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i need a lawyer in nashville tn that will help me in a civil case i need to sue someone

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Please feel free to call me on my cell phone to give me the specifics on why you want to sue someone.
Please feel free to call me on my cell phone to give me the specifics on why you want to sue someone.
That depends if you purchased it "as is" or with a warranty. If "as is", then you have no recourse. If with a warranty, then you might have a recourse.
That depends if you purchased it "as is" or with a warranty. If "as is", then you have no recourse. If with a warranty, then you might have a... Read More

Can I legally take the car I consigned for?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
See my previous answer to this same question.
See my previous answer to this same question.

My son was put in a cell by officer knowing he would be beaten does he have a case

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
He might or might not have a case but good luck in proving it.
He might or might not have a case but good luck in proving it.

Can I legally take the car I consigned for?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Since both of your names are on the title, then both of you have equal share in ownership and the right of possession. With this knowledge, do whatever you feel is necessary to accomplish your goal. However, if you do what you propose, then you need to notify the police for that city/county  what you are doing/ have done so that he does not file a stolen vehicle report on you.... Read More
Since both of your names are on the title, then both of you have equal share in ownership and the right of possession. With this knowledge, do... Read More
If you are asking me if you can get compensation for your dreams, it depends on whether you can establish liability and if you have medical proof to back up your claim.
If you are asking me if you can get compensation for your dreams, it depends on whether you can establish liability and if you have medical proof to... Read More

What do I need to do legally to have my landlord turn the power back on. So I can pack my stuff and cook for my 3 kids?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
He is not following the proper procedure.
He is not following the proper procedure.
That depends on whether the injury was caused by something that the apartment complex did wrong.
That depends on whether the injury was caused by something that the apartment complex did wrong.

I need to resolve a civil case in which I was scammed by a supposed pet rescue.

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can represent yourself in filing a small claims action against the pet rescue.
You can represent yourself in filing a small claims action against the pet rescue.

Where can i find an affordable attorney to take this

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You will need to contact attorneys in your area to find one who might take your case.
You will need to contact attorneys in your area to find one who might take your case.

Is it illegal to give an employee an ultimatum to resign?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Yes it is legal for them to give you the ultimatum. Tennessee has the "employment at will doctrine." Research it on google.
Yes it is legal for them to give you the ultimatum. Tennessee has the "employment at will doctrine." Research it on google.

Does mary f Edwards have a legal case of cruelty and neglect according to article 8 of prisoner rights?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I am sorry but I cannot answer your question in this forum. You will need to speak with an attorney who might be able to answer your question.
I am sorry but I cannot answer your question in this forum. You will need to speak with an attorney who might be able to answer your question.
Go online and find companies that assist you in getting out of time shares.
Go online and find companies that assist you in getting out of time shares.
I did not see any question in your summary. However, if you want to complain about the roads then you need to complain to the city or state, depending on what kind of road it is. However, if your house was built after the roads, then you might be out of luck.
I did not see any question in your summary. However, if you want to complain about the roads then you need to complain to the city or state,... Read More

I need names of lawyers that can take a personal head injury case on a federal inmate

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you want the names of attorney to handle the case you described, then you need to do the work and reseach by reaching out to attorneys to find out if they do that kind of case.
If you want the names of attorney to handle the case you described, then you need to do the work and reseach by reaching out to attorneys to find out... Read More
Answer is to complicated to answer in this forum. You need to speak with an attorney in your county.
Answer is to complicated to answer in this forum. You need to speak with an attorney in your county.
Consult with an attorney in your county who does civil litigation and file suit against the moving company.
Consult with an attorney in your county who does civil litigation and file suit against the moving company.

I am an older male who has been wronged by two people in Chattanooga. Who should I talk too?

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You are not clear in your description if the order of protection was issued or not. If the order of protection was issued, then there must have been some basis for the issuance and you can not sue them. If the order of protection was not issued, then you have no court record.
You are not clear in your description if the order of protection was issued or not. If the order of protection was issued, then there must have been... Read More

What can I do to recoup the costs of damages from a hit and run?

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers
You and sue the teenager and his parents for the cost of repair to your car.
You and sue the teenager and his parents for the cost of repair to your car.
I did not see a question in your summary.
I did not see a question in your summary.
Make an itemized list of everything that was broken or damaged and the cost of the item or repair costs. You could then consult with a local attorney about suing it for the damages.
Make an itemized list of everything that was broken or damaged and the cost of the item or repair costs. You could then consult with a local attorney... Read More

Can I sue a medical school for wrongful dismissal

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
It depends if the dismissal was in breach of the contract.
It depends if the dismissal was in breach of the contract.
You need to consult with an attorney in your county.
You need to consult with an attorney in your county.

do i have a cival action aginst my land lord?

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
No, you do not have a basis for a civil lawsuit against the landlord but you do have a basis for termination of the lease if you want.
No, you do not have a basis for a civil lawsuit against the landlord but you do have a basis for termination of the lease if you want.

Court judgement

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If he refuses to accept a money but will write a letter of satisfaction of the judgment, then take up his offer.
If he refuses to accept a money but will write a letter of satisfaction of the judgment, then take up his offer.