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How can a cell phone company charge taxes at a retail price for a cell phone being sold at a sales price?

It is my understanding that it is not Verizon that is requiring this, but the State of California. The State wants to collect sales taxes, and when a cell phone company offers to give away a new phone it is still asked to collect the sales tax as if the phone had been sold. There is no financial benefit to Verizon -- the money you paid in sales tax goes directly to the State, not to Verizon.

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What is the exact difference between a motion for reconsideration of findings and motion to revise decision?

You need to provide addtional information. What "decision" are you referring to and when was it entered? Was it a "tentative decision"? Was it a "judgment"? Was it entered less than 10 days ago? More than 30 days ago? Also, it is unclear whether the "expenses" refer to costs of litigation or to damages. Litigation practice is very precise, so you need to provide more specific information in order to get a meaningful answer.

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How long does the appeal court judges take to render a judgement on misdemeanor appeal?

While California appellate court try to get cases out within 6-9 months, I agree that it often takes more than a year. At a certain point, the Court of Appeal will advise the parties whether it believes oral argument is necessary and inquire whether either side seeks oral argument. Generally, that notice is not sent until the appellate court has completed its analysis of the briefs and is ready to rule.

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Where do i get the paper work for statutes of limitation in Sacramento California

I don't understand your question...what "paperwork" for statutes of limitation? The statutes of limitation for various causes of action are set forth in various state laws, not in "paperwork". There is not "one" location for those statutes...they are spread out throughout various codes.

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How can I prove at appeal hearing on Tues that it was not misconduct for being tardy.

The only way to prove something is with evidence. That evidence can be your testimony. It can be the testimony of third parties. And it can be documentary. Based on your summary, it appears that you do not have any documents that support your position...so what "proof" do you have her the secretary's mistake? You always have your own testimony, but it sounds as if you signed a warning write-up that is different from what you would testify is true. In other words, you are describing a mess....

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What type of work environment would be considered a hostile work environment

You need to speak with an attorney because your summary must be wildly incomplete. I fail to see what you find "harassing" about someone saying, "I have been with this company for 10 years." And you provide no details as to what complaints were made by the staff. The law does not protect your feelings or promise that you will have fun at work...it protects against a hostile work environment. Because there is clearly more to the story than you have included, I recommend that you contact a...

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What agencies and courts help protected class employees not based on typical discrimination but instead due to action?

Your question cannot be answered on Avvo...there are several state and federal laws that may apply, depending on the specific circumstances of the case. Your summary does not provide sufficient information to provide a meaningful response. If you are presently represented by counsel, your attorney should be able to advise you -- based on the specific circumstances of your case -- which state and/or federal laws map apply. The same is true with respect to whether you must first get permission...

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I cannot afford a lawyer so I am appearing Pro Se. What is the exact procedure to file a reply to a Civil Suit (in United State?

There are different ways of responding to a civil complaint in California, and the "exact procedure" to be followed differs depending on which response is filed. You are allowed to have a third party assist you, but I would be wary of using a paralegal or a layperson. The only people authorized to practice law in the State of California are those attorneys who have been admitted to the State Bar. Paralegals can be quite knowledgeable, but they are not attorneys. I recommend that you contact...

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What does a subpoena returned NS or NF

Generally, NF or NS means "not found" or "not served."

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Can i make a lawsuit against A.C.S?

You have to be more specific. What does ACS stand for? And what type of lawsuit? Breach of contract? Tort? Securities fraud? An attorney needs to know the facts of what happened in order to tell you whether those facts support a lawsuit.

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