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POST: fence? Hello, My husband and I just bought a house last week and we had planned on tearing down the fence that the previous owners had because it was in terrible shape. It was rotting, there were holes in the bottom of the fence, the gate was broken, things like that. We knocked it down yesterday after making sure it was okay with our city to build our 6ft fence and add coyote rollers to the top of it because we have dogs that can clear fences; and we plan on fostering animals so we want a very secure yard. Well yesterday while it was being torn down, the neighbor came outside screaming and yelling that we can't tear down the fence because it's "his" fence. Obviously I told him it's not because it's on our property and we own said property. He tells us that he paid for the fence years before the previous owners decided to sell the home. This morning he came to our door and claimed he was going to get his laywer to sue us for the cost of the fence because he owned it and we tore it down without his permission. I contacted the previous owners and they said that he had paid for some of the fence (not all like he said) because it would be the fourth wall to his fence (so basically he waited for his neighbors to get fences so he could just pay for gates). Could he really sue us for the cost he paid for? The owner didn't say anything about the fence before we moved in and even after we purchased it they never mentioned the neighbor paying for some of it until after I asked.
RESPONSE A: Well, today I learned about "coyote rollers'. Really cool idea.
RESPONSE B: He doesn't have a case. The fence was attached to the land. You bought the land, you bought the fence with it. If he wanted to hold onto some claim to the fence, he would have had to file his interest in the government property records. Ignore him. It's unlikely that he's going to sue because he has no case. But, if he does something in small claims court, be sure to show up in court.
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POST: just bought a house last week and we had planned on tearing down the fence that the previous owners had because it was in terrible shape. It was rotting, there were holes in the bottom of the fence, the gate was broken, things like that. We knocked it down yesterday after making sure it was okay with our city to build our 6ft fence and add coyote rollers to the top of it because we have dogs that can clear fences; and we plan on fostering animals so we want a very secure yard. Well yesterday while it was being torn down, the neighbor came outside screaming and yelling that we can't tear down the fence because it's "his" fence. Obviously I told him it's not because it's on our property and we own said property. He tells us that he paid for the fence years before the previous owners decided to sell the home. This morning he came to our door and claimed he was going to get his laywer to sue us for the cost of the fence because he owned it and we tore it down without his permission. I contacted the previous owners and they said that he had paid for some of the fence (not all like he said) because it would be the fourth wall to his fence (so basically he waited for his neighbors to get fences so he could just pay for gates). Could he really sue us for the cost he paid for? The owner didn't say anything about the fence before we moved in and even after we purchased it they never mentioned the neighbor paying for some of it until after I asked.
RESPONSE A: Well, today I learned about "coyote rollers'. Really cool idea.
RESPONSE B: Not sure why your neighbor is in a huff since you are replacing with a new fence at your own expense. However, to be devil's advocate, you could have avoided what might become an aggravating time sink by talking to the neighbor first as a common courtesy. I've done this before managing any work on the edge of my property line as a courtesy. If they put up a stink, you can then decide to come to an agreement or tell them to pound sand.
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POST: [IL] Bought a house, tore down fence and now neighbor is claiming they can sue us for the cost of the old fence? Hello, My husband and I just bought a house last week and we had planned on tearing down the fence that the previous owners had because it was in terrible shape. It was rotting, there were holes in the bottom of the fence, the gate was broken, things like that. We knocked it down yesterday after making sure it was okay with our city to build our 6ft fence and add coyote rollers to the top of it because we have dogs that can clear fences; and we plan on fostering animals so we want a very secure yard. Well yesterday while it was being torn down, the neighbor came outside screaming and yelling that we can't tear down the fence because it's "his" fence. Obviously I told him it's not because it's on our property and we own said property. He tells us that he paid for the fence years before the previous owners decided to sell the home. This morning he came to our door and claimed he was going to get his laywer to sue us for the cost of the fence because he owned it and we tore it down without his permission. I contacted the previous owners and they said that he had paid for some of the fence (not all like he said) because it would be the fourth wall to his fence (so basically he waited for his neighbors to get fences so he could just pay for gates). Could he really sue us for the cost he paid for? The owner didn't say anything about the fence before we moved in and even after we purchased it they never mentioned the neighbor paying for some of it until after I asked.
RESPONSE A: Is he aware that you're replacing the fence? If so he might pipe down as long as he's still got a fence at the end of the day...
RESPONSE B: Well, today I learned about "coyote rollers'. Really cool idea.
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POST: e rollers to the top of it because we have dogs that can clear fences; and we plan on fostering animals so we want a very secure yard. Well yesterday while it was being torn down, the neighbor came outside screaming and yelling that we can't tear down the fence because it's "his" fence. Obviously I told him it's not because it's on our property and we own said property. He tells us that he paid for the fence years before the previous owners decided to sell the home. This morning he came to our door and claimed he was going to get his laywer to sue us for the cost of the fence because he owned it and we tore it down without his permission. I contacted the previous owners and they said that he had paid for some of the fence (not all like he said) because it would be the fourth wall to his fence (so basically he waited for his neighbors to get fences so he could just pay for gates). Could he really sue us for the cost he paid for? The owner didn't say anything about the fence before we moved in and even after we purchased it they never mentioned the neighbor paying for some of it until after I asked.
RESPONSE A: Not sure why your neighbor is in a huff since you are replacing with a new fence at your own expense. However, to be devil's advocate, you could have avoided what might become an aggravating time sink by talking to the neighbor first as a common courtesy. I've done this before managing any work on the edge of my property line as a courtesy. If they put up a stink, you can then decide to come to an agreement or tell them to pound sand.
RESPONSE B: He doesn't have a case. The fence was attached to the land. You bought the land, you bought the fence with it. If he wanted to hold onto some claim to the fence, he would have had to file his interest in the government property records. Ignore him. It's unlikely that he's going to sue because he has no case. But, if he does something in small claims court, be sure to show up in court.
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POST: when this all happened. New owners are turning the previously undeveloped property onto a gravel processing yard. There was a lot of big equipment moving dirt to make a better road and dig a pond for washing gravel. One day I was leaving for work. I saw the new neighbor, specifically the owner of the gravel company, in a big CAT grading the road. I maintained a large space between us and followed him to the end of his property when I pulled to his right and waved to him so he could let me pass. He pulled out of his gate and parked to the right of it on the road shoulder. He made this maneuver right after I had signaled him so I thought he had seen me. I then pulled out of the gate to the left and got my vehicle as close to the highway as I could without obstructing traffic. There were cars going both ways so I had to wait to get on the highway. While I'm waiting I notice the CAT starting to back up. I have no where to go so I honk like crazy as he had 10 or more feet of space between the tail of my car and his machine. Had he looked back once while backing he would have seen my car but he did not, I had no where to go because of traffic in the highway. CRUNCH! He breaks the cover of my passenger tail light and badly dents the last foot of the passenger side. All in all he did $7500 worth of damage to my car. He is refusing to give me his insurance as he claims it is my fault for not being sure he saw me when I signaled him. What are my options here?
RESPONSE A: Where are you, do you have a real estate attorney about an easement, or are you going to build you own road? Regardless, you can file a police report (if they'll take one), and then either way you have two options: (1) go through your insurance, or (2) sue the guy in small claims court.
RESPONSE B: Report this to your insurance. That's what you have insurance for. It's hard to imagine him not being at fault in the accident. Your car wasn't moving at the time, and you had permission to be on the road.
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POST: previously undeveloped property onto a gravel processing yard. There was a lot of big equipment moving dirt to make a better road and dig a pond for washing gravel. One day I was leaving for work. I saw the new neighbor, specifically the owner of the gravel company, in a big CAT grading the road. I maintained a large space between us and followed him to the end of his property when I pulled to his right and waved to him so he could let me pass. He pulled out of his gate and parked to the right of it on the road shoulder. He made this maneuver right after I had signaled him so I thought he had seen me. I then pulled out of the gate to the left and got my vehicle as close to the highway as I could without obstructing traffic. There were cars going both ways so I had to wait to get on the highway. While I'm waiting I notice the CAT starting to back up. I have no where to go so I honk like crazy as he had 10 or more feet of space between the tail of my car and his machine. Had he looked back once while backing he would have seen my car but he did not, I had no where to go because of traffic in the highway. CRUNCH! He breaks the cover of my passenger tail light and badly dents the last foot of the passenger side. All in all he did $7500 worth of damage to my car. He is refusing to give me his insurance as he claims it is my fault for not being sure he saw me when I signaled him. What are my options here?
RESPONSE A: Where are you, do you have a real estate attorney about an easement, or are you going to build you own road? Regardless, you can file a police report (if they'll take one), and then either way you have two options: (1) go through your insurance, or (2) sue the guy in small claims court.
RESPONSE B: File a police report. Tell the officer that he's refusing to provide his insurance information and ask the officer if he can get it from him. I had a similar situation once, and the officer demanded to see her insurance card and gave me the information afterwards.
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POST: , in a big CAT grading the road. I maintained a large space between us and followed him to the end of his property when I pulled to his right and waved to him so he could let me pass. He pulled out of his gate and parked to the right of it on the road shoulder. He made this maneuver right after I had signaled him so I thought he had seen me. I then pulled out of the gate to the left and got my vehicle as close to the highway as I could without obstructing traffic. There were cars going both ways so I had to wait to get on the highway. While I'm waiting I notice the CAT starting to back up. I have no where to go so I honk like crazy as he had 10 or more feet of space between the tail of my car and his machine. Had he looked back once while backing he would have seen my car but he did not, I had no where to go because of traffic in the highway. CRUNCH! He breaks the cover of my passenger tail light and badly dents the last foot of the passenger side. All in all he did $7500 worth of damage to my car. He is refusing to give me his insurance as he claims it is my fault for not being sure he saw me when I signaled him. What are my options here?
RESPONSE A: File a police report. Tell the officer that he's refusing to provide his insurance information and ask the officer if he can get it from him. I had a similar situation once, and the officer demanded to see her insurance card and gave me the information afterwards.
RESPONSE B: I'd suggest filing a police report about this incident and your neighbor's refusal to cooperate. It's not going to get them arrested but it's something for your records and you can give the police report information to your insurance. Include the plate numbers and place of incident in your police report. You can also look online and see if your able to file a police report there. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police department has this feature available online. Making it much more convenient. You'll want to save the report number and provide it to your insurance. If they want the report they can find it that way.
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POST: a picture, left a note on my door (did not bother knocking) the note said "UPS backed into your car. Please call manager" with managers name and phone number. I call, he says driver admitted to not checking the side mirrors, also that it's against company policy to back up as far as he did. I thought "no worries, accidents happen. I will be reimbursed." Not so easy!!! Fast forward to now, I've gotten estimates from three different auto body shops, all are very similar in their estimates. But UPS insurance is saying because I didn't use one of their "preferred" auto body shops, that they estimate the damages based on solely the photos and will only pay a fraction of what the auto body shops I went to are saying it'll cost. Also, they will only pay part of it up front, and then the rest they have to negotiate with the auto body shop. (What in the world!? What auto body shop would negotiate on price, that's absurd.) I am incredibly frustrated, I absolutely have no fault in this, my car was on my property, and UPS can somehow call the shots on whether or not they want to pay me??? I can't help but feel this is a scam, to see who will just take the bate and be pressured into using one of their "preffered" shops that are on their side, not mine, and perform subpar work and not be paid what is owed to me. What do you think? Do I seek a lawyers help from here or am I forced to play UPS' stupid game?
RESPONSE A: Can you go through your insurance and have them deal with UPS?
RESPONSE B: Your friendly neighborhood property and casualty arbitrator/examiner. File a claim with your insurance. UPS is notoriously difficult to file a claim with by yourself. Your auto provider will not help you unless you file a claim with them. Assuming you have full coverage and not liability only coverage this is literally what you are paying us to do. If you have a picture or video of the accident, driver license, plate number, etc of the UPS vehicle give all that to your assigned adjuster. If you have any questions I can attempt to help you further.
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POST: UPS backed into your car. Please call manager" with managers name and phone number. I call, he says driver admitted to not checking the side mirrors, also that it's against company policy to back up as far as he did. I thought "no worries, accidents happen. I will be reimbursed." Not so easy!!! Fast forward to now, I've gotten estimates from three different auto body shops, all are very similar in their estimates. But UPS insurance is saying because I didn't use one of their "preferred" auto body shops, that they estimate the damages based on solely the photos and will only pay a fraction of what the auto body shops I went to are saying it'll cost. Also, they will only pay part of it up front, and then the rest they have to negotiate with the auto body shop. (What in the world!? What auto body shop would negotiate on price, that's absurd.) I am incredibly frustrated, I absolutely have no fault in this, my car was on my property, and UPS can somehow call the shots on whether or not they want to pay me??? I can't help but feel this is a scam, to see who will just take the bate and be pressured into using one of their "preffered" shops that are on their side, not mine, and perform subpar work and not be paid what is owed to me. What do you think? Do I seek a lawyers help from here or am I forced to play UPS' stupid game?
RESPONSE A: Your friendly neighborhood property and casualty arbitrator/examiner. File a claim with your insurance. UPS is notoriously difficult to file a claim with by yourself. Your auto provider will not help you unless you file a claim with them. Assuming you have full coverage and not liability only coverage this is literally what you are paying us to do. If you have a picture or video of the accident, driver license, plate number, etc of the UPS vehicle give all that to your assigned adjuster. If you have any questions I can attempt to help you further.
RESPONSE B: To add to what has been said you also need to go for depreciated value. Car will not be worth as much after repairs and will show up on car reports
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POST: didn't use one of their "preferred" auto body shops, that they estimate the damages based on solely the photos and will only pay a fraction of what the auto body shops I went to are saying it'll cost. Also, they will only pay part of it up front, and then the rest they have to negotiate with the auto body shop. (What in the world!? What auto body shop would negotiate on price, that's absurd.) I am incredibly frustrated, I absolutely have no fault in this, my car was on my property, and UPS can somehow call the shots on whether or not they want to pay me??? I can't help but feel this is a scam, to see who will just take the bate and be pressured into using one of their "preffered" shops that are on their side, not mine, and perform subpar work and not be paid what is owed to me. What do you think? Do I seek a lawyers help from here or am I forced to play UPS' stupid game?
RESPONSE A: What country and/or state are you in? Some places have a firm requirement to report accidents to the DMV and insurance company based on estimated damage. It sounds like you're doing a horrible job of jumping through UPS's hoops on your own, and wasting valuable time. What did the UPS "preferred" auto shop quote as a repair estimate? What did your preferred auto shops quote as a repair estimate? It's up to you to decide to spend a $1000 of your time to try and get $500 in damage paid for. Most folks would've simply called the police and reported the situation to their own insurance company. Good Luck.
RESPONSE B: Your friendly neighborhood property and casualty arbitrator/examiner. File a claim with your insurance. UPS is notoriously difficult to file a claim with by yourself. Your auto provider will not help you unless you file a claim with them. Assuming you have full coverage and not liability only coverage this is literally what you are paying us to do. If you have a picture or video of the accident, driver license, plate number, etc of the UPS vehicle give all that to your assigned adjuster. If you have any questions I can attempt to help you further.
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POST: S backed into your car. Please call manager" with managers name and phone number. I call, he says driver admitted to not checking the side mirrors, also that it's against company policy to back up as far as he did. I thought "no worries, accidents happen. I will be reimbursed." Not so easy!!! Fast forward to now, I've gotten estimates from three different auto body shops, all are very similar in their estimates. But UPS insurance is saying because I didn't use one of their "preferred" auto body shops, that they estimate the damages based on solely the photos and will only pay a fraction of what the auto body shops I went to are saying it'll cost. Also, they will only pay part of it up front, and then the rest they have to negotiate with the auto body shop. (What in the world!? What auto body shop would negotiate on price, that's absurd.) I am incredibly frustrated, I absolutely have no fault in this, my car was on my property, and UPS can somehow call the shots on whether or not they want to pay me??? I can't help but feel this is a scam, to see who will just take the bate and be pressured into using one of their "preffered" shops that are on their side, not mine, and perform subpar work and not be paid what is owed to me. What do you think? Do I seek a lawyers help from here or am I forced to play UPS' stupid game?
RESPONSE A: I don’t see your state so don’t know what the limit for small claims court is. But seems like you have an air tight case with them admitting fault.
