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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 restraining order

Answered 6 years and 10 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
First, do not violate the restraining order.  Follow  the law and stay away from this person in every way including electronically. Second, you can always get a matching restraining order against them.  Finally,  there is a big difference between a restraining order and a temporary restraining order.  I imagine that you got a temporary restraining order. You should read up on it. Good luck.... Read More
First, do not violate the restraining order.  Follow  the law and stay away from this person in every way including electronically. Second,... Read More

Can I have somebody arrested for standing in front of my car and not letting me leave

Answered 6 years and 10 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
Yes you can. Your personal freedom include the ability to travel where you choose without being restrained by someone else. When someone else restrains you or prevents you from travelling, this is punishable as a crime, known as false imprisonment. The crime of false imprisonment, sometimes called criminal restraint or criminal confinement, occurs when one person unlawfully restrains someone else without the victim's consent.False imprisonment can also be punished with a fine in addition to jail or prison time. Misdemeanor fines usually do not exceed about $1,000, while felony fines can be significant, exceeding $10,000 or more. If you are the victim of such a crime you should call the police at the time it is happening. ... Read More
Yes you can. Your personal freedom include the ability to travel where you choose without being restrained by someone else. When someone else... Read More

Do your Law Firm have any connection in Chicago IL?

Answered 6 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I do not know an attorney in Illinois who i could recommend. You should try the law school at the University of Chicago or Illinois University. Their clinics may help you. Ed Dimon,Esq. 
I do not know an attorney in Illinois who i could recommend. You should try the law school at the University of Chicago or Illinois University. Their... Read More

Hello! I have lived in my house for 30+ years and I have new neighbor suing me in superior court for pointing at her house? What should I do?

Answered 6 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We need more facts to answer the question. Do you have lights shining on her house ? What is code enforcement saying about the alleged violation ? Pleaswe call to discuss, Ed Dimon, esq. 732-797-1600
We need more facts to answer the question. Do you have lights shining on her house ? What is code enforcement saying about the alleged violation ?... Read More

does a us citizen still have to pay back student education loans while the government is giving illegals free educations is this not a case of discrim

Answered 6 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Yes. The obligation to repay the loan remains in place. Ed Dimon, Esq. 
Yes. The obligation to repay the loan remains in place. Ed Dimon, Esq. 

i have a 3 bedroom and the 3rd bedroom has no window is that legal

Answered 6 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
There are no civil rights issues concerning the lack of a window in the third bedroom. However, there may be code violation. I would recommend that you soeak with the code enforecement officer in your town. Ed Dimon
There are no civil rights issues concerning the lack of a window in the third bedroom. However, there may be code violation. I would recommend that... Read More

Can you sue a medical examiners office for not allowing you to view a family members body prior to autopsy & also deny autopsy

Answered 7 years and a month ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
  407-581-2581 You may have a case. From my review of your facts it implies that the funeral home cremated the body without letting you view the body and pay your final respects? More facts would be needed to know before an opinion could be formed.
  407-581-2581 You may have a case. From my review of your facts it implies that the funeral home cremated the body without letting you view... Read More

What is my next step legally?

Answered 7 years and 2 months ago by attorney Renea Overstreet   |   1 Answer
You should make a police report and coorperate with the DA. In 2015, Texas passed a revenge porn law. Read more about it here: https://texaslegal.org/texaslegal-blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-revenge-porn-and-how-texas-legal-can-help
You should make a police report and coorperate with the DA. In 2015, Texas passed a revenge porn law. Read more about it... Read More

False imprisonment

Answered 7 years and 3 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

Need representation in Crestview Florida

Answered 7 years and 3 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   2 Answers
You may have a good case. Discuss in private with counsel here in Florida for contingency fee representation.
You may have a good case. Discuss in private with counsel here in Florida for contingency fee representation.

what can be done about a criminal status change i.e. witholding adjudication of guilty?

Answered 7 years and 3 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
There is little anb internet attorney can do for you.   You need to retain an attorney to look at all the documents and to communicate with the clerk.    
There is little anb internet attorney can do for you.   You need to retain an attorney to look at all the documents and to communicate with... Read More

Van what can I do if my dog has bit a kid ?

Answered 7 years and 4 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
Turn the matter over to your homeowners insurance company to defend. 
Turn the matter over to your homeowners insurance company to defend. 

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

I'm six months pregnant an I was pushed by my boss. Can I sue

Answered 7 years and 4 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
You might have a hostile work environment employment matter.  Unless you were injured, it does not sound like you have a personal injury matter.  Please feel free to contact us for more information.  My partner, William Whewell, handles employment matters frequently and may be able to offer more advice.... Read More
You might have a hostile work environment employment matter.  Unless you were injured, it does not sound like you have a personal injury... Read More

I want to sue Two ppl for defamation of Character

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You need to contact a personal injury attorney in your local area
You need to contact a personal injury attorney in your local area

Can I sue the state of Florida for falsely arresting me and confining me to jail for 100 days in solidary without allowing me to contact legal?

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Because you wrote a single run-on sentence, I am unable to totally comprehend your inquiry.   You need to parse your inquiry in complete sentences or questions starting with a capital letter and ending with a punctuation mark.
Because you wrote a single run-on sentence, I am unable to totally comprehend your inquiry.   You need to parse your inquiry in complete... Read More

Looking for help getting my money back after my lawyer passed away I had to rehire another attorney he appeared in court one time on my behalf

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
You should file a claim against the deceased attorney’s estate. Be mindful that there are very short time limits to do this.
You should file a claim against the deceased attorney’s estate. Be mindful that there are very short time limits to do this.

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 am trying to find out my legal rights and I also need to know can I sue the hospital??

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   2 Answers
You may have a strong case against the hospital for negligence in not properly supervising and screening hired employees that were likely to commit these acts. Discuss case in private with counsel.   Stephen Black, licensed in Texas and Florida.
You may have a strong case against the hospital for negligence in not properly supervising and screening hired employees that were likely to commit... 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.

Ban from a bar

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
In 1964, Congress passed Public Law 88-352, which included the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission as well as the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which focused on discrimination in public service or hiring. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits public accommodations from refusing service to customers because of skin color, race, religion, sex, nationality, or any physical conditions a customer can’t prevent.  The right to refuse service, then, means that public accommodations, such as restaurants, theaters, banks, gyms, and stores, can lawfully deny service to a customer if they feel that their business might suffer from engaging in such a transaction—as long as they don’t base that decision on the categories above.  Therefore, unless you were banned because of being a member of a protected class,  you do not have much recourse.... Read More
In 1964, Congress passed Public Law 88-352, which included the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission as well as the Civil Rights Act of 1964,... Read More

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

I was Raped in ocala Fl. I made a police report .the officer who it was assigned to it was against me. They close the case without investigation. D

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
Did you know the rapist? Do u rent from a landlord or do u own the property where u were raped?
Did you know the rapist? Do u rent from a landlord or do u own the property where u were raped?

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
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