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Walgreens & others, denying filling my script. Seems thousands are having this problem.
Asked in Ocala,  FL Dec. 05, 2014 ,  2 Answers

I'm in Ocala, Florida 53, been fully disabled thru sociial security for 12-yrs. Have medicare with Humana supplement policy. I'm not poor, probably considered well off. But, I'm 80% bedridden, especially since not being able to get my scripts filled, due to what they say is walgreens new "good faith...

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Does a CA DUI criminal trial have the authority to lengthen a DMV-imposed license suspension?

I had a DUI in the state of GA in 2009, and got it with a GA license. I completed probation and all the requirements. I then moved to CA, re-took the drivers test, and obtained a CA license. I got another DUI in September in Orange County, and I assumed it would be counted as my 2nd DUI due to my GA...

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First time dui arrest without visual evidence of driving. Is it possible for my case to be dropped?

First time dui with a clean record. My car broke down on the freeway, resulting in me having to push it to the side of the road. I stood outside of the vehicle the entire time, waiting for AAA to arrive, when a highway patrol car pulled up behind me. The cop asked me to perform a series of field sob...

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Dwi charge without breath test?

My friend was arrested for drunk driving/dwi, but did not take breath test. I dont understand how she can be charged with dwi if the cops cant prove she had alcohol in her body with a breath test--is this legal?

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What to do during a DUI checkpoint?

This is a hypothetical story: These past weekend, many drivers were arrested in the San Fernando Valley for DUI. I am not a drinker, but sometimes I need to take medication which may contain a bit of alcohol. So far I have never ran into a DUI checkpoint, but I am afraid my medication can get me in ...

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Can I file for a divorce without my husband knowing? If so, can I divorce him without his consent?
Asked in Atlanta,  GA Jul. 29, 2013 ,  9 Answers
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We live together in Georgia.I will be divorcing under "verbal abuse" and his alcohol abuse.

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I am being sued for ADA access by a person who has filed 2 similar lawsuits against similar small business within two years.
Asked in Redwood City,  CA Jun. 21, 2013 ,  3 Answers
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I have a small restaurant business, although I have handicap parking, I need to add a ramp. I also need to modify the restroom. I am looking for an experienced lawyer with ADA knowledge and also expereince with this type of lawsuit. Can you recommend anyone? please email me at josofia88@gmail.com...

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Which immigration forms do i need to fill out in order to petition for my wife already in the us?
Asked in Fort Lauderdale,  FL May 29, 2013 ,  10 Answers
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Me and my wife moved to the us 2 years ago together, she entered on a student visa and i am a us citizen. We got married 3 months ago in FL and i would like to pettion for her green card and for her to be able to work. she has overstayed her visa by 5 months now . which forms should i fill out ?...

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I am seeking representation as plaintiff in a California ADA/Unruh Act claim of disability discrimination in a local bank branch
Asked in Long Beach,  CA May 29, 2013 ,  1 Answers
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I am a "qualified individual with disability" as defined under law and have suffered discrimination via a refusal of a business to provide "reasonable accommodation" in a public facility. I have significant evidence to support my claim

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How can one defend against a professional plaintiff who sues small markets for minor ADA violations (i.e, 34" wide rows v. 36").
Asked in Manhattan Beach,  CA May 09, 2013 ,  2 Answers
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The "law firm" involved has filed thousands of lawsuits on behalf of 3-4 plaintiffs. They travel all over California and target small "mom & pop" stores for minor violations, then demand over $10,000 to settle or face skyrocketing legal fees. There are numerous articles on-line about these unscrupul...

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Is a bank owned property that is currently on the market subject to police search without a warrant?
Asked in San Fernando,  CA Dec. 29, 2012 ,  2 Answers
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The house has been vacant for 4 months, on the real estate market for the past month is it subject to police search without a warrant ar do the same rules that apply to homeowners apply to any squatters that are staying on the property

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Landlord (coin-op laundry) & my grocery store are side by side & both are being sued for not having handicap parking/access.
Asked in Long Beach,  CA Oct. 10, 2012 ,  2 Answers

We have year to year lease since 3 years. Landlord is responsible for zonning & maintenance. Per lawsuit landlord was given notice re: this issue in 1991. What are the tenants' rights, & defenses against ADA civil rights case? (i) only year to year LEASE, (ii) tenant pay maint chg for property (iii)...

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For a small retail store, is ADA compliance required for a non-public use bathroom?
Asked in San Jose,  CA Jul. 02, 2012 ,  2 Answers
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I am opening a new retail store that has a single existing bathroom, 60" depth by 98" wide. I do not believe this bathroom is ADA compliant. However, this bathroom is not for public use; only for 3 employees. Is ADA compliance still required? If so, are there exceptions to the rule that may apply in...

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My brother and I own a CA home 50/50. He wants to sell. I don't. Can he compel me to sell?
Asked in San Jose,  CA May 23, 2012 ,  5 Answers
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n/a

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Adverse possession/prescriptive easement?
Asked in Issaquah,  WA Jan. 23, 2011 ,  4 Answers
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We are looking at purchasing a parcel that is bisected by a private road. The smaller part that is bisected road, say part B, has an encroachment where a 1/2 of an old/unoccupied home, part of the corresponding lawn and a driveway are located. The remainder of the home and lawn are on the owner's 5 ...

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