RESPONSE B: Your friendly neighborhood property and casualty arbitrator/examiner. File a claim with your insurance. UPS is notoriously difficult to file a claim with by yourself. Your auto provider will not help you unless you file a claim with them. Assuming you have full coverage and not liability only coverage this is literally what you are paying us to do. If you have a picture or video of the accident, driver license, plate number, etc of the UPS vehicle give all that to your assigned adjuster. If you have any questions I can attempt to help you further.
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POST: I call, he says driver admitted to not checking the side mirrors, also that it's against company policy to back up as far as he did. I thought "no worries, accidents happen. I will be reimbursed." Not so easy!!! Fast forward to now, I've gotten estimates from three different auto body shops, all are very similar in their estimates. But UPS insurance is saying because I didn't use one of their "preferred" auto body shops, that they estimate the damages based on solely the photos and will only pay a fraction of what the auto body shops I went to are saying it'll cost. Also, they will only pay part of it up front, and then the rest they have to negotiate with the auto body shop. (What in the world!? What auto body shop would negotiate on price, that's absurd.) I am incredibly frustrated, I absolutely have no fault in this, my car was on my property, and UPS can somehow call the shots on whether or not they want to pay me??? I can't help but feel this is a scam, to see who will just take the bate and be pressured into using one of their "preffered" shops that are on their side, not mine, and perform subpar work and not be paid what is owed to me. What do you think? Do I seek a lawyers help from here or am I forced to play UPS' stupid game?
RESPONSE A: What country and/or state are you in? Some places have a firm requirement to report accidents to the DMV and insurance company based on estimated damage. It sounds like you're doing a horrible job of jumping through UPS's hoops on your own, and wasting valuable time. What did the UPS "preferred" auto shop quote as a repair estimate? What did your preferred auto shops quote as a repair estimate? It's up to you to decide to spend a $1000 of your time to try and get $500 in damage paid for. Most folks would've simply called the police and reported the situation to their own insurance company. Good Luck.
RESPONSE B: To add to what has been said you also need to go for depreciated value. Car will not be worth as much after repairs and will show up on car reports
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POST: ’s car. What can I do? So I live in an apartment in Maryland, and one of my neighbors is this really old lady. In the very few interactions I’ve had with her, she’s come off as “not all there”, if you catch my drift. Around a year ago, she left her apartment without turning off the gas burner on her stove, which left the gas leaking throughout our rooms. Half of the people who were present in the building at the time had to get together just to find where the gas was coming from, and this guy had to use a combustible gas leak detector and found it was coming from her apartment while she was gone. We had to wait for her to return and turn it off. Then a month ago or so, we found the trunk of her car open without anyone around it. We came back 30 mins later and it was still open, all by itself. I can’t see any reason why someone would just leave their trunk open like that, unless they’re having trouble remembering to do basic tasks. And then today, we went to the parking lot and found the front of her car just COMPLETELY fucked. Not only is the front of the car cracked like shit and the top of it covered with soil, it looks like there’s a thin cinder block literally lodged into the right of her bumper. She just left the car like this. I don’t think this person is capable of driving responsibly, and might be a danger to herself and the people around her. Is there anything I can do to suspend/revoke her license or otherwise prevent her from hurting others? Thanks :)
RESPONSE A: You can call Adult Protective Services, and they can arrange a well check and interview about the accident and decide what care/support the lady needs.
RESPONSE B: There's usually a way to report people for medical review to the DMV, but whether or not people outside the medical profession can do it varies. But in this case, since the actual facts you have are that an accident occurred, not any specifics about her medical condition, it would make the most sense to let the police know about it, and if they find that she failed to report an accident, they can take action on that.
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POST: an apartment in Maryland, and one of my neighbors is this really old lady. In the very few interactions I’ve had with her, she’s come off as “not all there”, if you catch my drift. Around a year ago, she left her apartment without turning off the gas burner on her stove, which left the gas leaking throughout our rooms. Half of the people who were present in the building at the time had to get together just to find where the gas was coming from, and this guy had to use a combustible gas leak detector and found it was coming from her apartment while she was gone. We had to wait for her to return and turn it off. Then a month ago or so, we found the trunk of her car open without anyone around it. We came back 30 mins later and it was still open, all by itself. I can’t see any reason why someone would just leave their trunk open like that, unless they’re having trouble remembering to do basic tasks. And then today, we went to the parking lot and found the front of her car just COMPLETELY fucked. Not only is the front of the car cracked like shit and the top of it covered with soil, it looks like there’s a thin cinder block literally lodged into the right of her bumper. She just left the car like this. I don’t think this person is capable of driving responsibly, and might be a danger to herself and the people around her. Is there anything I can do to suspend/revoke her license or otherwise prevent her from hurting others? Thanks :)
RESPONSE A: Call the non emergency number for the police station and explain it to them. They may have already had a hit and run complaint. Id also after that contact APS to get her the help she clearly needs.
RESPONSE B: There's usually a way to report people for medical review to the DMV, but whether or not people outside the medical profession can do it varies. But in this case, since the actual facts you have are that an accident occurred, not any specifics about her medical condition, it would make the most sense to let the police know about it, and if they find that she failed to report an accident, they can take action on that.
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POST: reason why someone would just leave their trunk open like that, unless they’re having trouble remembering to do basic tasks. And then today, we went to the parking lot and found the front of her car just COMPLETELY fucked. Not only is the front of the car cracked like shit and the top of it covered with soil, it looks like there’s a thin cinder block literally lodged into the right of her bumper. She just left the car like this. I don’t think this person is capable of driving responsibly, and might be a danger to herself and the people around her. Is there anything I can do to suspend/revoke her license or otherwise prevent her from hurting others? Thanks :)
RESPONSE A: Calling APS. Call the police if you think the car was involved in a hit and run accident or you have personally witnessed unsafe or illegal driving. The examples you listed could happen with anyone of any age. The gas leak was incredibly dangerous, and fire departments are called out for such issues frequently. Has she done anything else to endanger the neighbors? Are you looking to remove her? The trunk thing could have been as simple as thinking it was latched and walking away, or she could have forgotten. I have driven past vehicles with open trucks before; that is also something that is not uncommon. The car accident is a problem if she did not stay at the accident scene or report the damage. People of any age do hit and runs, which would be the only reason you would need to be involved. And if this was not a hit and run, then what do you expect her to do? Her car was in an accident, she needs to take it with her or drop it off at a shop. Of course she would bring it home and not leave it stuck in a retaining wall if she can. If the police and insurance were properly notified, they will be taking care of it. If there is evidence for senility or danger, then that is what the APS and police calls are supposed to cover.
RESPONSE B: Call the non emergency number for the police station and explain it to them. They may have already had a hit and run complaint. Id also after that contact APS to get her the help she clearly needs.
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POST: . What can I do? So I live in an apartment in Maryland, and one of my neighbors is this really old lady. In the very few interactions I’ve had with her, she’s come off as “not all there”, if you catch my drift. Around a year ago, she left her apartment without turning off the gas burner on her stove, which left the gas leaking throughout our rooms. Half of the people who were present in the building at the time had to get together just to find where the gas was coming from, and this guy had to use a combustible gas leak detector and found it was coming from her apartment while she was gone. We had to wait for her to return and turn it off. Then a month ago or so, we found the trunk of her car open without anyone around it. We came back 30 mins later and it was still open, all by itself. I can’t see any reason why someone would just leave their trunk open like that, unless they’re having trouble remembering to do basic tasks. And then today, we went to the parking lot and found the front of her car just COMPLETELY fucked. Not only is the front of the car cracked like shit and the top of it covered with soil, it looks like there’s a thin cinder block literally lodged into the right of her bumper. She just left the car like this. I don’t think this person is capable of driving responsibly, and might be a danger to herself and the people around her. Is there anything I can do to suspend/revoke her license or otherwise prevent her from hurting others? Thanks :)
RESPONSE A: There's usually a way to report people for medical review to the DMV, but whether or not people outside the medical profession can do it varies. But in this case, since the actual facts you have are that an accident occurred, not any specifics about her medical condition, it would make the most sense to let the police know about it, and if they find that she failed to report an accident, they can take action on that.
RESPONSE B: Call Adult Protective Services and tell them everything you shared with us here. They will likely send out a police officer and/or social worker to evaluate your neighbor.
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POST: a danger to herself and the people around her. Is there anything I can do to suspend/revoke her license or otherwise prevent her from hurting others? Thanks :)
RESPONSE A: If you ever smell gas again, notify the gas company immediately and then call your apartment buildings emergency maintenance number. Just leaving the gas leaking while you wait for her to get back is extremely dangerous and the gas company can shut off the main if they can't access the stove. Key fobs with trunk buttons can be easy to trigger, mine has opened when I'm inside my house more than once, so I've made it a point to keep it out of my pocket when I'm not driving now. My state has a number to report elderly drivers who may need to be retested, but the system is slow, so it may not be a quick solution. APS as others have suggested may be the best way to get her help if she needs it.
RESPONSE B: Calling APS. Call the police if you think the car was involved in a hit and run accident or you have personally witnessed unsafe or illegal driving. The examples you listed could happen with anyone of any age. The gas leak was incredibly dangerous, and fire departments are called out for such issues frequently. Has she done anything else to endanger the neighbors? Are you looking to remove her? The trunk thing could have been as simple as thinking it was latched and walking away, or she could have forgotten. I have driven past vehicles with open trucks before; that is also something that is not uncommon. The car accident is a problem if she did not stay at the accident scene or report the damage. People of any age do hit and runs, which would be the only reason you would need to be involved. And if this was not a hit and run, then what do you expect her to do? Her car was in an accident, she needs to take it with her or drop it off at a shop. Of course she would bring it home and not leave it stuck in a retaining wall if she can. If the police and insurance were properly notified, they will be taking care of it. If there is evidence for senility or danger, then that is what the APS and police calls are supposed to cover.
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POST: Is a spouse required to call 911 in California if the spouse is having a heart attack? My father had a medical event that lead to a heart attack in California. His wife (not my mother) did not call 911 and waited until she thought he was dead to call my brother. My brother semi-revived him with cpr and when she was asked directly to call, she refused and even threw the phone back at my brother while he was performing cpr. My dad died four hours later at the hospital. My brother had to stop cpr to call. I know one is not obliged to assist but I am wondering if this applies to spouses. Thank you in advance for your thoughts.
RESPONSE A: Do you know if your father had a legitimate Do Not Resuscitate order in place?
RESPONSE B: CA has a duty to rescue law, but it applies to victims under 14 - so criminally, no, I don't think she had an obligation to call 911, render first aid, or help in any manner. But civilly she may be guilty of wrongful death. I'd speak to the cops and a lawyer if this is something you want to pursue.
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POST: Is a spouse required to call 911 in California if the spouse is having a heart attack? My father had a medical event that lead to a heart attack in California. His wife (not my mother) did not call 911 and waited until she thought he was dead to call my brother. My brother semi-revived him with cpr and when she was asked directly to call, she refused and even threw the phone back at my brother while he was performing cpr. My dad died four hours later at the hospital. My brother had to stop cpr to call. I know one is not obliged to assist but I am wondering if this applies to spouses. Thank you in advance for your thoughts.
RESPONSE A: Do you know if your father had a legitimate Do Not Resuscitate order in place?
RESPONSE B: Is there an estate or insurance policy she is the beneficiary of? In which case this maybe wrongful death, get toxicology report done get a consult with an lawyer for sure.
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POST: Is a spouse required to call 911 in California if the spouse is having a heart attack? My father had a medical event that lead to a heart attack in California. His wife (not my mother) did not call 911 and waited until she thought he was dead to call my brother. My brother semi-revived him with cpr and when she was asked directly to call, she refused and even threw the phone back at my brother while he was performing cpr. My dad died four hours later at the hospital. My brother had to stop cpr to call. I know one is not obliged to assist but I am wondering if this applies to spouses. Thank you in advance for your thoughts.
RESPONSE A: Is there an estate or insurance policy she is the beneficiary of? In which case this maybe wrongful death, get toxicology report done get a consult with an lawyer for sure.
RESPONSE B: IAL. The answer is no
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POST: My dog almost killed my neighbors dog, after his dog came into my yard, and now expects me to pay for the vet bill. Not sure what to do. I live in Texas in a larger city, and like the title says, my neighbor is threatening to call the cops on my dog if I don't pay for his dogs vet bill. My neighbor and I share a wooden fence and his dog (small dog) is constantly coming into my yard by squeezing under the fence. His dog is always runs around barking at my dogs and snipping at them until they chase him out. A couple days ago my big dog got a hold of him and messed him up pretty bad supposedly (this happened while I was at work) and my neighbor is now threatening me saying that if I don't pay his $700+ bill he'll report my dog to the police, and hinted at sueing for the damages... I don't know what footing he has but i don't know what to do next. The main concern I have is that my dog is a boxer/pit mix, and I'm worried that he's gonna try to say my dog is dangerous when he isn't. My dog lives happily with my 2 Chihuahuas and has no issues with violence at all before this. He's a rescue and I helped him recover from mange, and I don't want to risk losing my dog because my neighbor refused to watch his dog.
RESPONSE A: You can tell him kindly that you won't pay the bill. His dog goes to your yard. Sure he can call the police but the only thing he really can do is take it to court. In the meantime, fix the fence so it doesn't happen again
RESPONSE B: Have you fixed the fence and kept your dogs in-hand?
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POST: My dog almost killed my neighbors dog, after his dog came into my yard, and now expects me to pay for the vet bill. Not sure what to do. I live in Texas in a larger city, and like the title says, my neighbor is threatening to call the cops on my dog if I don't pay for his dogs vet bill. My neighbor and I share a wooden fence and his dog (small dog) is constantly coming into my yard by squeezing under the fence. His dog is always runs around barking at my dogs and snipping at them until they chase him out. A couple days ago my big dog got a hold of him and messed him up pretty bad supposedly (this happened while I was at work) and my neighbor is now threatening me saying that if I don't pay his $700+ bill he'll report my dog to the police, and hinted at sueing for the damages... I don't know what footing he has but i don't know what to do next. The main concern I have is that my dog is a boxer/pit mix, and I'm worried that he's gonna try to say my dog is dangerous when he isn't. My dog lives happily with my 2 Chihuahuas and has no issues with violence at all before this. He's a rescue and I helped him recover from mange, and I don't want to risk losing my dog because my neighbor refused to watch his dog.
RESPONSE A: Is it an actual shared fence? And is it sufficient to actually keep your dog in? Is he claiming his dog actually went onto your property? Or is he claiming that maybe your dog pulled his dog through or bit him through the fence? Because in one case, he's at fault. In the latter, you could have issues.
RESPONSE B: Have you fixed the fence and kept your dogs in-hand?
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POST: into my yard, and now expects me to pay for the vet bill. Not sure what to do. I live in Texas in a larger city, and like the title says, my neighbor is threatening to call the cops on my dog if I don't pay for his dogs vet bill. My neighbor and I share a wooden fence and his dog (small dog) is constantly coming into my yard by squeezing under the fence. His dog is always runs around barking at my dogs and snipping at them until they chase him out. A couple days ago my big dog got a hold of him and messed him up pretty bad supposedly (this happened while I was at work) and my neighbor is now threatening me saying that if I don't pay his $700+ bill he'll report my dog to the police, and hinted at sueing for the damages... I don't know what footing he has but i don't know what to do next. The main concern I have is that my dog is a boxer/pit mix, and I'm worried that he's gonna try to say my dog is dangerous when he isn't. My dog lives happily with my 2 Chihuahuas and has no issues with violence at all before this. He's a rescue and I helped him recover from mange, and I don't want to risk losing my dog because my neighbor refused to watch his dog.
RESPONSE A: When it comes to dog vs. dog attacks, a huge factor is whose dog was under the least amount of control. From mostly likely to win a lawsuit to least, it goes something like this: Physically holding the dog > dog is on a leash/chain > dog is fenced in > dog is loose. I'm curious: aside from the shared wall, is his yard fenced in? Because the attack happened in your yard, it seems highly unlikely that he would win any lawsuit. If you can establish that he isn't taking steps to keep his dog contained, then it's virtually guaranteed that he has no case.
RESPONSE B: I would take picture of the hole that the dog dug under the fence to get to your yard.
