The tenant has now brought a personal injury claim against the landlord as he tripped on a walkway.

Can the landlord end the month-to-month agreement and if necessary file a unlawful... View More

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answered on Sep 29, 2024

In California, a landlord cannot retaliate against a tenant for exercising their legal rights, including filing a personal injury claim. Retaliation includes actions like terminating a month-to-month tenancy or increasing rent because of the lawsuit. California law protects tenants from retaliatory... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Workers' Compensation for Ohio on
Q: Is this a violation of hippa.

I got injured at work, went to the e.r and the claim got sent to the previous owner of the business and their workers comp insurance (they owned it about 2 years ago and while at the e.r for the incident,

They asked the company name on my pay stub because they were having issues finding my... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Internet Law for New York on
Q: What legal framework protects local marketplaces from liability when users engage in harmful behavior after connecting?

I am looking to develop a local marketplace and want to understand the legal protections we'd be covered for. Platforms like OfferUp include disclaimers in their terms of service (Section 17) stating that users are responsible for interactions, but l'd like to know what specific legal... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Indiana on
Q: Im wondering what is a good argument for a probation sentence modification for domestic battery felony 3 in indiana?

Im trying to help someone I know file for a modification for their probation sentence, and cant really find any good information advising good reasons, or a strong case to get it approved. Also, how would i go about getting the correct forms?

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Support for Washington on
Q: If a new child support order does not order health insurance coverage does the original order still stand?

My 2017 court order orders my ex-husband to pay the premium to provide health insurance coverage for our child.

My new child support order states under health insurance "The Court is not ordering how health care coverage must be provided for the children because the Court does not... View More

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