Title: How to turn a school prick in for several felonies (major or minor)

Question: [deleted]

Answer:
 Honestly, your best bet is probably to mind your own business.

If you can't do that, you can call the police and report him but there's no guarantee they they'll act on it or that it'll result in anything.Answer #2: Your best bet is to stop being a massive passive aggressive pussy and get some therapy.


Title: TX - 1 year old had surgery on his genitals.

Question:
So simple question. The 1 year old had to have corrective surgery on his penis. Its currently swollen as it is healing. The doctor told us to take a picture of it at the hospital to compare. He said if it gets any bigger than that we need to take him in immediately as it will be a medical emergency.

My question is can this picture somehow get us in trouble for child porn?

Answer: No, non-sexualized nude photos of a child are not child pornography. This is especially true for photos taken for a strictly medical purpose.


Title: i do not want my sisters ex boyfriend to come inside my house for my nephews birthday

Question: my sister use to be in an abusive relationship and she recently just broke up with him and moved into my moms house ( where i also live ) with her two kids, i’m only 18 and she’s in her late 20’s. i’ve pulled a gun on this guy before for beating my sister. he has a tendency to vandalize our property a lot and to kidnap my sisters 2 year old child. she said something about having him come over to his birthday party. my mom is out of town currently so i want to know if i have any say in what happens. i live in a stand your ground law state so if he does anything violent i will not hesitate to put lead in him. the thing is that i do not want it to escalate to that and i told her that i don’t want him over but i doubt she will listen. if he does come is there a way i can tell him to leave even if he does have my sisters consent to be inside the house? and if he doesn’t leave do i call the cops?

Answer:
 If he is her guest (she is allowed to have guests because she lives there) and he is not under any current court orders to stay away from her, then she can allow him over.

You can voice your opinion to your sister, but you cannot legally force him to leave if another resident is allowing him to visit.


Title: I fucked up on Omegle?????

Question: I went on Omegle and jacked it to an underage girl, and I tricked her into stripping. I also showed my face for like two seconds. I showed myself cumming, and she had a disgusted look on her face, and I feel like she recorded the entire thing. I am dead scared. I'm in highs chool and I have my whole future ahead of me. NOOOO pls someone help.

Answer:
 What kind of help do you think we can give you?

Stop jacking off to underage girls.


Title: Can I move out at 17½ if I have somewhere safe to go?

Question:
I live with my parents, and they ride a fine line on the edge of abuse. They do things like push me up against the wall, but they don't actually hit me, they force me to eat burnt food, but they are still feeding me, and they are very controlling. The only places I'm allowed to go are school and home, and when I'm not at school, I'm forced to stay home and never allowed to leave no matter what I want to do. My mother also calls me names, such as idiot, stupid, and so on. She is very lazy, making me do all the house chores, such as sweeping, doing dishes, and even cleaning up her garbage after she throws it onto the floor.

She also controls my social life, forcing me to stay away from certain people, especially if they are female. She once saw me simply walking with a girl, and threatened to homeschool me if she ever saw it again. I am a good student with straight A's, averaging a GPA of 3.7, and plan to be an engineer in the future. I have no intentions of getting into trouble with the law, and I am educated enough to know the risks of getting a girl pregnant, which I have no plans to do either.

My parents also constantly search my possessions to make sure that I'm not hiding anything, and at one point forced me to leave my door open at all times, leaving me with absolutely no privacy.

My situation is extremely stressful. From today, I have exactly six months and one day until I turn eighteen, and I'm not sure if I can take much more of this treatment. My grandparents live about five-hundred feet or so away from my house, but they have told me they are willing to take me in until I can move out on my own. They are financially stable, have a room ready for me to stay in, and are more than able to provide for me.

I have somewhere safe to go, and have a short time until I turn eighteen. judging from my situation, in the state of Kentucky, am I legally allowed to move out of my parents' house?
Topic:
Juvenile and Youth Law

Answer: They don’t have to let you move out. If you’re being abused, call CPS.


Title: If you were looking for a legal expert who has good hearing which profession would you choose?

Question: If you were going to produce an expert in court and needed one whose daily job is to listen to garbled audio to make out conversations, which expert would you choose?

Answer:
 One who can convincingly argue before the court why their interpretation of the audio evidence is more credible than a casual listener's.