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POST: my neighbors dog, after his dog came into my yard, and now expects me to pay for the vet bill. Not sure what to do. I live in Texas in a larger city, and like the title says, my neighbor is threatening to call the cops on my dog if I don't pay for his dogs vet bill. My neighbor and I share a wooden fence and his dog (small dog) is constantly coming into my yard by squeezing under the fence. His dog is always runs around barking at my dogs and snipping at them until they chase him out. A couple days ago my big dog got a hold of him and messed him up pretty bad supposedly (this happened while I was at work) and my neighbor is now threatening me saying that if I don't pay his $700+ bill he'll report my dog to the police, and hinted at sueing for the damages... I don't know what footing he has but i don't know what to do next. The main concern I have is that my dog is a boxer/pit mix, and I'm worried that he's gonna try to say my dog is dangerous when he isn't. My dog lives happily with my 2 Chihuahuas and has no issues with violence at all before this. He's a rescue and I helped him recover from mange, and I don't want to risk losing my dog because my neighbor refused to watch his dog.
RESPONSE A: Have you fixed the fence and kept your dogs in-hand?
RESPONSE B: When it comes to dog vs. dog attacks, a huge factor is whose dog was under the least amount of control. From mostly likely to win a lawsuit to least, it goes something like this: Physically holding the dog > dog is on a leash/chain > dog is fenced in > dog is loose. I'm curious: aside from the shared wall, is his yard fenced in? Because the attack happened in your yard, it seems highly unlikely that he would win any lawsuit. If you can establish that he isn't taking steps to keep his dog contained, then it's virtually guaranteed that he has no case.
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POST: don't pay for his dogs vet bill. My neighbor and I share a wooden fence and his dog (small dog) is constantly coming into my yard by squeezing under the fence. His dog is always runs around barking at my dogs and snipping at them until they chase him out. A couple days ago my big dog got a hold of him and messed him up pretty bad supposedly (this happened while I was at work) and my neighbor is now threatening me saying that if I don't pay his $700+ bill he'll report my dog to the police, and hinted at sueing for the damages... I don't know what footing he has but i don't know what to do next. The main concern I have is that my dog is a boxer/pit mix, and I'm worried that he's gonna try to say my dog is dangerous when he isn't. My dog lives happily with my 2 Chihuahuas and has no issues with violence at all before this. He's a rescue and I helped him recover from mange, and I don't want to risk losing my dog because my neighbor refused to watch his dog.
RESPONSE A: Have you fixed the fence and kept your dogs in-hand?
RESPONSE B: I dealt with a situation like this once in Illinois. However, I am not licensed in Texas, nor am I giving you advice on Texas law. However, you might find it interesting. The short version if IL law is that owners need to control their own dogs. Once the neighbor's dog came onto your property, your dog had the "right" to defend the property. I'd take pictures of the fence and the holes because your neighbor might claim your dog came into his yard -- it sounds like your dog could not physically squeeze under the fence. As for the dog being a boxer/pit...so long as the breed is allowed in your town, the dog shouldn't be taken away unless he's rabid. It's possible that your neighbor will call animal control and that could set you back a bit. If so and your neighbor sues, I would counterclaim for any costs associated with the animal control issue.
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POST: Neighbor came over to our house with a gun Our Neighbors who rent at an rv park on the property next to ours (that may be ran illegally), claims that our dogs went there and killed her pig. We have had a pig for years and our dogs have never done anything to it. The woman came over to our house with her kids all carrying guns and started yelling at my mom saying that she (the neighbor) shot one of our german shepherds for killing her pig, however all of our dogs are here and fine. Meaning they shot someone else’s dog (probably someone else that lives at the rv park). We think that animal control or the police might come to our house is there anything we can do?
RESPONSE A: Call the police and keep your dogs on your property.
RESPONSE B: Call animal control or the police yourself and report what you know. There's likely no crime here unless the neighbors were making threats against you or brandishing their guns at you, and potentially a crime if they're threatening to shoot your dogs when they're not directly defending their livestock on their own property. If they suspect your dogs killed their pig, but they didn't witness it, their recourse would be to call animal control. It's better for you if they claim they shot the offending dog and none of your dogs have been wounded. It likely is not a crime for them to shoot any dogs which are harassing their livestock on their property.
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POST: Neighbor came over to our house with a gun Our Neighbors who rent at an rv park on the property next to ours (that may be ran illegally), claims that our dogs went there and killed her pig. We have had a pig for years and our dogs have never done anything to it. The woman came over to our house with her kids all carrying guns and started yelling at my mom saying that she (the neighbor) shot one of our german shepherds for killing her pig, however all of our dogs are here and fine. Meaning they shot someone else’s dog (probably someone else that lives at the rv park). We think that animal control or the police might come to our house is there anything we can do?
RESPONSE A: Call the police and keep your dogs on your property.
RESPONSE B: well, first things first, call the police, kids carrying guns and they are claiming they shot a dog?
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POST: Neighbor came over to our house with a gun Our Neighbors who rent at an rv park on the property next to ours (that may be ran illegally), claims that our dogs went there and killed her pig. We have had a pig for years and our dogs have never done anything to it. The woman came over to our house with her kids all carrying guns and started yelling at my mom saying that she (the neighbor) shot one of our german shepherds for killing her pig, however all of our dogs are here and fine. Meaning they shot someone else’s dog (probably someone else that lives at the rv park). We think that animal control or the police might come to our house is there anything we can do?
RESPONSE A: Call the police and keep your dogs on your property.
RESPONSE B: What is your legal question? Please also provide your location (state/country).
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POST: Neighbor came over to our house with a gun Our Neighbors who rent at an rv park on the property next to ours (that may be ran illegally), claims that our dogs went there and killed her pig. We have had a pig for years and our dogs have never done anything to it. The woman came over to our house with her kids all carrying guns and started yelling at my mom saying that she (the neighbor) shot one of our german shepherds for killing her pig, however all of our dogs are here and fine. Meaning they shot someone else’s dog (probably someone else that lives at the rv park). We think that animal control or the police might come to our house is there anything we can do?
RESPONSE A: Call the police and report that your neighbor came over brandishing guns and told you that they shot a dog that they thought was yours. That sounds frightening. I’d look into whether you can get a restraining order.
RESPONSE B: well, first things first, call the police, kids carrying guns and they are claiming they shot a dog?
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POST: Neighbor came over to our house with a gun Our Neighbors who rent at an rv park on the property next to ours (that may be ran illegally), claims that our dogs went there and killed her pig. We have had a pig for years and our dogs have never done anything to it. The woman came over to our house with her kids all carrying guns and started yelling at my mom saying that she (the neighbor) shot one of our german shepherds for killing her pig, however all of our dogs are here and fine. Meaning they shot someone else’s dog (probably someone else that lives at the rv park). We think that animal control or the police might come to our house is there anything we can do?
RESPONSE A: What is your legal question? Please also provide your location (state/country).
RESPONSE B: Call the police and report that your neighbor came over brandishing guns and told you that they shot a dog that they thought was yours. That sounds frightening. I’d look into whether you can get a restraining order.
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POST: My questions are: what happens now? Do I wait to hear back from the Sheriff's or do I need to be the one calling them to follow up on things? I don't want to annoy them but I also do want to have this handled with some degree of expediency. Would it be smart or stupid to go to the other neighbors he's been shaking down to let them know there's now police involvement if they'd like to also share their story? In the experience of others who've seen anything like this play out; do crazy bullies like him usually tone it down and act right after just a formal conversation with police that they're doing something illegal and they need to stop, or does it seem more likely that I will need to push for charges that will cause him to need to hire a defense attorney, etc if I want this situation to be a done deal, permanently. I do not want a lengthy feud, I just want him to leave me and my family in peace going forward. If there's an obvious question I'm not asking I would appreciate any other advice that pertains, too. (For the people from yesterday who were concerned that paying him $300 would complicate things, it has not. The invoice/letter that The Mayor delivered to us last year clearly stated that he hired and paid for the road repairs without consulting anyone but that he thinks it's our duty to pay him regardless. His own letter entirely backs my story completely)
RESPONSE A: I am not a lawyer, but I'm curious if you have a claim against the shady asphalt contractors. They did work on property without the permission of all the owners.
RESPONSE B: I would give the Sheriff a bit to do their thing before calling them. Certainly, I would also let others who feel like they have blackmailed or extorted by your neighbor to also report it to the Sheriff, as its much more likely for something to be done the more folks complain. I'd also expect your further relationship with your neighbor to sour, and I would consider outside cameras to record if he does anything else shady. It sounds like he may be neat and clean to the point of compulsion and who knows what other nonsense he could pull.
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POST: [PA] I'm potentially losing my land and business to eminent domain, and I've been told I can only get the value of the land, not the business. Is this correct? Is there anything I can do to get compensated for the business value?
RESPONSE A: Can your business not be moved?
RESPONSE B: I am a lawyer who specializes in eminent domain, but not in PA. You really need to speak to a lawyer familiar with PA eminent domain laws, as they can vary significantly from state to state. However, if your business is being displaced you are entitled to benefits and assistance under the Uniform Relocation Assistance Act (42 USC 61). Even if you don't actually move your business, there are certain benefits and payments you can be eligible for. Also, many states allow for the recovery of "lost profits" as a result of a condemnation. In VA, it's up to a 3 year period after you are forced to move. So, again, you are almost certainly entitled to various payments and benefits, but you need to speak to an attorney who specializes in PA condemnation law.
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RESPONSE A: Get a real estate lawyer yesterday.
RESPONSE B: I am a lawyer who specializes in eminent domain, but not in PA. You really need to speak to a lawyer familiar with PA eminent domain laws, as they can vary significantly from state to state. However, if your business is being displaced you are entitled to benefits and assistance under the Uniform Relocation Assistance Act (42 USC 61). Even if you don't actually move your business, there are certain benefits and payments you can be eligible for. Also, many states allow for the recovery of "lost profits" as a result of a condemnation. In VA, it's up to a 3 year period after you are forced to move. So, again, you are almost certainly entitled to various payments and benefits, but you need to speak to an attorney who specializes in PA condemnation law.
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RESPONSE A: This is absolutely lawyer territory. Get one. You may find some help here Also you can go to state bar and get a list of lawyers here
RESPONSE B: Might review any insurance policies you have to see if they cover anything like this. My guess would be no, but worth a shot. They might provide you with representation if it is covered by a policy you have.
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POST: [PA] I'm potentially losing my land and business to eminent domain, and I've been told I can only get the value of the land, not the business. Is this correct? Is there anything I can do to get compensated for the business value?
RESPONSE A: I regularly deal with condemnation under Pennsylvania’s eminent domain code as an engineer for highway purposes. The code is outlined in Title 26 of Pennsylvania’s code and it provides that you can get reimbursed up to $4,000 for reasonable expenses that you incur while consulting with an appraiser, attorney, or engineer. You should have received a pamphlet explaining your rights which would list this, if not request one from the condemning agency. I know the state’s department of transportation publishes this online, not sure if other agencies publish this or not. Take everyone’s advice here and go out and consult with an attorney of your choosing. You’ll have to front the money, but you’ll be able to recover some later through the process. You want to have someone in your corner look at your exact situation and explain what can be done as far as how your claim is translated into a dollar figure.
RESPONSE B: Might review any insurance policies you have to see if they cover anything like this. My guess would be no, but worth a shot. They might provide you with representation if it is covered by a policy you have.
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POST: [PA] I'm potentially losing my land and business to eminent domain, and I've been told I can only get the value of the land, not the business. Is this correct? Is there anything I can do to get compensated for the business value?
RESPONSE A: Look up Bailey v City of Mesa (az). It's an eminent domain case where the little guy won.
RESPONSE B: I regularly deal with condemnation under Pennsylvania’s eminent domain code as an engineer for highway purposes. The code is outlined in Title 26 of Pennsylvania’s code and it provides that you can get reimbursed up to $4,000 for reasonable expenses that you incur while consulting with an appraiser, attorney, or engineer. You should have received a pamphlet explaining your rights which would list this, if not request one from the condemning agency. I know the state’s department of transportation publishes this online, not sure if other agencies publish this or not. Take everyone’s advice here and go out and consult with an attorney of your choosing. You’ll have to front the money, but you’ll be able to recover some later through the process. You want to have someone in your corner look at your exact situation and explain what can be done as far as how your claim is translated into a dollar figure.
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POST: can move his family into our unit. We are signed on a lease until November. My new landlord has asked me and my 2 roommates to leave so that he can move his family into our unit. We are signed on a lease until November. Can he legally serve us an eviction notice before our lease ends? Assuming the answer is yes, does anyone have any advice on how to get out of this? Details below! My roommates and I live in a 3 bedroom apt in Bedstuy, BK. We signed a 1 year lease last November and at that same time, our building was sold to a new owner. A few days ago, I got a call from the new owner asking me how many months of notice we would need to move out--he wants to move his family into our unit. He and his wife currently live in a 1 bedroom with their kid and another on the way. He said he wants our unit (1 of 3 in the building) because it is on the top floor and would be the most quiet. I know that we are protected by the lease until November to an extent. As you can imagine, my roommates and are I not willing to submit right away--we are all very happy with our living arrangement. I also realize that if he wants to evict us, he probably can. We're hoping to learn more about situations like these so that we can figure out how to stay put. Any comments, questions and advice are much appreciated.
RESPONSE A: He can't necessarily just kick you out or end your lease early ... but this might be a great opportunity for you to both walk away smiling. Cash for keys, ya know?
RESPONSE B: Hi there! I’m the LegalFAQ bot. It looks like you may be experiencing housing issues related to housing or eviction. Come to https://legalfaq.org to find legal resources for renters in each state. You can also find links to local groups that can help you with legal, financial, or other problems at https://legalfaq.org/getHelp. Help us provide accurate advice to fellow redditors: if your post was related to housing or eviction, please like this comment; otherwise, please dislike this comment.
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POST: a lease until November. My new landlord has asked me and my 2 roommates to leave so that he can move his family into our unit. We are signed on a lease until November. Can he legally serve us an eviction notice before our lease ends? Assuming the answer is yes, does anyone have any advice on how to get out of this? Details below! My roommates and I live in a 3 bedroom apt in Bedstuy, BK. We signed a 1 year lease last November and at that same time, our building was sold to a new owner. A few days ago, I got a call from the new owner asking me how many months of notice we would need to move out--he wants to move his family into our unit. He and his wife currently live in a 1 bedroom with their kid and another on the way. He said he wants our unit (1 of 3 in the building) because it is on the top floor and would be the most quiet. I know that we are protected by the lease until November to an extent. As you can imagine, my roommates and are I not willing to submit right away--we are all very happy with our living arrangement. I also realize that if he wants to evict us, he probably can. We're hoping to learn more about situations like these so that we can figure out how to stay put. Any comments, questions and advice are much appreciated.
RESPONSE A: He can't force you out before the end of the lease. That's the whole point of a lease; neither side can force the other side out early. You can ask him for money to move out. A reasonable amount of money to ask for is 1.5 or 2 times the cost of moving (and potentially paying more for a new place), but you could really ask for anything.
RESPONSE B: I am not a lawyer but if you follow the lease, you should be fine. Be 100% on top of avoiding breaking any part or to give a leg to stand on it they try to evict. You could try beginning to look for another living arrangement and try to do cash for keys to provide them what they want and possibly a better living situation, money in your pockets, and not risking and antagonistic landlord.
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RESPONSE A: He can't force you out before the end of the lease. That's the whole point of a lease; neither side can force the other side out early. You can ask him for money to move out. A reasonable amount of money to ask for is 1.5 or 2 times the cost of moving (and potentially paying more for a new place), but you could really ask for anything.
RESPONSE B: Hi there! I’m the LegalFAQ bot. It looks like you may be experiencing housing issues related to housing or eviction. Come to https://legalfaq.org to find legal resources for renters in each state. You can also find links to local groups that can help you with legal, financial, or other problems at https://legalfaq.org/getHelp. Help us provide accurate advice to fellow redditors: if your post was related to housing or eviction, please like this comment; otherwise, please dislike this comment.
