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These are two parties civil rights issues, my very young son and myself. First he was taken because of my epileptic seizure,
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Answered on September 28, 2015
I agree with Attorney Rafter. I write to add that you might want to know about a case called DeShaney v. Winnebago County, 489 U.S. 189 (1989). ...
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How can statute of limitations (civil / constitutional rights) run if conviction remains in effect?
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Answered on September 28, 2015
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It appears you are seeking habeas corpus relief and are in federal custody, having cited to "2255" which I take to mean 28 U.S.C. section...
What are the pros and cons of having a magistrate judge adjudicate a civil rights (section 1983) lawsuit?
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Answered on September 28, 2015
I agree with Attorneys Qwynn and Marryott. I write to add that when you do not agree to the jurisdiction of the magistrate judge, you gain a...
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Can she sue me for this
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Answered on September 01, 2015
I hope you pay your Aunt the money. If you can't pay up all $80 at once, give her money each week or more often if you can. Each time you pay,...
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Police didn't show warrant til I was detained.
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Answered on September 01, 2015
In short, this sounds like a tough situation to say a constitutional violation occurred. Still, as others have suggested, see a local civil rights...
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How to best expose the lies, corruption, misconduct in local So Ca Sheriff Department?
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Answered on September 01, 2015
Consider contacting a public interest group like the local chapter of the ACLU or perhaps a near-by law school's legal clinic.
When you...
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My landlord sent me a summons for failure to pay 6 months rent. What are my options?
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Answered on September 01, 2015
You have many rights under the lease and state law. Based on what you have written, you should call a local attorney soon who handles...
Does a picked-lock qualify as forced entry? My storage unit got robbed but lock is intact, required lock is easily picked.
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Answered on September 01, 2015
A forced entry does not typically require proof of damage to a point of entry. If you are the victim of a theft, contact the local police and file...
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Why should I not pursue my case because of cost even though my civil rights were clearly violated and had very few doctor visits
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Answered on August 31, 2015
A civil rights claim must be brought against a state actor, or a private actor providing a service typically provided by a state actor.
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Is the landlord responsible for medical bills incurred by new tenant due to asthma attack from cat hair left in carpet?
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Answered on August 31, 2015
To assess your exposure, a local lawyer who practices personal injury claims (if not allergy-related then perhaps something like mold exposure...
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