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If you opt out drud court do you still get your jail time you sit in jail waiting to sign in p for drug court

Answered 6 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Yes, she should get credit for the time that she spent in jail.
Yes, she should get credit for the time that she spent in jail.

how can i find a lawyer in knoxville tn that also has license in the dtate of florida

Answered 6 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I don't know of any data base that lists attorneys who are licensed in Tennessee and Florida.
I don't know of any data base that lists attorneys who are licensed in Tennessee and Florida.

Someone made a false police report against me that gave me a felony and I had to serve time in jail I have a witness who was present

Answered 6 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you were convicted of aggravated assault by either a trial or plead guilty, there is no one to sue because you are guilty of the charge.
If you were convicted of aggravated assault by either a trial or plead guilty, there is no one to sue because you are guilty of the charge.

What are the jurisdiction laws in Tennessee???

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
As a general rule, governments have immunity for a "wrongful arrest". You would have to prove malice in order to win.
As a general rule, governments have immunity for a "wrongful arrest". You would have to prove malice in order to win.

Are inmates allowed to be kept in a cell with NO water or electricity pending investigation?

Answered 6 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The prison/jail has a wide discretion on the handling of prisoners. I know that this is not an exact answer to your question but it is the best that I can do.
The prison/jail has a wide discretion on the handling of prisoners. I know that this is not an exact answer to your question but it is the best that... Read More

Where can I a competent attorney if my state bar association refuses to return my calls?

Answered 6 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The state bar association does not provide you with an attorney. You will have to call around and try to find an attorney on your own to represent you.
The state bar association does not provide you with an attorney. You will have to call around and try to find an attorney on your own to represent... Read More

I bought a truck from a friend of mine. After I paid for the truck he told me that he had to file for a lost title. It's been 6 months and still no ti

Answered 6 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I am hoping that you got a bill of sale. Tell your friend that you want the money back that you paid for the truck. You can also call the state yourself to try and find out the status of the lost title.
I am hoping that you got a bill of sale. Tell your friend that you want the money back that you paid for the truck. You can also call the state... Read More

False imprisonment

Answered 7 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
T.C.A. § 29-20-205 titled "Public officers and employees; negligent acts or omissions" states that immunity from suit of all governmental entities is removed for injury proximately caused by a negligent act or omission of any employee within the scope of his employment except if the injury arises out of: False imprisonment pursuant to a mittimus from a court, false arrest...Based upon the facts that you described, you do not have a case.  ... Read More
T.C.A. § 29-20-205 titled "Public officers and employees; negligent acts or omissions" states that immunity from suit of all... Read More

how do i get the title to get paided for work completed..

Answered 7 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
There is a process that you have to go throught to be able to sale the car. Tennessee Code Annotated § 66-19-101, etc. is the law that applies. Go onto Google to get a copy of the law.   
There is a process that you have to go throught to be able to sale the car. Tennessee Code Annotated § 66-19-101, etc. is the law that applies.... Read More

What can I do about a officer stating he made a mistake in court and I still get found guilty

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I can't tell if you plead guilty or were found guilty after a trial but obviousl the officers admitting a mistake didn't have much of an impact on the verdict and you were found guilty of DUI(2). Nothing to do but file an appeal. 
I can't tell if you plead guilty or were found guilty after a trial but obviousl the officers admitting a mistake didn't have much of an impact... Read More

I live in a duplex and share yard... she has vicious dog that keeps coming over in my yard but does she have the right to post no trespassing signs

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You need to talk and deal with your landlord about this issue.
You need to talk and deal with your landlord about this issue.

A new manager at work said she wished she could punch the fag in the face referring to my partner, called us faggots etc. we quit. do we have a lawsu

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Tennessee follows the "employment at will" doctrine. Look it up on google to find out what it means. However, if you think that you were discriminated against because of your sexual orientation, you can filed a compliant with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Tennessee follows the "employment at will" doctrine. Look it up on google to find out what it means. However, if you think that you were... Read More

Can I sue my landlord for racial profiling from many complaints about a neighbor

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I don't see racial profiling here. If the person making the noise is another tenant, then send you landlord a letter by certified mail letting her know that if the noise does not stop, then you intend to move out because the landlord owes you the duty to protect your quiet enjoyment and use of the premises.... Read More
I don't see racial profiling here. If the person making the noise is another tenant, then send you landlord a letter by certified mail letting her... Read More

I was assaultrd b6 a Mcdonalds work. She verbally assauted me and threw a drink in my face. What kind if lawyer

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You need to go to the police department and file a complaint with it.
You need to go to the police department and file a complaint with it.

Can a civil suit be filed 11 years later.

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The statute of limitations has long passed if this happened in Tennessee.
The statute of limitations has long passed if this happened in Tennessee.

I was denied a phone call, lawyer and seizure meds when arrested for failure to appear for a ticket I never received. I had 12 seizures while held

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you can prove through your doctor that the seizures caused quantifiable damage to your brain, then you have a lawsuit against the Sheriff's Department.
If you can prove through your doctor that the seizures caused quantifiable damage to your brain, then you have a lawsuit against the Sheriff's... Read More

Do I have a case or should I drop it?

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
As far as suing your employer for wrongful termination, you have no case. However, you do have a right to know what it is you were terminated for especially if you want to file for unemployment benefits.
As far as suing your employer for wrongful termination, you have no case. However, you do have a right to know what it is you were terminated for... Read More

Will you help me bring suit to these munipalities? They ruined my 85,000 investment and brush me off. I'm suing for slander, Defamation of Character

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I don't do these type to cases. You will need to call around to find an attorney to assist you.
I don't do these type to cases. You will need to call around to find an attorney to assist you.

What should I do if previous landlord refuse to give me my deposit back after living out the lease term in full

Answered 7 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can sue him in small claims court.
You can sue him in small claims court.

Can I sue Farm Bureau and city of Humboldt for defamation of character?

Answered 7 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The insurance company has a right to cancel your policy. You have no lawsuit.
The insurance company has a right to cancel your policy. You have no lawsuit.

My son's court has been continued 7 times.

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You need to talk with his attorney about his case.
You need to talk with his attorney about his case.

What can i do?

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
There is nothing that I  can do for you.
There is nothing that I  can do for you.

I just received a check from a lawyers office from a claim due to a car accident. I Am unhappy with the outcome. And where my money went is questiona.

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I am assuming that you received a check from your lawyer after a settlement that you agreed to. The lawyer should have told you what liens there were and how much you would receive before you agreed to the settlement. If this was done, you are bound by your decision to settle.
I am assuming that you received a check from your lawyer after a settlement that you agreed to. The lawyer should have told you what liens there were... Read More

Medical

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I am sorry that you had to undergo this physical and mental trauma. Under Tennessee law, psychological/mental trauma such as what you suffered falls within the claim of negligent infliction of emotional distress.  A plaintiff alleging only emotional injuries must present material evidence as to each of the five elements of general negligence-duty, breach of duty, injury or loss, causation in fact, and proximate, or legal cause.  To guard against trivial or fraudulent actions, recovery is limited to claims involving “serious” or “severe” emotional injury which are supported by expert proof. In other words, you will need a psychiatrist or psychologists to back up your claim that you suffered PTSD as a result of what happened.  ... Read More
I am sorry that you had to undergo this physical and mental trauma. Under Tennessee law, psychological/mental trauma such as what you... Read More

Is there a lawyer that will go up against a prison?

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Not sure what you want sue for but you just have to call around and speak with attorneys.
Not sure what you want sue for but you just have to call around and speak with attorneys.
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