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POST: until November. My new landlord has asked me and my 2 roommates to leave so that he can move his family into our unit. We are signed on a lease until November. Can he legally serve us an eviction notice before our lease ends? Assuming the answer is yes, does anyone have any advice on how to get out of this? Details below! My roommates and I live in a 3 bedroom apt in Bedstuy, BK. We signed a 1 year lease last November and at that same time, our building was sold to a new owner. A few days ago, I got a call from the new owner asking me how many months of notice we would need to move out--he wants to move his family into our unit. He and his wife currently live in a 1 bedroom with their kid and another on the way. He said he wants our unit (1 of 3 in the building) because it is on the top floor and would be the most quiet. I know that we are protected by the lease until November to an extent. As you can imagine, my roommates and are I not willing to submit right away--we are all very happy with our living arrangement. I also realize that if he wants to evict us, he probably can. We're hoping to learn more about situations like these so that we can figure out how to stay put. Any comments, questions and advice are much appreciated.
RESPONSE A: I am not a lawyer but if you follow the lease, you should be fine. Be 100% on top of avoiding breaking any part or to give a leg to stand on it they try to evict. You could try beginning to look for another living arrangement and try to do cash for keys to provide them what they want and possibly a better living situation, money in your pockets, and not risking and antagonistic landlord.
RESPONSE B: He has to have a legitimate reason to evict you, it’s not just something he “probably can do”. It is possible he may start searching for a reason so you’re walking on egg shells potentially. This seems like a good opportunity to shop around for a new apartment and negotiate your landlord to pay for all moving costs in exchange for ending the lease early.
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POST: We are signed on a lease until November. Can he legally serve us an eviction notice before our lease ends? Assuming the answer is yes, does anyone have any advice on how to get out of this? Details below! My roommates and I live in a 3 bedroom apt in Bedstuy, BK. We signed a 1 year lease last November and at that same time, our building was sold to a new owner. A few days ago, I got a call from the new owner asking me how many months of notice we would need to move out--he wants to move his family into our unit. He and his wife currently live in a 1 bedroom with their kid and another on the way. He said he wants our unit (1 of 3 in the building) because it is on the top floor and would be the most quiet. I know that we are protected by the lease until November to an extent. As you can imagine, my roommates and are I not willing to submit right away--we are all very happy with our living arrangement. I also realize that if he wants to evict us, he probably can. We're hoping to learn more about situations like these so that we can figure out how to stay put. Any comments, questions and advice are much appreciated.
RESPONSE A: He has to have a legitimate reason to evict you, it’s not just something he “probably can do”. It is possible he may start searching for a reason so you’re walking on egg shells potentially. This seems like a good opportunity to shop around for a new apartment and negotiate your landlord to pay for all moving costs in exchange for ending the lease early.
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POST: our super. However, our super does not live in our building, and isn't always available. - Many tenants picked this building because of the elevator being advertised, including young families and elderly disabled people. **Personal stuff you can skip if you just want facts:** Today I got trapped in the elevator with my 3 month old baby. The emergency button didn't work, tried calling the super and it just went to voice mail 5 times, texted with no response, and finally had to call the fire department. I'm slightly embarrassed to say I had a full blown panic attack since I am a first time mom and was terrified that it would be hours trapped with my little guy. However the fire department was awesome and got me out 15 minutes later. They were just getting me out when the super showed up and all they said was "what, you couldn't wait for me?" The elevator was out for a full WEEK when I gave birth back in August, so I came home with my new baby, freshly sewn up just to have to lug all of our stuff and myself up five flights of stairs. It fucking sucked. I've been researching online and I can't seem to figure out our powers or rights here as tenants. What is our best course of action? My husband is going to contact them and ask for a rent decrease until the issue is fixed, but I was also wondering if there's any sort of tenant's organizing I can do, or if anyone thinks a lawyer could help (before we spend the money on one)? Thanks if you've read this all!
RESPONSE A: Has anyone spoken to your city's code enforcement? Call them and ask for the contact info for the officer who serves your address. They tend to work by designated area. Save any documentation you have on people getting trapped in this elevator etc. The officer will likely be willing to meet you at the building, and they'll be glad to speak with more tenants so feel free to get more neighbors to come out and talk to the officer.
RESPONSE B: This sounds like a perfect opportunity to introduce your landlord to the Fire Marshall. Next time anyone gets trapped call the fire marshall and they'll be sure to give them a lengthy talking to with possible fine.
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POST: lowball fines that obviously won't bother a NYC landlord. - The landlord has actually now posted signs discouraging people from calling the fire department if they are trapped, as "they can break the elevator further", and asks us to call our super. However, our super does not live in our building, and isn't always available. - Many tenants picked this building because of the elevator being advertised, including young families and elderly disabled people. **Personal stuff you can skip if you just want facts:** Today I got trapped in the elevator with my 3 month old baby. The emergency button didn't work, tried calling the super and it just went to voice mail 5 times, texted with no response, and finally had to call the fire department. I'm slightly embarrassed to say I had a full blown panic attack since I am a first time mom and was terrified that it would be hours trapped with my little guy. However the fire department was awesome and got me out 15 minutes later. They were just getting me out when the super showed up and all they said was "what, you couldn't wait for me?" The elevator was out for a full WEEK when I gave birth back in August, so I came home with my new baby, freshly sewn up just to have to lug all of our stuff and myself up five flights of stairs. It fucking sucked. I've been researching online and I can't seem to figure out our powers or rights here as tenants. What is our best course of action? My husband is going to contact them and ask for a rent decrease until the issue is fixed, but I was also wondering if there's any sort of tenant's organizing I can do, or if anyone thinks a lawyer could help (before we spend the money on one)? Thanks if you've read this all!
RESPONSE A: Here's the 311 page for elevator complaints: https://portal.311.nyc.gov/article/?kanumber=KA-02015
RESPONSE B: This sounds like a perfect opportunity to introduce your landlord to the Fire Marshall. Next time anyone gets trapped call the fire marshall and they'll be sure to give them a lengthy talking to with possible fine.
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POST: so I called the fire department to request the incident report. Lo and behold it states they responded to a chemical spill due to my neighbor having poured 2 gallons of ammonia on my doormat and corner of my door. She also admits to having been pouring ammonia in front of my door for about two weeks which makes the smell and stained doormat add up. They also tell me that the building owners were ON SITE when all of this happened. They had broken the lock to make sure no one was inside passed out due to the ammonia smell and not to take away our non existent cat. The owners are blaming us for them getting a citation due to the chemical spill because they’re claiming our neighbor was pouring the ammonia to cover up a cat litter smell when in reality I don’t know why she was actually doing this. For 2 weeks we’ve been breathing in ammonia and the building will not acknowledge it and just keeps saying it’s because of a cat. I’ve never interacted with my neighbor beyond more than a hello and goodbye as we have different schedules so I’m confused as to why she was doing this. Do I have any kind of legal standing with this situation in regards to my neighbor or the building management?
RESPONSE A: I would make a police report ASAP
RESPONSE B: New York has significant protections for tenants. I'm not a lawyer. It sounds like they used the "Emergency" clause to enter your apartment without prior permission. But having found no cat, this is now bordering on harassment. >No landlord, or any party acting on the landlord’s behalf, may interfere with the tenant’s privacy, comfort, or quiet enjoyment of the apartment Here's a link to the states tenants rights: https://ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/tenants\_rights.pdf Call the AG and get them involved, (800) 771-7755. You may have to have a lawyer write a letter to issue a cease and desist letter. I've been a NY landlord and have friends who are landlords here. The State significantly favors you and there's a lot of power behind you because of it.
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POST: behold it states they responded to a chemical spill due to my neighbor having poured 2 gallons of ammonia on my doormat and corner of my door. She also admits to having been pouring ammonia in front of my door for about two weeks which makes the smell and stained doormat add up. They also tell me that the building owners were ON SITE when all of this happened. They had broken the lock to make sure no one was inside passed out due to the ammonia smell and not to take away our non existent cat. The owners are blaming us for them getting a citation due to the chemical spill because they’re claiming our neighbor was pouring the ammonia to cover up a cat litter smell when in reality I don’t know why she was actually doing this. For 2 weeks we’ve been breathing in ammonia and the building will not acknowledge it and just keeps saying it’s because of a cat. I’ve never interacted with my neighbor beyond more than a hello and goodbye as we have different schedules so I’m confused as to why she was doing this. Do I have any kind of legal standing with this situation in regards to my neighbor or the building management?
RESPONSE A: Nobody’s mentioned doorbell camera. It will be useful for law enforcement and/or building mgmt
RESPONSE B: New York has significant protections for tenants. I'm not a lawyer. It sounds like they used the "Emergency" clause to enter your apartment without prior permission. But having found no cat, this is now bordering on harassment. >No landlord, or any party acting on the landlord’s behalf, may interfere with the tenant’s privacy, comfort, or quiet enjoyment of the apartment Here's a link to the states tenants rights: https://ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/tenants\_rights.pdf Call the AG and get them involved, (800) 771-7755. You may have to have a lawyer write a letter to issue a cease and desist letter. I've been a NY landlord and have friends who are landlords here. The State significantly favors you and there's a lot of power behind you because of it.
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POST: I've been charged with going faster than my car can physically go I was driving home on Christmas and an officer pulled me over. He claimed at first I was going 131mph. Then I replied that it was simply not possible because my car cannot go that fast. He then continued on talking and said I did 120. Then he finally said that initially it seemed I was going 117mph. On one site it says my top speed is 110mph but after some math it looks closer to 95mph. I've contacted my car manufacturer to get actual top speed and am awaiting their message. When my car hits 80mph it shakes violently. Point is I know I wasn't going that fast, but I feel like even with what I've said it'll be him against me. Is there anything I can do to make this more favorable for me?
RESPONSE A: What is your state? Contact the ticket clinic or a similar firm. They specialize in cases like this where they know exactly what questions to ask to the cop if they even show up to your day in court. Chances are the cop didn’t calibrate or even use a radar gun at all
RESPONSE B: Lawyer here, not your lawyer and this isn't legal advice. Just general conversation about traffic tickets and how I tend to deal with them in my State. Specifically a prosecutor who does handle Traffic Offenses. This is certainly a new one here that I have not had someone use before. Those normally get a legitimate pause from me. So depending on your State you can enter a not-guilty plea and get a chance to talk with the lawyer handling the ticket to make some sort of offer/reduction. Having your ducks in a row to show how they can't prove their case because your car physically can't go that fast is one of the better arguments. "I don't know how fast i was going" is not a good defense. But the State/County still needs to prove something. Asking for a 1-10 over ticket may save everyone a a headache and save time in the long run.
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POST: I've been charged with going faster than my car can physically go I was driving home on Christmas and an officer pulled me over. He claimed at first I was going 131mph. Then I replied that it was simply not possible because my car cannot go that fast. He then continued on talking and said I did 120. Then he finally said that initially it seemed I was going 117mph. On one site it says my top speed is 110mph but after some math it looks closer to 95mph. I've contacted my car manufacturer to get actual top speed and am awaiting their message. When my car hits 80mph it shakes violently. Point is I know I wasn't going that fast, but I feel like even with what I've said it'll be him against me. Is there anything I can do to make this more favorable for me?
RESPONSE A: > On one site it says my top speed is 110mph but after some math it looks closer to 95mph. How fast were you actually driving? You must have some idea of what your speedometer said. We need your location and the actual code violation from your ticket as well if you want anyone to be able to provide advice based on the specific laws that apply.
RESPONSE B: Lawyer here, not your lawyer and this isn't legal advice. Just general conversation about traffic tickets and how I tend to deal with them in my State. Specifically a prosecutor who does handle Traffic Offenses. This is certainly a new one here that I have not had someone use before. Those normally get a legitimate pause from me. So depending on your State you can enter a not-guilty plea and get a chance to talk with the lawyer handling the ticket to make some sort of offer/reduction. Having your ducks in a row to show how they can't prove their case because your car physically can't go that fast is one of the better arguments. "I don't know how fast i was going" is not a good defense. But the State/County still needs to prove something. Asking for a 1-10 over ticket may save everyone a a headache and save time in the long run.
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POST: I've been charged with going faster than my car can physically go I was driving home on Christmas and an officer pulled me over. He claimed at first I was going 131mph. Then I replied that it was simply not possible because my car cannot go that fast. He then continued on talking and said I did 120. Then he finally said that initially it seemed I was going 117mph. On one site it says my top speed is 110mph but after some math it looks closer to 95mph. I've contacted my car manufacturer to get actual top speed and am awaiting their message. When my car hits 80mph it shakes violently. Point is I know I wasn't going that fast, but I feel like even with what I've said it'll be him against me. Is there anything I can do to make this more favorable for me?
RESPONSE A: Lawyer here, not your lawyer and this isn't legal advice. Just general conversation about traffic tickets and how I tend to deal with them in my State. Specifically a prosecutor who does handle Traffic Offenses. This is certainly a new one here that I have not had someone use before. Those normally get a legitimate pause from me. So depending on your State you can enter a not-guilty plea and get a chance to talk with the lawyer handling the ticket to make some sort of offer/reduction. Having your ducks in a row to show how they can't prove their case because your car physically can't go that fast is one of the better arguments. "I don't know how fast i was going" is not a good defense. But the State/County still needs to prove something. Asking for a 1-10 over ticket may save everyone a a headache and save time in the long run.
RESPONSE B: Depending on the vehicle, check to see if you have a car governor. I purchased a truck with governor relegating my speed to 90mph, didn’t know for 2 years until I got into a mess of aggressive traffic on the turnpike and just tried to “nope” out of there and hit the limit.
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POST: go I was driving home on Christmas and an officer pulled me over. He claimed at first I was going 131mph. Then I replied that it was simply not possible because my car cannot go that fast. He then continued on talking and said I did 120. Then he finally said that initially it seemed I was going 117mph. On one site it says my top speed is 110mph but after some math it looks closer to 95mph. I've contacted my car manufacturer to get actual top speed and am awaiting their message. When my car hits 80mph it shakes violently. Point is I know I wasn't going that fast, but I feel like even with what I've said it'll be him against me. Is there anything I can do to make this more favorable for me?
RESPONSE A: Lawyer here, not your lawyer and this isn't legal advice. Just general conversation about traffic tickets and how I tend to deal with them in my State. Specifically a prosecutor who does handle Traffic Offenses. This is certainly a new one here that I have not had someone use before. Those normally get a legitimate pause from me. So depending on your State you can enter a not-guilty plea and get a chance to talk with the lawyer handling the ticket to make some sort of offer/reduction. Having your ducks in a row to show how they can't prove their case because your car physically can't go that fast is one of the better arguments. "I don't know how fast i was going" is not a good defense. But the State/County still needs to prove something. Asking for a 1-10 over ticket may save everyone a a headache and save time in the long run.
RESPONSE B: Just because your car shakes doesn't mean it stops dead...my car will shake at certain speeds but will still exceed them. Chances are you were going well in excess of the speed limit and should speak with a lawyer. "I don't know how fast I was going," "I was just jamming out to the music," and "I don't think I can go that fast" are not going to get you very far. Start saving up for a healthy fine, as well.
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POST: I've been charged with going faster than my car can physically go I was driving home on Christmas and an officer pulled me over. He claimed at first I was going 131mph. Then I replied that it was simply not possible because my car cannot go that fast. He then continued on talking and said I did 120. Then he finally said that initially it seemed I was going 117mph. On one site it says my top speed is 110mph but after some math it looks closer to 95mph. I've contacted my car manufacturer to get actual top speed and am awaiting their message. When my car hits 80mph it shakes violently. Point is I know I wasn't going that fast, but I feel like even with what I've said it'll be him against me. Is there anything I can do to make this more favorable for me?
RESPONSE A: You believe you were going under 80 mph, and the officer believes you were going 120 MPH? Is that correct?
RESPONSE B: Wonder if there is also a kilometre per hour reading on the speed gun? 131kph would be around 81mph.. maybe there's some confusion on their end?
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POST: route and get visitation. She lives in a different state than me, but both states we live in *do* have some form of grandparents rights. I am terrified because what if her CPS case doesn’t apply to me, because I wasn’t a minor when they were called? Or what if it doesn’t matter regardless? I haven’t told anyone about this because I don’t know how to go about this? Should I have a lawyer already? Should I get a restraining order? I don’t know anything about this, and frankly speaking the idea of standing in a courtroom only a few feet from her has me breaking out in hives just thinking about it. I’m sorry if this is a stupid question, the answers I found on Google only went into what would happen if the parents divorced or one died, and me and my husband are happy and healthy
RESPONSE A: What state are you in? Grandparents' rights are generally intended to facilitate preservation of an *existing* relationship with grandchildren in the event of divorce, death, incarceration, or some other circumstances in which the direct relationship through the grandchild's parent(s) is disrupted. A grandparent who has no existing relationship with a grandchild is going to have a difficult time establishing that court-ordered visitation is in the child's best interest, especially when that child's parents are in agreement on the limits of the grandparent's access to the child (not to mention married and raising the child together).
