Questions answered by Kevin Andrew McDowell

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WHAT KIND OF ATTORNEY DO I NEED??: to protect sick/injured animals from an owner who's breaking animal cruelty laws & more??

Kevin's answer | Answered on September 05, 2015

SPCA-LA has officers on staff that investigate cases of alleged animal cruelty. More information is available is available on their website at: ...

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What should be my course of action?

Kevin's answer | Answered on August 03, 2015

No one can reliably predict what is going to happen. At this point, we don't even know whether or not he will make good on his threat to take you...

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Mgmt asking for vehicle registration

Kevin's answer | Answered on July 29, 2015

Can they ask? Sure, they can ask. Whether or not you should provide it depends upon the facts and circumstances. More information is needed for...

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Can my HOA make me get rid of my non aggressive dog for defending herself from an attack by another dog which wasnt on a leash?

Kevin's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

There are a lot of variables to consider here. The authority of the HOA to act depends, at least in part, upon what is written in the CC&R and...

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Question regarding potential animal abuse by veterinarian

Kevin's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

It's very nice that you decided to adopt your pet from a local shelter. It sounds like you were given the run-around and experienced some poor...

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Is oral contract to sell $20,000 boat in Texas legal

Kevin's answer | Answered on July 24, 2015

Let me get this straight, you want to do a $20,000 deal for a boat with no written contract? You ask about any other considerations... yes, I...

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Can an apartment community kick you out due to barking from companion animals?

Kevin's answer | Answered on July 20, 2015

I changed the practice area for your question from "Animal Law" to "Landlord and Tenant" so that the right attorneys will see your question. Also,...

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CLIENT RECEIVED AND INSTALLED $2400 worth of MERCH. in MARCH, THEN FILED A CLAIM WITH HIS CC COMPANY, BANK CHARGED BACK $2400

Kevin's answer | Answered on July 20, 2015

I agree with the response provided by Attorney O'Brien. Note that the credit card company should have a procedure available for you to dispute the...

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Can I beat this ticket?

Kevin's answer | Answered on July 05, 2015

I'm going to limit my response to the latter part of your question regarding the officer being parked in a "No Parking Anytime" lane. Since it...

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In Ca when pulled over by police and cited doesn't there have to be a moving violation on it?

Kevin's answer | Answered on July 03, 2015

There does not have to be a "moving violation" in order for the police to effect a traffic stop; however, there is supposed to be an articulable...

Kevin Andrew McDowell's Answers (112)

WHAT KIND OF ATTORNEY DO I NEED??: to protect sick/injured animals from an owner who's breaking animal cruelty laws & more??

What should be my course of action?

Mgmt asking for vehicle registration

Can my HOA make me get rid of my non aggressive dog for defending herself from an attack by another dog which wasnt on a leash?

Question regarding potential animal abuse by veterinarian

Is oral contract to sell $20,000 boat in Texas legal

Can an apartment community kick you out due to barking from companion animals?

CLIENT RECEIVED AND INSTALLED $2400 worth of MERCH. in MARCH, THEN FILED A CLAIM WITH HIS CC COMPANY, BANK CHARGED BACK $2400

Can I beat this ticket?

In Ca when pulled over by police and cited doesn't there have to be a moving violation on it?