This is kind of a non-answer, because you're asking for an extremely niche thing. It's reasonably likely the jury will also be allowed to hear the original audio, and if there's any chance your expert witness' testimony could contaminate the jury's interpretation ([for example](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yanny_or_Laurel)), they'll probably hear the audio _first_. If the audio evidence is so garbled that it needs an expert witness to interpret it, that evidence may be useless.Answer #2: There are people who are specialized expert witnesses in audio forensics, and a search on "audio forensics expert witnesses" will find you a number of them. Processing audio evidence and testifying about it is what they do; whether or not they can provide any real value for a specific case would depend on the evidence though.


Title: Iowa-neighbors and I were parked legally on residential street but cars were towed.

Question:
Myself and four others on my street carpool to work so four of our cars are home during the day. They were all parked on the street, including both my car and my wife's car because she is out of town.

Apparently today around 9 AM (after we were all gone for the day) a semi with a house on it needed to get down our street but required the entire width of the street to do so.  They had a police escort who knocked on doors to get people to move cars.  If they didn't get an answer the cars were towed.

There was no notice that we could not park on our street.  I talked to the cop who was escorting the semi/house and he himself admitted they had no notice until that morning but said they had no choice because they had to get the house off the (much busier) road it was on, which meant getting it down our street one way or another.  So they did not give any notice or put up any advance signs.

In addition, my car was parked very close to my wife's car in front of it.  For some reason rather than towing hers first, the truck towed mine first.  This required them to "drag" my car backwards in order to access the front tires to lift them.  I have not yet gotten a chance to inspect the tires (and have no idea if this could have damaged them, or how much) but there are 30 feet of black streaks on the road so it definitely wasn't pretty.

Meanwhile the tow truck company took the cars to a lot that closed at 5.  Since we all got home around 5:15 to find notices on our doors we could not get our cars that day and are being charged for not only the towing but ALSO overnight storage fees.

This is a huge mess and between my car, my wife's and the four other neighbors who were towed, we are looking at a lot of money being charged to us considering our cars were legally parked and no notice was given.

Is this legal or illegal?  If illegal, what are our chances of successfully fighting it?

Answer:
 Sounds like whoever was moving the house owes you the tow fee, the storage fee, and any damage to the cars.Answer #2: Not legal advice, but this one is very interesting. Op, please keep us updated on this one.
Answer #3: First things first, pay the fee to get your car back. Whatever it is going to cost you, you might be able to claim back. However, if you leave the car in lockup when you could have removed it, a court will say you failed to mitigate those extra damages and that they are on you.

I not sure who would be liable here in all honestly. I'll let someone else ponder on that. Answer #4: Honestly, if what you say is true, you should make a complaint with the police department.Answer #5: Pay the fee, get your car back, and write a letter to whoever was moving the house asking for reimbursement.


Title: CA - Massage parlor - something on the lines of happy ending and scared if i will be arrested

Question: I went for a massage in CA for the first time in my life. Midway through massage, certain conversation regarding sexual topic took place and i agreed on tipping - followed by me seeing her topless and touched parts of her body .. I paid and tipped her with cash and at the end I masturbated without her touching/any favors given to me etc at the parlor. I am scared if I will be arrested. Please provide advice regarding this.

Answer:
 If you were going to be arrested for this, you likely would have been arrested there. Sex workers generally don't keep the kinds of paper trails needed to increase their or their clients' risk of prosecution after the fact, so your biggest risk is a sting while you're there.

Relax. If you're uncomfortable with the risk, just don't do it again. Otherwise, move on with your life. If the police do speak with you, the advice is normal: don't answer anything without an attorney. Don't even confirm the sky is blue.


Title: [Santa Barbara, CA] - Home sale, disclosure of neighbor construction plans that affect ocean view

Question:
Approx 2 years ago, we purchased a house and within the first week of moving in, a neighbor stopped by to let us know he will be pitching his roof. The roof was originally flat and allowed for a substantial ocean view over their house. Now that the roof has been constructed, we lost over 50% of our ocean view.

As I understand, there was never any recourse, and we didn't want to be jerk neighbors, so we never put up any fuss about the construction. However, we have learned that prior to our purchase the home owner doing the construction was required to get signatures of support from neighbors, so we believe the our seller knew about the construction plans and failed to disclose that during the sale.

I believe the neighbor's new roof affects the value of our property negatively, so do we have any recourse due to the failure to disclose knowledge that could affect the value of the property?

Thank you,
Ben

Answer: You'd want to go get consultation from your local real estate attorney as that is detail specific. You want to get a hold of your realtor as this is one of their jobs to handle instances like this.