RESPONSE B: Not a lawyer, Grandparents rights is a very muddy scenario. But in most cases the decision is based on what is best for the child. Like if the child is close to their grandparents then they are more likely to gain visitation. If you can prove that visitation won't be beneficial for your kids, or can actively harm them. And your decision to cut them off from their grandparent is for your kids' well-being and not just some petty vendetta, then it's very unlikely that the court will grant them any access. But in the end it would be best for you to consult a lawyer who is versed in your state's family laws...
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POST: later when CPS opened a case on her, for my brothers). My mother has never met my children, but has recently became impassioned on the subject, and has emailed me and sent letters to my home (I don’t know how she has my address), telling me that if I do not let her meet my children then she will go the legal route and get visitation. She lives in a different state than me, but both states we live in *do* have some form of grandparents rights. I am terrified because what if her CPS case doesn’t apply to me, because I wasn’t a minor when they were called? Or what if it doesn’t matter regardless? I haven’t told anyone about this because I don’t know how to go about this? Should I have a lawyer already? Should I get a restraining order? I don’t know anything about this, and frankly speaking the idea of standing in a courtroom only a few feet from her has me breaking out in hives just thinking about it. I’m sorry if this is a stupid question, the answers I found on Google only went into what would happen if the parents divorced or one died, and me and my husband are happy and healthy
RESPONSE A: Typically they can establish some rights if they have a previous connection with them, which would be one of the many reasons that they could show as a reason of best interest for the child. Being that she has no previous connection. It will be an uphill battle for her to establish rights. But I would check with a lawyer, just to make sure that you are covered.
RESPONSE B: > My mother has never met my children, > I am in NY, (moved here with my husband before the children were born,) my mother lives in KY. > telling me that if I do not let her meet my children then she will go the legal route and get visitation. She has no chance whatsoever. You have no obligation even to acknowledge receipt of her emails. By all means talk to a family law attorney if that will give you peace of mind, but a judge is not going to order you to introduce your children to an abusive grandparent, much less grant visitation.
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POST: let her meet my children then she will go the legal route and get visitation. She lives in a different state than me, but both states we live in *do* have some form of grandparents rights. I am terrified because what if her CPS case doesn’t apply to me, because I wasn’t a minor when they were called? Or what if it doesn’t matter regardless? I haven’t told anyone about this because I don’t know how to go about this? Should I have a lawyer already? Should I get a restraining order? I don’t know anything about this, and frankly speaking the idea of standing in a courtroom only a few feet from her has me breaking out in hives just thinking about it. I’m sorry if this is a stupid question, the answers I found on Google only went into what would happen if the parents divorced or one died, and me and my husband are happy and healthy
RESPONSE A: Not a lawyer, Grandparents rights is a very muddy scenario. But in most cases the decision is based on what is best for the child. Like if the child is close to their grandparents then they are more likely to gain visitation. If you can prove that visitation won't be beneficial for your kids, or can actively harm them. And your decision to cut them off from their grandparent is for your kids' well-being and not just some petty vendetta, then it's very unlikely that the court will grant them any access. But in the end it would be best for you to consult a lawyer who is versed in your state's family laws...
RESPONSE B: > My mother has never met my children, > I am in NY, (moved here with my husband before the children were born,) my mother lives in KY. > telling me that if I do not let her meet my children then she will go the legal route and get visitation. She has no chance whatsoever. You have no obligation even to acknowledge receipt of her emails. By all means talk to a family law attorney if that will give you peace of mind, but a judge is not going to order you to introduce your children to an abusive grandparent, much less grant visitation.
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RESPONSE A: > My mother has never met my children, > I am in NY, (moved here with my husband before the children were born,) my mother lives in KY. > telling me that if I do not let her meet my children then she will go the legal route and get visitation. She has no chance whatsoever. You have no obligation even to acknowledge receipt of her emails. By all means talk to a family law attorney if that will give you peace of mind, but a judge is not going to order you to introduce your children to an abusive grandparent, much less grant visitation.
RESPONSE B: You'll probably get more peace of mind through consultation with a lawyer. The reason ypu see information about what happens in the case of a deceased or divorced parent is because that's ehat these laws are generally for: if my husband dies, to prevent me from cutting his parents out of my kids' lives. A parent like you who wants to prevent contact between their parents and their kids is generally acknowledged to have that right, unless the child's welfare might dictate otherwise. But for your own peace of mind, please consult a lawyer.
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POST: The woman who raised me is trying to take custody of my children I (22f) was abandoned by my birth mother at birth and her uncle and his wife got custody of me, there was no actual adoption and im not blodd related to the wife, i call them my parents for convenience here, my father passed when i was 3 so my mom raised me, i had two children while living with her and i have custody of both, i let them live with her the past year while im living with my husband in a 1 bedroom apartment, i see them every other day at least and take them every weekend to stay with me, well me and my husband plan on moving to iowa for a job offer for him and its where his parents live so i told my mom about the move with every intention of taking my kids, so now she is trying to claim abandonment and grandparents rights on me. Do i have a legal action here? Or can i just go anyway? We are set to move in a week and she has known about it for 6 months. Me and my husband have a 9 month old baby and my kids at her ouse are 6f and 3m. I fought like hell to get my son away from his abusive father, they only stayed there because if cys was called we dont have the room for them at our apartment. I wanted to keep them happy and safe and now she is trying to steal my kids. We are in pa right now
RESPONSE A: I had to re-read because something wasn't adding up. I would verify with a lawyer whether grandparent rights apply here. She is not a grandparent, she would be your aunt through marriage. If there is a legal adoption and termination of your birth parents' parental rights due to abandonment, that might change how she is perceived by the courts.
RESPONSE B: Check laws related to custody and abandonment. Generally, the court will be on your side. Did you sign over temporary guardianship to her?
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POST: [MN] My mother and stepfather are abusive alcoholics. I'm seventeen and live independently - is it possible for me to have my little sister legally removed from their custody because of the abuse, without CPS intervening in my life and trying to move me as well? I have voice recordings of several incidents of abuse that occurred while I lived with them that I'd be happy to turn over to CPS, along with plenty of statements I can make about the situation there. The police have records of some of the things that have happened in that house as well. I want to get my 13 year old little sister out of that house, but I don't want to be involved with CPS. I've been in state custody in the past, and the only reason I haven't reported anything already is because I'm afraid of going back to that. I'm in a safe and emotionally healthy place now. I think anyone would be afraid of jeopardizing their stability. I live with my SO in an apartment near my family's house. I have a steady job and support myself - I visit my mother a few times a month for dinner, and I live away from their house with her blessing. I'm safe and I've finally gotten some stability in my life now that I've moved out. I don't want anything to do with CPS, I just want my sister somewhere safe, and for my mother to get help. What can I do?
RESPONSE A: You can try filing for emancipation.
RESPONSE B: As long as you are safe, you would be very low priority for CPS because you are almost a legal adult. They very likely wont mess with you, although they may check on you relatively regularly. Call about your sister. Submit what evidence you can. Hopefully she can get into a better situation and you can be her advocate.
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POST: Neighbors put a barricade blocking off our street, so a bunch of drunk people and young children can play in it. We are the second house away from the turn in, they are the first. The neighbors like to put up a barricade blocking off the turn in consisting of traffic cones of unknown origin and trash bins. They do this so a party consisting of young children and drunk adults can play and loiter in the streets without anyone being able to get through. They are really disruptive and leave trash everywhere and play loud music. When we drive home, if they have the barricade up, we have to drive 5 minutes to go around and get to our house. The issues are: This would obstruct any emergency services trying to get to houses on our street. They couldn’t even drive through because of the people in the street. Someone could miss it and smash up their car on the trash bins. No one can get through in general. They would have to take the 5 minute detour. They are endangering the children. All the beer bottles they leave could pop tires. So what laws, if any, does this break, and if they do this, can we call the cops to have them tell them off and remove it? I could physically remove the barrier but I feel like they might confront me. How do I get them to stop? We’ve already tried asking and they just say something along the lines of “otherwise people would drive into us” or other excuses. This is Idaho by the way.
RESPONSE A: If someone is blocking a public street, call the police.
RESPONSE B: On top of the advice to call the police: Call the fire department. They do not fuck around when it comes to emergency vehicle access.
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POST: Neighbors put a barricade blocking off our street, so a bunch of drunk people and young children can play in it. We are the second house away from the turn in, they are the first. The neighbors like to put up a barricade blocking off the turn in consisting of traffic cones of unknown origin and trash bins. They do this so a party consisting of young children and drunk adults can play and loiter in the streets without anyone being able to get through. They are really disruptive and leave trash everywhere and play loud music. When we drive home, if they have the barricade up, we have to drive 5 minutes to go around and get to our house. The issues are: This would obstruct any emergency services trying to get to houses on our street. They couldn’t even drive through because of the people in the street. Someone could miss it and smash up their car on the trash bins. No one can get through in general. They would have to take the 5 minute detour. They are endangering the children. All the beer bottles they leave could pop tires. So what laws, if any, does this break, and if they do this, can we call the cops to have them tell them off and remove it? I could physically remove the barrier but I feel like they might confront me. How do I get them to stop? We’ve already tried asking and they just say something along the lines of “otherwise people would drive into us” or other excuses. This is Idaho by the way.
RESPONSE A: Your city would be helpful info as well; there are likely ordinances against this exact thing. But as others have said, this isn’t really a “legal advice” problem yet if you haven’t called the cops and exhausted that option. They should be the most immediately effective solution for you.
RESPONSE B: Call the fire department and also report the illegal block party to the city. You have to pull permits for this.
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POST: s. No one can get through in general. They would have to take the 5 minute detour. They are endangering the children. All the beer bottles they leave could pop tires. So what laws, if any, does this break, and if they do this, can we call the cops to have them tell them off and remove it? I could physically remove the barrier but I feel like they might confront me. How do I get them to stop? We’ve already tried asking and they just say something along the lines of “otherwise people would drive into us” or other excuses. This is Idaho by the way.
RESPONSE A: I am a prosecutor in Idaho and they are breaking a number of laws by doing this. Many cities have ordinances that make obstructing streets a misdemeanor, as does I.C. 18-3907 for state highways. They are also violating I.C. 18-7031 (littering law) by placing debris on public property. On top of that, by venturing into the street while intoxicated, the adults are likely violating public intoxication ordinances. Finally, this sounds like a Hornbook example of disturbing the peace under either state law (I.C. 18-6409) or local ordinance, and it could even constitute a violation of public nuisance law at the state (I.C. 18-5901) and local level. Tl;dr they are breaking a metric fuck ton of laws by doing this, so call the police the next time it happens.
RESPONSE B: Good morning, Before you make a call to the police or fire department, which are solid options, have you tried getting to know your neighbors and being friendly? Have you spoken to them about this? I only ask because it seems people these days don’t want to be social with others, and that leads to legal issues such as this. I have a similar situation near me. I just cracked a beer and went to talk to the guys. Made small talk. Discussed some issues and we all made friends. No problems. No cops. No firemen. Just conversation. If you don’t like that approach, I totally get it. The fire department is your best bet. Good luck.
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POST: . When we drive home, if they have the barricade up, we have to drive 5 minutes to go around and get to our house. The issues are: This would obstruct any emergency services trying to get to houses on our street. They couldn’t even drive through because of the people in the street. Someone could miss it and smash up their car on the trash bins. No one can get through in general. They would have to take the 5 minute detour. They are endangering the children. All the beer bottles they leave could pop tires. So what laws, if any, does this break, and if they do this, can we call the cops to have them tell them off and remove it? I could physically remove the barrier but I feel like they might confront me. How do I get them to stop? We’ve already tried asking and they just say something along the lines of “otherwise people would drive into us” or other excuses. This is Idaho by the way.
RESPONSE A: Your city would be helpful info as well; there are likely ordinances against this exact thing. But as others have said, this isn’t really a “legal advice” problem yet if you haven’t called the cops and exhausted that option. They should be the most immediately effective solution for you.
RESPONSE B: I am a prosecutor in Idaho and they are breaking a number of laws by doing this. Many cities have ordinances that make obstructing streets a misdemeanor, as does I.C. 18-3907 for state highways. They are also violating I.C. 18-7031 (littering law) by placing debris on public property. On top of that, by venturing into the street while intoxicated, the adults are likely violating public intoxication ordinances. Finally, this sounds like a Hornbook example of disturbing the peace under either state law (I.C. 18-6409) or local ordinance, and it could even constitute a violation of public nuisance law at the state (I.C. 18-5901) and local level. Tl;dr they are breaking a metric fuck ton of laws by doing this, so call the police the next time it happens.
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POST: ade up, we have to drive 5 minutes to go around and get to our house. The issues are: This would obstruct any emergency services trying to get to houses on our street. They couldn’t even drive through because of the people in the street. Someone could miss it and smash up their car on the trash bins. No one can get through in general. They would have to take the 5 minute detour. They are endangering the children. All the beer bottles they leave could pop tires. So what laws, if any, does this break, and if they do this, can we call the cops to have them tell them off and remove it? I could physically remove the barrier but I feel like they might confront me. How do I get them to stop? We’ve already tried asking and they just say something along the lines of “otherwise people would drive into us” or other excuses. This is Idaho by the way.
RESPONSE A: Not a lawyer but call the police (non-emergency) and they'll come to shut it down, and if it keeps happening possibly fine them. Or if you really want to fuck up their party. Notify the fire department. They'll really come fuck up their day for blocking off emergency road access without a permit.
RESPONSE B: I am a prosecutor in Idaho and they are breaking a number of laws by doing this. Many cities have ordinances that make obstructing streets a misdemeanor, as does I.C. 18-3907 for state highways. They are also violating I.C. 18-7031 (littering law) by placing debris on public property. On top of that, by venturing into the street while intoxicated, the adults are likely violating public intoxication ordinances. Finally, this sounds like a Hornbook example of disturbing the peace under either state law (I.C. 18-6409) or local ordinance, and it could even constitute a violation of public nuisance law at the state (I.C. 18-5901) and local level. Tl;dr they are breaking a metric fuck ton of laws by doing this, so call the police the next time it happens.
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POST: and has been treated. She then told me she had to leave so the conversation ended. A couple minutes after she left she texted me saying she is going to stop by my house after work and needs my homeowners insurance information to give to her relative for their medical bills. She told me what time she will be coming and asked me to write it down and put it in my mailbox and she will pick it up. My most pressing question is: is it okay to give her my homeowner's insurance information? If I do so I don't want it later to be called admitting fault or something, and I'm also worried about the possibility of my rates going up if this isn't legally my responsibility. Second question being - is this my responsibility? While they were injured on my property, I am told they were injured while falling off a piece of equipment left by a utility company. This was not my equipment and I was not consulted in their decision to leave it on my property over Christmas (I did not even know they were doing work until I came home and found my yard ripped up, and the workers were gone). If there is anything else I should be doing right now I would appreciate any advice. I have obviously not been in this type of situation before and I don't want to do anything stupid or give out anything I shouldn't. Thank you.
RESPONSE A: Document all facts, name of company brand of machinery, dates times, etc, take photos. Notify your insurance carrier of this incident and all details. Do not communicate with neighbors about this incident. Tell them that you are not liable for this and that you will not be communicating with them. Inform your insurance company of any further communication.
RESPONSE B: Give your homeowner's insurance info an notify your insurer of the accident. You WANT your insurer involved and notified ASAP if there might be a claim here. That doesn't mean you did anytHing wrong or that it's a valid claim. What you don't want is to keep this from your insurer and then two years from now you get sued over the accident and your insurer says "You were obligated to notify us and because you didn't notify us and give us a chance t investigate, we're not going to cover this claim, you're on your own."
