Questions answered by Richard C. Southard

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Is it in any way possible for me to get court representation in Pittsburgh, P.A. while I fully remain living and staying in NYC?

Richard's answer | Answered on March 19, 2015

While a judge may excuse your appearance in court, there is no right to be excused, even if you have private counsel. Hire a lawyer where the case...

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Will NYC still reduce a parking ticket if you dispute it online

Richard's answer | Answered on March 19, 2015

It is unlikely that they will reduce or dismiss the ticket.

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A question regarding "conversion". My wife filed a complaint with the Bronx D.A. in Aug., 2014, claiming that I violated an

Richard's answer | Answered on March 19, 2015

Under CPL 30.30 it starts running from the time of arraignment (when you first see the judge). Keep in mind that if your wife signed a domestic...

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How Employee Background check reveals whether I got ACD or not (as part of my dismissed case).

Richard's answer | Answered on March 19, 2015

If your case has already been dismissed, wouldn't you be able to get a certificate of disposition and know for sure what appears on it?

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An order of protection was filed on my behalf. Do I get a copy? How can I appeal it?

Richard's answer | Answered on March 19, 2015

I disagree with the other attorney's response. The order is in effect, as long as it was served on your boyfriend who was ordered to stay away from...

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Should we get a lawyer?

Richard's answer | Answered on March 19, 2015

A bad result in a surgery does not equal malpractice. There are risks inherent in every surgical procedure. Have you spoken with other doctors...

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Violation of restraining order

Richard's answer | Answered on March 19, 2015

Yes. If a judge ordered the woman to stay out of the building, then It doesn't matter that your boyfriend gave permission. She is still violating...

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If I deposit a check that a man gave to me and it was endorsed by him, what happens to me if it was a stolen check?

Richard's answer | Answered on March 19, 2015

You can be arrested, charged with multiple felonies and face potential jail time. The good news is that the State needs to prove that you had an...

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Would a company be guilty of theft (or at least attempted theft) for saying they were going to use a lost gift card (cont'd...)

Richard's answer | Answered on March 18, 2015

Why didn't you simply call the 800 number of the company on the gift card and tell them you found it and either have them reissue a new one or mail...

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I found out the engagement ring I bought is far less valuable than what the jeweler sold it to me for. Can I sue the jeweler?

Richard's answer | Answered on March 18, 2015

It would only be fraud if the jeweler intentionally gave an inflated appraisal. Since you have conflicting appraisals, I would get a third one to...

Richard C. Southard's Answers (12711)

Is it in any way possible for me to get court representation in Pittsburgh, P.A. while I fully remain living and staying in NYC?

Will NYC still reduce a parking ticket if you dispute it online

A question regarding "conversion". My wife filed a complaint with the Bronx D.A. in Aug., 2014, claiming that I violated an

How Employee Background check reveals whether I got ACD or not (as part of my dismissed case).

An order of protection was filed on my behalf. Do I get a copy? How can I appeal it?

Should we get a lawyer?

Violation of restraining order

If I deposit a check that a man gave to me and it was endorsed by him, what happens to me if it was a stolen check?

Would a company be guilty of theft (or at least attempted theft) for saying they were going to use a lost gift card (cont'd...)

I found out the engagement ring I bought is far less valuable than what the jeweler sold it to me for. Can I sue the jeweler?