Questions answered by Okorie Okorocha

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If you have been assigned a public defender that you have no confidence in how do you go about getting a new one assigned.

Okorie's answer | Answered on February 12, 2009

Changing public defenders is really disfavored and judges rarely remove them except for extreme situations. Your feelings alone will probably not...

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Is there enough for a warrent just so i can talk to the dective about someone he thinks I know

Okorie's answer | Answered on February 12, 2009

You should NEVER speak to the police who are investigating you without a lawyer. If you are worried, refuse to answer any questions without a...

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My 17 year old son texted a nude photo of himself to an adult lady. can he be arrested?

Okorie's answer | Answered on February 12, 2009

Well, your son is sending what is child pornography under the law and it is illegal to possess, distribute, etc, so I think he and the adult could...

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Does a insurance company have the right to take any of your medical settlement and pay providers before you receive any?

Okorie's answer | Answered on February 12, 2009

You may have signed liens on your settlement over to the providers to get treatment, which may allow them to be paid first. My standard...

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What do i need to do after file a complaing against a police officer?

Okorie's answer | Answered on February 12, 2009

You need a lawyer if this is making you uncomfortable. I think the internal affairs officer needs to investigate and I am sure you are the one...

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Which law is right?

Okorie's answer | Answered on February 12, 2009

The law of the Jurisdiction that you are in applies. My standard disclaimer: I am not offering legal advice, assume I do not know the law in...

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I was arrested on distrubution of sell of coccaine

Okorie's answer | Answered on February 12, 2009

Get a lawyer immediately. Do not speak to anyone about the case unless it is a lawyer or the lawyer tells you to do so. Discuss your alibi with...

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Can I tell a prospective tenant "I refuse an application based on bank statemnents".

Okorie's answer | Answered on February 12, 2009

If they do not have sufficient income to pay for the necessities of life and rent, I see no reason why not. My standard disclaimer: I am not...

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How long does it take to file a answer for a limited civil lawsuit?

Okorie's answer | Answered on February 12, 2009

I would rather you did not wait and went to an attorney now. I am not even sure this clinic can help you or will not get canceled for some reason....

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Can I file a lawsuit against my previous employer for discrimination?

Okorie's answer | Answered on February 12, 2009

It is illegal discrimination only if it is based on a protected class, protected activity, race, sex, gender, age, religion, disability, etc. My...

Okorie Okorocha's Answers (2744)

If you have been assigned a public defender that you have no confidence in how do you go about getting a new one assigned.

Is there enough for a warrent just so i can talk to the dective about someone he thinks I know

My 17 year old son texted a nude photo of himself to an adult lady. can he be arrested?

Does a insurance company have the right to take any of your medical settlement and pay providers before you receive any?

What do i need to do after file a complaing against a police officer?

Which law is right?

I was arrested on distrubution of sell of coccaine

Can I tell a prospective tenant "I refuse an application based on bank statemnents".

How long does it take to file a answer for a limited civil lawsuit?

Can I file a lawsuit against my previous employer for discrimination?