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POST: In the mean time the company returned, finished their work and removed the equipment. But this morning I found my neighbor in my yard taking photos of the area where the work was done. That is when she told me what happened. She confirmed that the child was taken to the ER and has been treated. She then told me she had to leave so the conversation ended. A couple minutes after she left she texted me saying she is going to stop by my house after work and needs my homeowners insurance information to give to her relative for their medical bills. She told me what time she will be coming and asked me to write it down and put it in my mailbox and she will pick it up. My most pressing question is: is it okay to give her my homeowner's insurance information? If I do so I don't want it later to be called admitting fault or something, and I'm also worried about the possibility of my rates going up if this isn't legally my responsibility. Second question being - is this my responsibility? While they were injured on my property, I am told they were injured while falling off a piece of equipment left by a utility company. This was not my equipment and I was not consulted in their decision to leave it on my property over Christmas (I did not even know they were doing work until I came home and found my yard ripped up, and the workers were gone). If there is anything else I should be doing right now I would appreciate any advice. I have obviously not been in this type of situation before and I don't want to do anything stupid or give out anything I shouldn't. Thank you.
RESPONSE A: I would go and photograph the spot where the incident occurred.
RESPONSE B: Give your homeowner's insurance info an notify your insurer of the accident. You WANT your insurer involved and notified ASAP if there might be a claim here. That doesn't mean you did anytHing wrong or that it's a valid claim. What you don't want is to keep this from your insurer and then two years from now you get sued over the accident and your insurer says "You were obligated to notify us and because you didn't notify us and give us a chance t investigate, we're not going to cover this claim, you're on your own."
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POST: information? If I do so I don't want it later to be called admitting fault or something, and I'm also worried about the possibility of my rates going up if this isn't legally my responsibility. Second question being - is this my responsibility? While they were injured on my property, I am told they were injured while falling off a piece of equipment left by a utility company. This was not my equipment and I was not consulted in their decision to leave it on my property over Christmas (I did not even know they were doing work until I came home and found my yard ripped up, and the workers were gone). If there is anything else I should be doing right now I would appreciate any advice. I have obviously not been in this type of situation before and I don't want to do anything stupid or give out anything I shouldn't. Thank you.
RESPONSE A: Providing the insurance info is ok, although frustrating because this is 100% not your fault. They could try to access the ‘Medical Payments’ portion of your policy. That coverage is a no fault or good will coverage that will pay up to the stated limit if someone is injured on your property regardless of fault, usually a small amount of $2.5k or $5k. This really should be handled directly by the utility company, by leaving their equipment they created an attractive nuisance and should be held liable. Also, if your neighbor’s family is frivolous they will want to go for the “deep pockets” and a utility company will almost always have higher insurance limits than a personal homeowners policy. There is a chance that the utility company will have to cover you but I cannot be sure without seeing the easement agreement. You should instruct your broker to turn in the claim/incident so your carrier can protect their/your interest if a lawsuit is filed. Carriers can deny a claim if they do no receive timely notice of a claim. Best of luck
RESPONSE B: Document all facts, name of company brand of machinery, dates times, etc, take photos. Notify your insurance carrier of this incident and all details. Do not communicate with neighbors about this incident. Tell them that you are not liable for this and that you will not be communicating with them. Inform your insurance company of any further communication.
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POST: information to give to her relative for their medical bills. She told me what time she will be coming and asked me to write it down and put it in my mailbox and she will pick it up. My most pressing question is: is it okay to give her my homeowner's insurance information? If I do so I don't want it later to be called admitting fault or something, and I'm also worried about the possibility of my rates going up if this isn't legally my responsibility. Second question being - is this my responsibility? While they were injured on my property, I am told they were injured while falling off a piece of equipment left by a utility company. This was not my equipment and I was not consulted in their decision to leave it on my property over Christmas (I did not even know they were doing work until I came home and found my yard ripped up, and the workers were gone). If there is anything else I should be doing right now I would appreciate any advice. I have obviously not been in this type of situation before and I don't want to do anything stupid or give out anything I shouldn't. Thank you.
RESPONSE A: I would go and photograph the spot where the incident occurred.
RESPONSE B: Providing the insurance info is ok, although frustrating because this is 100% not your fault. They could try to access the ‘Medical Payments’ portion of your policy. That coverage is a no fault or good will coverage that will pay up to the stated limit if someone is injured on your property regardless of fault, usually a small amount of $2.5k or $5k. This really should be handled directly by the utility company, by leaving their equipment they created an attractive nuisance and should be held liable. Also, if your neighbor’s family is frivolous they will want to go for the “deep pockets” and a utility company will almost always have higher insurance limits than a personal homeowners policy. There is a chance that the utility company will have to cover you but I cannot be sure without seeing the easement agreement. You should instruct your broker to turn in the claim/incident so your carrier can protect their/your interest if a lawsuit is filed. Carriers can deny a claim if they do no receive timely notice of a claim. Best of luck
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POST: HELP!!! My ex (daughters dad) has served me for an ex parte! He has filed for sol custody/physical custody. I have a court hearing tomorrow and I just want to know what to expect??? HELP!!! My ex (daughters dad) has served me for an ex parte! He has filed for sol custody/physical custody. He's stating on the paperwork that he has served me with that I (mother) is not suitable to take care of my daughter. He is saying that I put her in dirty clothes, small clothes, and that I don't brush her hair. He's saying we don't have anywhere to live, in which we do have somewhere to live. He's stating that someone has told him that I sleep in my car with my daughter and that we are always worried where we are going to sleep. This is UNTRUE! Everything he is stating is a lie! We share 50/50 custody and have been split up for 4 years now. He has never helped me out with money and refuses to pay l child support. I am single full time working mother living in San Diego, CA. If anyone has any advice please help me. I have no idea what to expect when I come into court tomorrow.
RESPONSE A: You need a lawyer. This is not optional. If you can't afford one, sell a kidney if you have to. Not really, but still, you NEED a lawyer. There is alot going on here and you are most likely not going to lose custody just like that, HOWEVER if you do not have a lawyer with you in that courtroom you will most likely have a very bad outcome.
RESPONSE B: Sounds like an emergency petition. Show up with proof of where you live (copy of lease, pictures of her room/area), and if possible rebuttals for each of his attacks. You should also push for child support, no reason not to now that you know he is going to attack you regardless.
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POST: HELP!!! My ex (daughters dad) has served me for an ex parte! He has filed for sol custody/physical custody. I have a court hearing tomorrow and I just want to know what to expect??? HELP!!! My ex (daughters dad) has served me for an ex parte! He has filed for sol custody/physical custody. He's stating on the paperwork that he has served me with that I (mother) is not suitable to take care of my daughter. He is saying that I put her in dirty clothes, small clothes, and that I don't brush her hair. He's saying we don't have anywhere to live, in which we do have somewhere to live. He's stating that someone has told him that I sleep in my car with my daughter and that we are always worried where we are going to sleep. This is UNTRUE! Everything he is stating is a lie! We share 50/50 custody and have been split up for 4 years now. He has never helped me out with money and refuses to pay l child support. I am single full time working mother living in San Diego, CA. If anyone has any advice please help me. I have no idea what to expect when I come into court tomorrow.
RESPONSE A: Sounds like an emergency petition. Show up with proof of where you live (copy of lease, pictures of her room/area), and if possible rebuttals for each of his attacks. You should also push for child support, no reason not to now that you know he is going to attack you regardless.
RESPONSE B: Make sure you have proof of where you're staying and your future plans. Any recent pictures to show how she is dressed & cared for. Edit: digital pictures w/timestamps
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POST: ! He has filed for sol custody/physical custody. He's stating on the paperwork that he has served me with that I (mother) is not suitable to take care of my daughter. He is saying that I put her in dirty clothes, small clothes, and that I don't brush her hair. He's saying we don't have anywhere to live, in which we do have somewhere to live. He's stating that someone has told him that I sleep in my car with my daughter and that we are always worried where we are going to sleep. This is UNTRUE! Everything he is stating is a lie! We share 50/50 custody and have been split up for 4 years now. He has never helped me out with money and refuses to pay l child support. I am single full time working mother living in San Diego, CA. If anyone has any advice please help me. I have no idea what to expect when I come into court tomorrow.
RESPONSE A: You *need a lawyer ASAP* but it sounds like you may not be able to get one before the hearing. Review the paperwork from him and make a numbered list of each reason he uses to claim that you're unsuitable. Then make a list with as much evidence as you can gather for each issue. Is your daughter in school or childcare? Can you get a statement from her teachers or caregivers about her usual appearance and hygiene? What about neighbors? Take pictures of where you are living and provide a lease or statement from whomever you're living with to show that you're providing a stable and safe living environment. Get evidence of any her recent doctor visits to show that she's healthy and you're looking after her health and wellbeing. You may want to get evidence of any of your own recent medical care to show that you're not chemically-dependent or mentally-ill etc. or that you're properly treating it if you are. Is he delinquent on child support? Do you have any records of communication with him about child support?
RESPONSE B: Make sure you have proof of where you're staying and your future plans. Any recent pictures to show how she is dressed & cared for. Edit: digital pictures w/timestamps
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POST: Police showed up to my house and accused me of vandalism Pennsylvania - Yesterday morning the police showed up to my house and accused me of spray painting penises on cars and breaking windows. It wasn’t me however they say someone gave them my name and they say they have someone on camera that looks just like me. He was trying to coerce me into admitting to it the whole time he was talking to me. I did not do this. Officer allegedly had a picture from the security camera with him but wouldn’t show me I have time sheets from work that show I worked the day it happened as well as my phones location services showing I was home whenever the crimes happened. They left my house telling me if I want to be honest to give them a call and they’ll try to “help me out.” I’ve heard police are allowed to say they have evidence they don’t actually have to get you to confess but it truly wasn’t me. Should I be ok? It’s just so unnerving when they tell you they have such hard evidence that it was you when I’m really innocent.
RESPONSE A: You'll never talk yourself out of being arrested, but you can talk yourself *into* being arrested.
RESPONSE B: "No, I did not do this. I have no interest in discussing it further without an attorney." And do not answer any other questions.
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POST: [Florida] My coworker is accusing me of throwing an egg at her car while she was at work. She called the police and she says when they showed er the camera footage the guy who did it looks like me. What do I do? So context, someone threw an egg at my coworker's CE this morning while she was at work. By this morning I mean around 6am according to the camera footage. The guy on footage is wearing a hoodie and has a beard like me but he's far away and that's really all I could make out of his face besides his car color. We've been going trough a rough patch at work (I have issues with her work ethic and her relationship with our manager) so I guess she thinks because of that I went to our job and threw that egg. At that time I was heading to school. I have a class at 7am and the traffic at is horrendous in Miami so I get up a little earlier to get ready and go. I haven't been charged, but should I be worried?
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RESPONSE B: >besides his car color. Is his car the same as yours?
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POST: sure if they could do anything. But I've heard the postal inspector might be able to investigate it? My boyfriend got frustrated and asked the cop if he can just come open his packages and unbox them and the cop threatened to cite him lol. Same cop threatened to cite me a few hours earlier when i was reporting this to him and he wouldn't do anything. I told him be my guest because i know how to plead not guilty. I didn't yell or threaten, just ask questions. His attitude changed a little and he offered to call my landlord (who i told him doesn't even have heat in this house). That was where this was left at last evening.
RESPONSE A: The police aren't legally required to help you. You can talk to the patrolman's supervisor or your local elected officials about the patrolman's demeanor and conduct. You can file a civil complaint against your neighbor with the local magisterial district court for the value of the packages that your neighbor is stealing. You only need proof by the preponderance of the evidence. You also have to actually lose the packages; you can't sue for an unsuccessful attempt to steal. You can file a private criminal complaint against your neighbor with the local magisterial district court for threatening or physically attacking you if the police do not do it themselves. For summary offenses, the complaint does **not** need to be approved by the District Attorney's office. Here is a list of summary offenses in Pennsylvania. You have to file within 30 days of the incident because the statute of limitations for summary offenses is 30 days. Your landlord is required to provide habitable premises. Having heating is necessary for the property to be habitable. You can send a written letter to your landlord informing them that they are in breach of the implied warranty of habitability. You can also file a complaint with the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General if your landlord does not fix the heat here. Finally, you can retain a landlord-tenant attorney to file a lawsuit on your behalf if your landlord doesn't fix the unit.
RESPONSE B: As already stated, the police don't have to take action. You need to get a PO box
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POST: [CA, USA] $750 worth of online purchase was supposed to be delivered with 'Signature Required'. The package was left outside my house without taking signature and stolen. I ordered something online worth $750. The online retailer shipped to my home address with 'Signature Required' delivery. The shipping company's online tracking says that item was delivered and left at my front door but it was not signed by anyone. But I have not seen the item at my front door. Most likely it's been stolen after delivery since items left at my front door is visible and there is some foot traffic. The online retailer says that I take this matter with the shipping company. And if the shipping company do not help, ask for Police help. What is the best method to approach this? I dont know if I should fight this with the online retailer, shipping company or file a police case. Who is responsible for the stolen/lost package?
RESPONSE A: You don't have any relationship with the shipping company, the retailer does. If the retailer won't replace it, file a chargeback with your CC.
RESPONSE B: I am not a lawyer, but simplest solution for you is to file a chargeback because you haven't received what you paid for. It's seller/shipper's responsibility to contact UPS to file a claim.
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POST: [CA] The State of Maryland is trying to get me to pay a toll for my vehicle. The picture they showed me of my car shows it was on an auto transport. The date of the photo is 12/12/2020. It is now 01/31/2022. Can I dispute this? The car they're trying to "fine" wasn't even being driven by anyone, seeing as it was on an auto-transport. Am I obligated to pay?
RESPONSE A: Like others have said just dispute it, should be a pretty easy quick process. I've had to dispute a few and it was always painless and taken care of quickly.
RESPONSE B: The E-ZPass and video tolling system in Maryland has been pretty broken for the last two years. Maryland switched to all video tolling at the start of the pandemic then switched vendors to TransCore last year but have not been able to staff up sufficiently to deal with the backlog and customer service issues. The good news is: you're not alone, Maryland government is painfully aware of the problem, and it'll be obvious that you're not liable for the toll based on the picture when you finally able to talk to someone in an MDOT/E-ZPass office. The bad news is: they've got a backlog spanning (as you're seeing) three calendar years and aren't picking up the phone to help anyone. Worse, since you're not a Maryland resident, local legislators will have no incentive to help you navigate the system so you just need to be as sweet as possible to every customer service rep you talk to and hope they help you out. Good luck!
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POST: Someone created a fake business on yelp with my personal number to harass me. Yelp refuses to remove it I don’t own a business and I have been getting harassing calls for awhile now and I finally found my number on a yelp page with a single bad review of someone who cut ties with me on bad terms. The business does not exist but yelp refuses to remove it. Do I have any legal ground?
RESPONSE A: Simply claim the business (its free to do) which is done via phone verification. Then remove your number and mark the business closed.
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POST: wiping everything after 5pm on Friday and packing up my stuff. Do I need to take any other steps to ensure I can’t be successfully sued?
RESPONSE A: You have two angles to consider. Criminal and Civil. If the equipment is yours **and you can prove that this particular piece of equipment is the one listed in your receipts**, and you remove it at a time when you are still allowed access to the building, then it's not theft, however be prepared for them to report it as such. Consider how will you respond to a police officer who has been told that you stole the server? If you have anything in writing where the company acknowledges that you will be taking the equipment with you when you leave then you'll be in a much better place. From a civil perspective, you are at more risk. The burden of proof is much less, and if the equipment is truly that important to the company then consider the amount of damages that they might claim. They could argue that although the equipment was yours, the data was theirs, and the destruction of the data caused damages. A **written** acknowledgement that they are aware that you are taking the equipment and that you and they agree on the disposition of the data will also put you in a better place here. Finally, consider that $5k of equipment "years ago" is not worth $5k now. IF they refuse to allow you to take the server then you're only going to be entitled to its current value. That may only be $1k, for example. Although taking the equipment and leaving them the data may feel like the morally correct thing to do, consider that the value of the equipment is likely tiny compared to the losses they could claim if you took it. I'm just asking you to consider that your negotiations should focus on reimbursement rather than you taking the equipment. Even if you had to file in small claims, you're fighting over a much smaller number and exposing yourself to much less legal exposure than taking the equipment and risk them suing you.
RESPONSE B: I would create a backup and let your boss know. While the equipment is yours, you used company time to setup the server and store files on it. This is why it’s never good for a manager to let employees buy things essential to their jobs.
