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What are my options?
Asked on Aug. 20, 2015 ,  2 Answers

If I owe a debt to one creditor and they got judgement on me and a writ of execution was issued but I have had no income. They sold the debt can the new creditor get another writ of execution or is there another process?. I am starting a job soon can I do anything about it before I start

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Reopening Civil Rights Case postmortem
Asked in Brooklyn,  NY Aug. 05, 2015 ,  1 Answers
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A friend filed a pro se lawsuit in federal court about 4 years ago.The judge immediately dismissed the case with prejudice, without the defendant filing an answer or motion . However, the plaintiff didn't mail the order of the judge dismissing the case to the defendant, and the plaintiff didn't file...

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What record can I request from a police who pulled me over speeding? Can I ask to see the speed on his gun or a print out?
Asked in Fort Lauderdale,  FL Jul. 29, 2015 ,  4 Answers
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In Fort Lauderdale, I was traveling 54 MPH (set by cruise control) in a 45 MPH zone. I was expecting to be issued a ticket for going 9 MPH over, which I would have understood as a lesson. However, surprisingly, the police officer said he clocked me at 60 MPH. Knowing this was either a mistake or he'...

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If for some reason I don't or unable to show up to a creditors hearing does a ch 7 get dismissed?
Asked in San Diego,  CA Jun. 26, 2015 ,  12 Answers

I travel a lot, both domestically and internationally, for work. I am wondering what happens if for some reason I am unable to make it to the creditors hearing if my ch. 7 will get dismissed or proceed.

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I am about to file chapter 13 with no lawyer. Do I have to do the filing in person? or can I send someone else to do it for me?
Asked in Calabasas,  CA Jun. 06, 2015 ,  10 Answers
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I am about to file chapter 13 with no lawyer. Di I have to do the filing in person? or can I send someone else to do it for me?

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FILING A CPC 1385 MOTION
Asked in North Hollywood,  CA May 20, 2015 ,  4 Answers
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I have a citation, for which I have already requested and obtained discovery from Highway patrol (its a speeding ticket), I have not been arraigned yet, my arraignment is in July. I am willing to post bail and ask for Trial by Dec Here is my question. When would be the best time for me to file 1385 ...

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DUI (Propable Cause)
Asked in Palm Desert,  CA Apr. 28, 2015 ,  9 Answers
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It was me and 2 of my buddies. All three of us on motorcycles. We were stopped at a red light when we heard "pull over into the parking lot" over a loud speaker. Assuming it was a police officer we pulled over. It was CHP. He said he clocked us (as in all of us) at about 70 in a 35 zone. I blew .15 ...

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How do i get out of a traffic ticket in manhattan/
Asked in New York,  NY Mar. 30, 2015 ,  7 Answers
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going 45 mph in a 30 mph zone.

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I want to start a website. Do I need to comply with ADA laws and what privacy laws apply?
Asked in Miami,  FL Mar. 09, 2015 ,  2 Answers
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I have heard that if I have a website that I will need to make it compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); such as have it read the page to the blind. Is that true? Also, what laws apply to privacy? I do not plan to use any tracking cookies, I will have a SSL certificate, and I will...

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Should I hire a DUI Lawyer or Stick with the public defender?
Asked in Woodhaven,  NY Feb. 24, 2015 ,  13 Answers

I got into an accident in Queens, New York and my car got wrecked. The person I hit, his car was alright, and left. I was inside the car while my friend took a look at my car outside. Two police officers came out of a train station came over. The car wasn't moving. Fast forward, I blew a .18 BAC. I'...

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I received my first dui and have a clean record. I am wondering if I need a lawyer.

I would like to plead guilty and minimize the impact on my family. I am grateful that I was pulled over as I had put myself and others in harms way. My BAC was extremely high and I'm afraid of potential jail time. I spoke with one lawyer and he said that his services could cost up to $5000 if we pur...

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I filed for chapter 7 bankruptcy on Jan 22nd & am having second thoughts. Is it reversible?
Asked in Merritt Island,  FL Jan. 27, 2015 ,  9 Answers
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I filed for chapter 7 bankruptcy on Jan 22nd & am having second thoughts. Is it reversible? I filed because I have been deposed of a credit card lawsuit which I had been trying to negotiate but the opposing attorney would not respond. Is there any way that I can hold that against the opposing attorn...

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For DUI cases, can passing field coordination tests act as evidence for your defense?
Asked in Santa Clara,  CA Jan. 14, 2015 ,  10 Answers
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Officer arrived at scene due to call-in from witness about my non-injury collision; no other vehicles were involved. Officer reported odor of alcohol on my breath, and subsequently gave me field coordination tests. The police report shows that I took the horizontal gaze, one leg stand, and line-walk...

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I want advice on filing a motion to lift chapter 13 bankruptcy stay. I want to file myself.
Asked in Thousand Oaks,  CA Dec. 08, 2014 ,  10 Answers
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My tenant in Phoenix, AZ filed for a Ch 13 bankruptcy in California (Sherman oaks) a day before (Dec 4) the eviction hearing (Dec 5) . The judgement and possession was not awarded due to the bankruptcy filing. Tenant owes the rent and other arrears from November and also Dec rent will be due on Dec ...

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Can I successfully stop an ADA settlement In Federal Court between Plaintiff and Owner because it adversely affects my business?
Asked in San Diego,  CA Nov. 19, 2014 ,  1 Answers
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ADA lawsuit filed for access violation. Owner and Plaintiff have agreed to cash settlement and a requirement for me, the business owner/operator, to carry two tables up and down stairs daily and set up a bell to ring to serve handicapped patrons. I cannot agree to this because it is dangerous but al...

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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 is involved in Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
Asked in Los Angeles,  CA Jul. 17, 2014 ,  10 Answers
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I am considering filing Chapter 7. What will the attorney ask me, will my bank statements need to be examined, and what happens when you go to Court? Will I need to go before a Judge, or am I interviewed by a Trustee, and how long will I be in Court on my Court day. It all sounds scary, but an optio...

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