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POST: Friday and packing up my stuff. Do I need to take any other steps to ensure I can’t be successfully sued?
RESPONSE A: You have two angles to consider. Criminal and Civil. If the equipment is yours **and you can prove that this particular piece of equipment is the one listed in your receipts**, and you remove it at a time when you are still allowed access to the building, then it's not theft, however be prepared for them to report it as such. Consider how will you respond to a police officer who has been told that you stole the server? If you have anything in writing where the company acknowledges that you will be taking the equipment with you when you leave then you'll be in a much better place. From a civil perspective, you are at more risk. The burden of proof is much less, and if the equipment is truly that important to the company then consider the amount of damages that they might claim. They could argue that although the equipment was yours, the data was theirs, and the destruction of the data caused damages. A **written** acknowledgement that they are aware that you are taking the equipment and that you and they agree on the disposition of the data will also put you in a better place here. Finally, consider that $5k of equipment "years ago" is not worth $5k now. IF they refuse to allow you to take the server then you're only going to be entitled to its current value. That may only be $1k, for example. Although taking the equipment and leaving them the data may feel like the morally correct thing to do, consider that the value of the equipment is likely tiny compared to the losses they could claim if you took it. I'm just asking you to consider that your negotiations should focus on reimbursement rather than you taking the equipment. Even if you had to file in small claims, you're fighting over a much smaller number and exposing yourself to much less legal exposure than taking the equipment and risk them suing you.
RESPONSE B: I would back it up somewhere and wait for them to offer a sum of money for it. Wiping it is overkill and if there is any software you made on company time they may be entitled to it. ​ Also what state ur in can affect the outcome
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POST: up my stuff. Do I need to take any other steps to ensure I can’t be successfully sued?
RESPONSE A: Is there a board you can talk to? This guy is going to tank the company because he has no idea what's walking away with you. It would be best to create duplicates. Do you absolutely need to wipe the equipment at 5pm on January 7? Can you simply disconnect it for now?
RESPONSE B: You have two angles to consider. Criminal and Civil. If the equipment is yours **and you can prove that this particular piece of equipment is the one listed in your receipts**, and you remove it at a time when you are still allowed access to the building, then it's not theft, however be prepared for them to report it as such. Consider how will you respond to a police officer who has been told that you stole the server? If you have anything in writing where the company acknowledges that you will be taking the equipment with you when you leave then you'll be in a much better place. From a civil perspective, you are at more risk. The burden of proof is much less, and if the equipment is truly that important to the company then consider the amount of damages that they might claim. They could argue that although the equipment was yours, the data was theirs, and the destruction of the data caused damages. A **written** acknowledgement that they are aware that you are taking the equipment and that you and they agree on the disposition of the data will also put you in a better place here. Finally, consider that $5k of equipment "years ago" is not worth $5k now. IF they refuse to allow you to take the server then you're only going to be entitled to its current value. That may only be $1k, for example. Although taking the equipment and leaving them the data may feel like the morally correct thing to do, consider that the value of the equipment is likely tiny compared to the losses they could claim if you took it. I'm just asking you to consider that your negotiations should focus on reimbursement rather than you taking the equipment. Even if you had to file in small claims, you're fighting over a much smaller number and exposing yourself to much less legal exposure than taking the equipment and risk them suing you.
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POST: Got Into car accident with a drunk driver,consulted with 3 different lawyers that said nothing can be done. So now I’m $376,725 in debt and counting.summary inside. So this is my first time posting on reddit so please bear with me. The accident occurred in Orlando, Florida on December the 15th 2018. The drunk driver ate a red light while trying to turn left while I was crossing the intersection. Fast forward I gained consciousness and my father was at the scene already (we were out at a restaurant together but in different cars), while I tried to regain composure I thought everything was good, well I was very wrong. I woke up in the hospital 3 days later with an incision from top to bottom of my abdomen, turns out as of result of the accident I ended up with internal bleeding, lacerations to my liver & colon, contusions to my intestines and a collapsed lung. I contacted a lawyer fast forward a month, the lawyer calls me saying that since I didn’t have uninsured motorists insurance and they didn’t have pip there was nothing they could do. Called two more lawyers they said the same exact thing. Now they did have insurance just not personal injury also the driver is not the owner of the car.
RESPONSE A: Please apply for financial assistance at the hospital where you were treated. Do not simply refuse to pay the bill. There are resources to help you if you are truly in need. Also, do you not have health insurance?
RESPONSE B: At 375K this is BK territory for the medical debts. I'd also speak with the prosecutor for the DUI to see if repayment conditions could be considered for the offender.
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POST: Sister being followed by a drone, need advice for documenting and reporting My sister who lives next door to me on shared family property. She has noticed that every morning when she leaves for work a large drone lifts off from near our property line and follows her to work or anywhere else she goes. Her work is 15 or so miles away, ans irs followed her as much as 40 miles once. Others have seen it too, so it's not in her head. It only follows her, not her spouse, our mother nor me and my husband. She's tried looking for apparently that will show any drones flying nearby so she can track it. But all we've found are for tracking your own drones or ones meant for business security. I've suggested she try affixing a trail cam to her vehicle. Any other suggestions on how we can capture evidence of this harassment? She believes a member of the local police may be involved, so she is afraid to report it to them. Who then would we report it to? We are in an unincorporated area, so would state police have jurisdiction? We are in Louisiana. We appreciate any advice you may have ro give.
RESPONSE A: There are very few if any consumer drones that have a range capable of flying 15, much less 40 miles.
RESPONSE B: >She believes a member of the local police may be involved, so she is afraid to report it to them. Why does she believe that?
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POST: Sister being followed by a drone, need advice for documenting and reporting My sister who lives next door to me on shared family property. She has noticed that every morning when she leaves for work a large drone lifts off from near our property line and follows her to work or anywhere else she goes. Her work is 15 or so miles away, ans irs followed her as much as 40 miles once. Others have seen it too, so it's not in her head. It only follows her, not her spouse, our mother nor me and my husband. She's tried looking for apparently that will show any drones flying nearby so she can track it. But all we've found are for tracking your own drones or ones meant for business security. I've suggested she try affixing a trail cam to her vehicle. Any other suggestions on how we can capture evidence of this harassment? She believes a member of the local police may be involved, so she is afraid to report it to them. Who then would we report it to? We are in an unincorporated area, so would state police have jurisdiction? We are in Louisiana. We appreciate any advice you may have ro give.
RESPONSE A: So you can just look out in the morning and see this happening everyday? Has anyone walked over to the take off area before she leaves? Nal
RESPONSE B: There are very few if any consumer drones that have a range capable of flying 15, much less 40 miles.
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POST: Sister being followed by a drone, need advice for documenting and reporting My sister who lives next door to me on shared family property. She has noticed that every morning when she leaves for work a large drone lifts off from near our property line and follows her to work or anywhere else she goes. Her work is 15 or so miles away, ans irs followed her as much as 40 miles once. Others have seen it too, so it's not in her head. It only follows her, not her spouse, our mother nor me and my husband. She's tried looking for apparently that will show any drones flying nearby so she can track it. But all we've found are for tracking your own drones or ones meant for business security. I've suggested she try affixing a trail cam to her vehicle. Any other suggestions on how we can capture evidence of this harassment? She believes a member of the local police may be involved, so she is afraid to report it to them. Who then would we report it to? We are in an unincorporated area, so would state police have jurisdiction? We are in Louisiana. We appreciate any advice you may have ro give.
RESPONSE A: Report it to local law enforcement, should be a sherrif office for your county. Could be stalking if it's a civilian. Maybe law enforcement will admit its there drone.
RESPONSE B: There are very few if any consumer drones that have a range capable of flying 15, much less 40 miles.
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POST: Sister being followed by a drone, need advice for documenting and reporting My sister who lives next door to me on shared family property. She has noticed that every morning when she leaves for work a large drone lifts off from near our property line and follows her to work or anywhere else she goes. Her work is 15 or so miles away, ans irs followed her as much as 40 miles once. Others have seen it too, so it's not in her head. It only follows her, not her spouse, our mother nor me and my husband. She's tried looking for apparently that will show any drones flying nearby so she can track it. But all we've found are for tracking your own drones or ones meant for business security. I've suggested she try affixing a trail cam to her vehicle. Any other suggestions on how we can capture evidence of this harassment? She believes a member of the local police may be involved, so she is afraid to report it to them. Who then would we report it to? We are in an unincorporated area, so would state police have jurisdiction? We are in Louisiana. We appreciate any advice you may have ro give.
RESPONSE A: >She believes a member of the local police may be involved, so she is afraid to report it to them. Why does she believe that?
RESPONSE B: She should have a mechanic put her vehicle on a lift and check for a tracking device.
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POST: Sister being followed by a drone, need advice for documenting and reporting My sister who lives next door to me on shared family property. She has noticed that every morning when she leaves for work a large drone lifts off from near our property line and follows her to work or anywhere else she goes. Her work is 15 or so miles away, ans irs followed her as much as 40 miles once. Others have seen it too, so it's not in her head. It only follows her, not her spouse, our mother nor me and my husband. She's tried looking for apparently that will show any drones flying nearby so she can track it. But all we've found are for tracking your own drones or ones meant for business security. I've suggested she try affixing a trail cam to her vehicle. Any other suggestions on how we can capture evidence of this harassment? She believes a member of the local police may be involved, so she is afraid to report it to them. Who then would we report it to? We are in an unincorporated area, so would state police have jurisdiction? We are in Louisiana. We appreciate any advice you may have ro give.
RESPONSE A: She should have a mechanic put her vehicle on a lift and check for a tracking device.
RESPONSE B: So you can just look out in the morning and see this happening everyday? Has anyone walked over to the take off area before she leaves? Nal
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POST: Company car I was driving was hit by a drunk driver. Insurance fully paid for the car but the company says I still owe them $40,000 [CA] I was on my way home from work in my company car when I was hit almost head on by a drunk driver. He was found at fault by the police and the insurance company and was charged and convicted. His insurance settled with the company and gave them a payout to replace the car, which the company lawyer accepted. I am still off work recovering from my injuries and I probably won't be back for 3 more months. Last month I received a letter from the company stating that I owed them the cost of the car because I was the one responsible for it when it was totaled and written off. I thought it was mistake or something so I called the insurance company, got written confirmation of the settlement and sent it into them with a note that the car had already been paid for by the insurance company. Now they have sent me to a collection agency and I have debt collectors calling saying I owe $40,000. I live in California. Do I call the insurance company to let them know or do I need to get a lawyer? Is them calling the debt collector even legal? Sorry if these questions are stupid, but I am already stressed enough from trying to recover and this has just made it worse.
RESPONSE A: Try making some phone calls to your employer and the insurance company to see if you can get things straightened out quickly. But if you hit a brick wall, it's time to get an attorney involved. Don't let this go too long...
RESPONSE B: If they've already been compensated for the loss of the vehicle through the insurance carrier, they can't double dip and then request that you pay them. Obtain the company's insurance information and call the adjuster to see if you can find out whether the company was paid for the claim connected with your accident. Look at your contract, if you have one. See what it says about vehicles and liability. If this is having a negative impact on your credit rating, call the credit reporting agencies and also send them a letter notifying them of an error in their reporting.
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POST: Company car I was driving was hit by a drunk driver. Insurance fully paid for the car but the company says I still owe them $40,000 [CA] I was on my way home from work in my company car when I was hit almost head on by a drunk driver. He was found at fault by the police and the insurance company and was charged and convicted. His insurance settled with the company and gave them a payout to replace the car, which the company lawyer accepted. I am still off work recovering from my injuries and I probably won't be back for 3 more months. Last month I received a letter from the company stating that I owed them the cost of the car because I was the one responsible for it when it was totaled and written off. I thought it was mistake or something so I called the insurance company, got written confirmation of the settlement and sent it into them with a note that the car had already been paid for by the insurance company. Now they have sent me to a collection agency and I have debt collectors calling saying I owe $40,000. I live in California. Do I call the insurance company to let them know or do I need to get a lawyer? Is them calling the debt collector even legal? Sorry if these questions are stupid, but I am already stressed enough from trying to recover and this has just made it worse.
RESPONSE A: Were you permitted to drive the car at the time of the accident?
RESPONSE B: If they've already been compensated for the loss of the vehicle through the insurance carrier, they can't double dip and then request that you pay them. Obtain the company's insurance information and call the adjuster to see if you can find out whether the company was paid for the claim connected with your accident. Look at your contract, if you have one. See what it says about vehicles and liability. If this is having a negative impact on your credit rating, call the credit reporting agencies and also send them a letter notifying them of an error in their reporting.
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POST: Motorcycle fell off a tow truck, I and 4 others hit, insurance says they're are not liable as driver was off duty while driving company tow truck. Are they're any known exceptions to fight this claim or am I SOL...
RESPONSE A: Were you driving a car when hit? If so, you can claim with your own insurance, and the insurance companies can duke it out amongst themselves.
RESPONSE B: Insurance underwriter here, who writes tow trucks. Depending on the state, they probably need state filings (with the DMV) that would protect you for their liability regardless of whether the actual policy had an exclusion if they were "off duty." Your insurance carrier should help you navigate the issue. Additionally, even if the insurance company says they are not liable, the tow company still could be. You would have to sue them. (Theoretically, this is what your insurance should do)
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POST: Motorcycle fell off a tow truck, I and 4 others hit, insurance says they're are not liable as driver was off duty while driving company tow truck. Are they're any known exceptions to fight this claim or am I SOL...
RESPONSE A: Insurance underwriter here, who writes tow trucks. Depending on the state, they probably need state filings (with the DMV) that would protect you for their liability regardless of whether the actual policy had an exclusion if they were "off duty." Your insurance carrier should help you navigate the issue. Additionally, even if the insurance company says they are not liable, the tow company still could be. You would have to sue them. (Theoretically, this is what your insurance should do)
RESPONSE B: Not a lawyer. Do you have insurance that would cover this? If so, put them to work, this is what you pay them for. If not, if they refuse to compensate, consult an attorney. The attorney can send a letter stating your intention to sue and if you're lucky the responsible party will actually negotiate a settlement. If not, you'll likely be sueing the driver, the tow company, and the insurance company, or some combination as deemed appropriate by your attorney, and have the situation sorted in court.
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POST: Motorcycle fell off a tow truck, I and 4 others hit, insurance says they're are not liable as driver was off duty while driving company tow truck. Are they're any known exceptions to fight this claim or am I SOL...
RESPONSE A: Not a lawyer. Do you have insurance that would cover this? If so, put them to work, this is what you pay them for. If not, if they refuse to compensate, consult an attorney. The attorney can send a letter stating your intention to sue and if you're lucky the responsible party will actually negotiate a settlement. If not, you'll likely be sueing the driver, the tow company, and the insurance company, or some combination as deemed appropriate by your attorney, and have the situation sorted in court.
RESPONSE B: Were you driving a car when hit? If so, you can claim with your own insurance, and the insurance companies can duke it out amongst themselves.
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POST: gery. He wouldn’t go into detail about why he believed this, but I was told that what had initially been a cautionary visit to dissuade me from ‘my actions’ had become an investigation into me possessing forged documents. I compiled, mainly more out of shock than anything else, and went with the officer to the local station. It became apparent very quickly that the officer had no leg to stand on. The first person I spoke to said that everything seemed legitimate, and joked that the officer who had brought me in was somewhat of an ICE-idoliser and was annoyed that the only crimes to happen in the area were petty thefts and the occasional incident of animal rustling. After another interview I was released with all of my documentation, and without any charge. That happened about two weeks ago. My situation now is that it has become apparent that the police officer who I initially met actually lives in my neighborhood. I first realised this when I was outside the front of my house and he was driving up the road. He pulled over, and said that if he was on-duty he’d arrest me for vandalising public property. I said that I was just in my garden, and he replied that I had no proof that I wasn’t standing somewhere else in the neighborhood and being aggressive, and that he could produce witnesses faster than I could even imagine. 4 - 5 more instances like this have occurred if I have been visible to him in the past two weeks. I know that this must be some kind of police harassment, but currently he has not approached me at all while he has been on duty. Am I still able to somehow report this?
RESPONSE A: It doesn't matter that he's not doing this on duty. He's using his authority as a police officer to attempt to fuck with you, and you can absolutely file a formal complaint over that. Since he's already implied that he'd manufacture evidence or lie under oath regarding your activities I'd do so sooner rather than later, and include everything about the document nonsense.
RESPONSE B: Yes. You can file a complaint with his supervisor. If it continues, I'd get a consultation with an attorney.
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POST: forgery. He wouldn’t go into detail about why he believed this, but I was told that what had initially been a cautionary visit to dissuade me from ‘my actions’ had become an investigation into me possessing forged documents. I compiled, mainly more out of shock than anything else, and went with the officer to the local station. It became apparent very quickly that the officer had no leg to stand on. The first person I spoke to said that everything seemed legitimate, and joked that the officer who had brought me in was somewhat of an ICE-idoliser and was annoyed that the only crimes to happen in the area were petty thefts and the occasional incident of animal rustling. After another interview I was released with all of my documentation, and without any charge. That happened about two weeks ago. My situation now is that it has become apparent that the police officer who I initially met actually lives in my neighborhood. I first realised this when I was outside the front of my house and he was driving up the road. He pulled over, and said that if he was on-duty he’d arrest me for vandalising public property. I said that I was just in my garden, and he replied that I had no proof that I wasn’t standing somewhere else in the neighborhood and being aggressive, and that he could produce witnesses faster than I could even imagine. 4 - 5 more instances like this have occurred if I have been visible to him in the past two weeks. I know that this must be some kind of police harassment, but currently he has not approached me at all while he has been on duty. Am I still able to somehow report this?
RESPONSE A: It doesn't matter that he's not doing this on duty. He's using his authority as a police officer to attempt to fuck with you, and you can absolutely file a formal complaint over that. Since he's already implied that he'd manufacture evidence or lie under oath regarding your activities I'd do so sooner rather than later, and include everything about the document nonsense.
RESPONSE B: - Install security cameras. Thatd help provide evidence just in case he actually tries to arrest you using false evidence.
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POST: wouldn’t go into detail about why he believed this, but I was told that what had initially been a cautionary visit to dissuade me from ‘my actions’ had become an investigation into me possessing forged documents. I compiled, mainly more out of shock than anything else, and went with the officer to the local station. It became apparent very quickly that the officer had no leg to stand on. The first person I spoke to said that everything seemed legitimate, and joked that the officer who had brought me in was somewhat of an ICE-idoliser and was annoyed that the only crimes to happen in the area were petty thefts and the occasional incident of animal rustling. After another interview I was released with all of my documentation, and without any charge. That happened about two weeks ago. My situation now is that it has become apparent that the police officer who I initially met actually lives in my neighborhood. I first realised this when I was outside the front of my house and he was driving up the road. He pulled over, and said that if he was on-duty he’d arrest me for vandalising public property. I said that I was just in my garden, and he replied that I had no proof that I wasn’t standing somewhere else in the neighborhood and being aggressive, and that he could produce witnesses faster than I could even imagine. 4 - 5 more instances like this have occurred if I have been visible to him in the past two weeks. I know that this must be some kind of police harassment, but currently he has not approached me at all while he has been on duty. Am I still able to somehow report this?
RESPONSE A: It doesn't matter that he's not doing this on duty. He's using his authority as a police officer to attempt to fuck with you, and you can absolutely file a formal complaint over that. Since he's already implied that he'd manufacture evidence or lie under oath regarding your activities I'd do so sooner rather than later, and include everything about the document nonsense.
RESPONSE B: File a formal complaint with his supervisor to begin. If the harassment continues, it may be in your interest to speak to a civil rights attorney.
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POST: but I was told that what had initially been a cautionary visit to dissuade me from ‘my actions’ had become an investigation into me possessing forged documents. I compiled, mainly more out of shock than anything else, and went with the officer to the local station. It became apparent very quickly that the officer had no leg to stand on. The first person I spoke to said that everything seemed legitimate, and joked that the officer who had brought me in was somewhat of an ICE-idoliser and was annoyed that the only crimes to happen in the area were petty thefts and the occasional incident of animal rustling. After another interview I was released with all of my documentation, and without any charge. That happened about two weeks ago. My situation now is that it has become apparent that the police officer who I initially met actually lives in my neighborhood. I first realised this when I was outside the front of my house and he was driving up the road. He pulled over, and said that if he was on-duty he’d arrest me for vandalising public property. I said that I was just in my garden, and he replied that I had no proof that I wasn’t standing somewhere else in the neighborhood and being aggressive, and that he could produce witnesses faster than I could even imagine. 4 - 5 more instances like this have occurred if I have been visible to him in the past two weeks. I know that this must be some kind of police harassment, but currently he has not approached me at all while he has been on duty. Am I still able to somehow report this?
RESPONSE A: It doesn't matter that he's not doing this on duty. He's using his authority as a police officer to attempt to fuck with you, and you can absolutely file a formal complaint over that. Since he's already implied that he'd manufacture evidence or lie under oath regarding your activities I'd do so sooner rather than later, and include everything about the document nonsense.
RESPONSE B: > being a jobsworth, > didn’t like the cut of my jib. I like you. You can call his station and lodge a compliant and I would advise you do so.
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POST: of the relevant documentation, however almost immediately the officer said that he believed it was a forgery. He wouldn’t go into detail about why he believed this, but I was told that what had initially been a cautionary visit to dissuade me from ‘my actions’ had become an investigation into me possessing forged documents. I compiled, mainly more out of shock than anything else, and went with the officer to the local station. It became apparent very quickly that the officer had no leg to stand on. The first person I spoke to said that everything seemed legitimate, and joked that the officer who had brought me in was somewhat of an ICE-idoliser and was annoyed that the only crimes to happen in the area were petty thefts and the occasional incident of animal rustling. After another interview I was released with all of my documentation, and without any charge. That happened about two weeks ago. My situation now is that it has become apparent that the police officer who I initially met actually lives in my neighborhood. I first realised this when I was outside the front of my house and he was driving up the road. He pulled over, and said that if he was on-duty he’d arrest me for vandalising public property. I said that I was just in my garden, and he replied that I had no proof that I wasn’t standing somewhere else in the neighborhood and being aggressive, and that he could produce witnesses faster than I could even imagine. 4 - 5 more instances like this have occurred if I have been visible to him in the past two weeks. I know that this must be some kind of police harassment, but currently he has not approached me at all while he has been on duty. Am I still able to somehow report this?
RESPONSE A: File a formal complaint with his supervisor to begin. If the harassment continues, it may be in your interest to speak to a civil rights attorney.
RESPONSE B: I believe NC is a one-party state, which means you can record any conversation you're involved in without notifying the other party. Unless I'm mistaken, this means you can use the voice recorder app on your phone the next time this cop or any of your neighbors come around to threaten you.
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POST: s for arresting my friend so I went to confront them and told the cops I was his lawyer and that they were making a huge mistake. When the cop asked for proof I stupidly gave him my law school ID. He threatened to arrest me if I didn't walk away right that moment. I backed down, but I didn't get my ID back. Now I've received a message from my school's dean about the incident. They want to meet with me early next week. What do I need to know in order to protect myself? What kind of things should I be prepared to defend myself with?
RESPONSE A: OP, While this forum has the title "legal advice," most of the people posting here are not lawyers which does not stop them from giving out advice. I am an actual lawyer admitted to practice in New York. First, stop writing about this. Don't post on social media. You have no way of knowing who is reading. Stop talking about it at all. Next, you need legal advice. Maybe your school already has a legal clinic to which you could go but it any case, this calls for professional guidance from an attorney. You need to discuss with an attorney how to best minimize any actions taken by the school. I don't know what you actually told the officer and certainly not what the police told your law school. Much of this will determine what the law school decides to do. If the possibility exists of you being charged with a violation of your school's code of conduct, it is imperative to be represented by an attorney. If you wind up with any kind of law school discipline, even a reprimand, that will come up before the committee on character and fitness when you apply for admission to the bar. How seriously that is taken depends on the state. Finally, get this through your head: **You're not in college any longer!** Good luck!
RESPONSE B: Are you sure you want to be a lawyer? This is an extraordinarily bad way to start a career where a single casual lie will deprive you of your capacity to earn. I'm guessing you may have a loose relationship with ethics. Do you really want to get five years into a career only to have your lack of control result in a forced re-direction?
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POST: bar, someone on the other side of the street started taunting our group. This didn't sit right with one of my close friends and he went to talk with the guy. They ended up getting into a fight in the middle of the street. Cops were nearby and started detaining both of them. In my drunken state, I was really upset at the cops for arresting my friend so I went to confront them and told the cops I was his lawyer and that they were making a huge mistake. When the cop asked for proof I stupidly gave him my law school ID. He threatened to arrest me if I didn't walk away right that moment. I backed down, but I didn't get my ID back. Now I've received a message from my school's dean about the incident. They want to meet with me early next week. What do I need to know in order to protect myself? What kind of things should I be prepared to defend myself with?
RESPONSE A: OP, While this forum has the title "legal advice," most of the people posting here are not lawyers which does not stop them from giving out advice. I am an actual lawyer admitted to practice in New York. First, stop writing about this. Don't post on social media. You have no way of knowing who is reading. Stop talking about it at all. Next, you need legal advice. Maybe your school already has a legal clinic to which you could go but it any case, this calls for professional guidance from an attorney. You need to discuss with an attorney how to best minimize any actions taken by the school. I don't know what you actually told the officer and certainly not what the police told your law school. Much of this will determine what the law school decides to do. If the possibility exists of you being charged with a violation of your school's code of conduct, it is imperative to be represented by an attorney. If you wind up with any kind of law school discipline, even a reprimand, that will come up before the committee on character and fitness when you apply for admission to the bar. How seriously that is taken depends on the state. Finally, get this through your head: **You're not in college any longer!** Good luck!
RESPONSE B: Stop drinking,
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POST: Law school student here. I drunkenly (and stupidly) told cops I was lawyer. Dean's office wants to meet with me. What do I do? I'm a 1L at a law school in Illinois. A couple weeks ago I was out at a bar with a large group of friends. We're still in undergrad mode and partied harder than we probably should have. As we walked to another bar, someone on the other side of the street started taunting our group. This didn't sit right with one of my close friends and he went to talk with the guy. They ended up getting into a fight in the middle of the street. Cops were nearby and started detaining both of them. In my drunken state, I was really upset at the cops for arresting my friend so I went to confront them and told the cops I was his lawyer and that they were making a huge mistake. When the cop asked for proof I stupidly gave him my law school ID. He threatened to arrest me if I didn't walk away right that moment. I backed down, but I didn't get my ID back. Now I've received a message from my school's dean about the incident. They want to meet with me early next week. What do I need to know in order to protect myself? What kind of things should I be prepared to defend myself with?
RESPONSE A: Boy did you screw up
RESPONSE B: If you want to graduate from law school and become admitted to any bar, you need to get a lawyer NOW who does professional responsibility and represents lawyers. Delete this post. Delete everyting you've put on social media about this. Get your friends to shut up. Ask them to take down stuff on social media. Shut up and do what your lawyer says. And if you can't afford a lawyer: you can't NOT afford one right now. Your future as a lawyer is in the balance.
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POST: courts. I haven't attempted to get my daughter yet as I'll need to establish school, etc... but I know I'll run into a hostile situation. I have a meeting with a lawyer next to discuss options but I'm getting anxious and nervous. I just need advice.
RESPONSE A: Virginia recognizes the natural parent's right to legal and physical custody of your daughter. However, Virginia also recognizes step-parent's rights to continue a relationship with your daughter for legitimate reasons, such as believing the child was his and being a large part of her life from birth to current. So you should definitely consult with an attorney. That said, I also encourage you to consider your daughter and how the tug of war will affect her emotionally and mentally, especially after the loss of her mother. She's old enough to have developed a strong bond with her mother, loosing her as she's entering puberty. A time a daughter really needs her mother. She will feel the loss of her mother at every major milestone of her life, for the rest of her life. What she needs are both of her fathers to reassure her of their love and support as she processes through her grief and loss. Stepdad is exhibiting hostility due to his real fears of losing who he believes to be his daughter while grieving the loss of his wife. If your daughter is not in danger (physically, mentally, or emotionally) with the other parent, which would require immediate change in custody,I encourage you to put your daughter's needs first. Ask yourself if you and the other step-parent can find a way to co-parent together for the sake of your daughter for a period of time, or a slow gradual shift towards majority custody and visitation. Yes, you will win in Court, but will you win your daughter's heart if you take her from her other dad, at a time she's already dealing with heartbreaking loss? I wish you all the best on your path to a healthy relationship together.
RESPONSE B: Remember to ask about stopping child support payments if it's deducted from your paycheck. The child is yours. It's sad for the stepfather, but he has no legal relationship with her since you didn't give up your rights.
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POST: know I'll run into a hostile situation. I have a meeting with a lawyer next to discuss options but I'm getting anxious and nervous. I just need advice.
RESPONSE A: Question 1): did Stepdad ever formally adopt your daughter? Or does he have any kind of court ordered guardianship or other custodial rights? Question 2): what state are you in? that could make a difference because some state common laws that have things like "step-parent exceptions" that can give them more rights without any kind of formal court action.
RESPONSE B: Virginia recognizes the natural parent's right to legal and physical custody of your daughter. However, Virginia also recognizes step-parent's rights to continue a relationship with your daughter for legitimate reasons, such as believing the child was his and being a large part of her life from birth to current. So you should definitely consult with an attorney. That said, I also encourage you to consider your daughter and how the tug of war will affect her emotionally and mentally, especially after the loss of her mother. She's old enough to have developed a strong bond with her mother, loosing her as she's entering puberty. A time a daughter really needs her mother. She will feel the loss of her mother at every major milestone of her life, for the rest of her life. What she needs are both of her fathers to reassure her of their love and support as she processes through her grief and loss. Stepdad is exhibiting hostility due to his real fears of losing who he believes to be his daughter while grieving the loss of his wife. If your daughter is not in danger (physically, mentally, or emotionally) with the other parent, which would require immediate change in custody,I encourage you to put your daughter's needs first. Ask yourself if you and the other step-parent can find a way to co-parent together for the sake of your daughter for a period of time, or a slow gradual shift towards majority custody and visitation. Yes, you will win in Court, but will you win your daughter's heart if you take her from her other dad, at a time she's already dealing with heartbreaking loss? I wish you all the best on your path to a healthy relationship together.
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POST: My daughter's mother died this week.... I know as the father, I have full legal custody of my daughter now. Some back info..... In Virginia, my daughter is 11. We have had a custody agreement set for over a decade. I have had my daughter every other weekend and split on holidays for the duration of this decade. The mom and I have split joint legal custody with the mom having primary physical custody (again, me on weekends, holidays, etc.). I have never missed a child support payment and have always been on time. With the mom passing away four days ago, I am now the sole living biological parent. My concern is the step-dad. He's under the impression that he retains full custody and he's hostile to the situation. He's also been in my daughter's life since she was born and thought he was the father for the first year until I pursued a DNA test through the courts. I haven't attempted to get my daughter yet as I'll need to establish school, etc... but I know I'll run into a hostile situation. I have a meeting with a lawyer next to discuss options but I'm getting anxious and nervous. I just need advice.
RESPONSE A: Question 1): did Stepdad ever formally adopt your daughter? Or does he have any kind of court ordered guardianship or other custodial rights? Question 2): what state are you in? that could make a difference because some state common laws that have things like "step-parent exceptions" that can give them more rights without any kind of formal court action.
RESPONSE B: Please follow the advice of the people here who tell you to sit down with the stepdad and decide what's in the best interests of your daughter.Consult a child psychologist or other appropriate mh professional to get unbiased advice.If that means continuing the current visitation schedule and paying child support, then do that. Your explanation for the delay in dealing with this indicates you may be focused on issues(ex: support payments) that shouldnt be the primary factor. It doesnt take that long to arrange for school, etc.
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POST: Mother owned a property in California with two judgement liens. I inherited the property. Do liens ever expire? I've been told it's gaining interest and the lien are now more than the house is worth, what are my options?
RESPONSE A: Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows lien stripping may be an option if you're determined to keep the house and have some debt to discharge. If you're saddled with debt, this may be a good option.
RESPONSE B: Liens do not expire. Unless the estate can pay off those liens through another means (or someone wants to pay out of pocket), most likely you will not be inheriting the house (it will be sold to pay off the liens).
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