Title: My game publisher is holding my game hostage

Question:
I have a card game that was backed on Kickstarter a couple years ago. My publisher has given me a list of reasons why the game keeps getting delayed, and keeps making change demands long after the game was supposed to be released (last December). After I declined his most recent demand because the text he wanted to add literally won't fit on the cards, he wrote back

"If we’re on a tight time crunch in your eyes I’m willing to overlook this if you’re willing to commit to the expansion"

Is this any different from saying that he will continue to delay the production unless I commit to working with him? Is this legal? What are my options here? Please help, this has been driving me insane for years now.

Answer:
 You need to specify which State you either reside in or in which State the agreement/contract has jurisdiction. Also, it is very difficult to say whether this is legal or not because it depends on the contractual language.

Is it fair?  Probably not, but your legal recourse is dependent upon the above. Answer #2: What does your contract say? This is likely far beyond reddits ability in terms of complexity Answer #3: Your options are listed in your contact.


Title: Passporte advice. I made a stupid thing.

Question:
I'm on holiday and I have 2 visas. The visas are inside the passport, with one empty page between. Untill now, I had to show the first Visa on the airport. Still in country 1 right now. They used the page between the Visas to make the stamps of country 1. So right next to the Visa 1. the problem is Visa 2: I made 2 stamps as a souvenir of a famous place next to Visa 2(the tourist center advertised to do that, but maybe I chose a bad page). So the stamps I'd get on the next airport have no 'space' anymore next to visa 2 or are maybe invalid. Do I have a problem? How do I solve it? Thank you very much for the help. Sorry for English mistakes.

Edit: i think this is an international matter, but I am going to Viet Nam

Answer: This shouldn't be a problem, they'll probably just stamp a different page.


Title: Illinois statutory rape question.

Question:
My son is a senior in high school, 17 years old and will be 18 in June.

His girlfriend is a freshman, 15 years old. Actually, she's rather new on the scene, not even sure if it's his gf.

I'm leery about this girl - for some reason.  Mother's intuition, I'm thinking.  But haven't said a WORD.

Don't know much about her, but she is, let's say... star struck by him.  Very big high school, he's a 4 year lettering athlete, very smart and has a bright future ahead. Responsible and mature. (Very much unlike his older brother.)

He's had a few girlfriends in HS that lasted a year or so....but they were his age. And I liked all of them, but never got too involved.  I'm not one of those helicopter moms who gets all wrapped up in my either of my son's relationships.   Only weigh in, when asked - and discussed safe sex, etc.

So tonight, I'm cleaning house and doing laundry.....I go downstairs to find them lying cuddled up in his bed watching a movie.  Of course I told them it's inappropriate and they needed to be in a common area and they moved to the downstairs living room.   She never even looked at me. Guessing she was embarrassed.

Then I started thinking - damn he's 17 and she's a few years younger.  If/when they break  up - she could be upset and discuss sex with someone and he could be accused of statutory rape bc of the age difference.  Or let's say her parents find out their daughter is having sex with an older guy.

What's the deal on this?

Answer:
 Age of consent in Illinois is 17, and there is no romeo and juliet exception. Under no circumstances should he engage in sexual activities with her. He needs a girlfriend his age or older. Answer #2: Well, we just had a very HEATED discussion, but I got my point across loud and clear.

I remember when 2 of my nephews were in high school - it was pretty much a sure bet that they had a future in the NBA. (Which did happen).  But the girls in high school in college and as they entered the NBA - were out of control.

My son will have his success in the military ranks - but I'll be damned if he's going to be saddled with some kind of bullshit like this.

Had a few shots of gin and let him have the cold hard facts loud and clear.

He's not happy with his hard lined Mama Bear - but, he'll get over it.

Edited to say: God I love Reddit. Thanks everyone.


Title: Need advice

Question: Hello, I am 14 yo guy. Live in Latvia. I am learning in 8 class (sorry if bad english, i am learning it). And I like one girl in my class. BUT I am cant communicate with 90% of humans of the earth normally (especially with her). One day I invited her to cinema. I got good seats for WATCHING THE FILM. She said "sure". So we went to cinema. We met and i gave her the ticket. Then there was uncomfortable silence. I felt very uncomfortable. After cinema we drived by bus to she's home and then we said " Bye" and i went home. Next morning i texted her "Hi" and waited for the answer. When she typed "Hi" I pressed enter(I pre-writed the message). The message was(i will try to translate): "Maybe I wll make a big mistake, but its time to put all the cards on the table. I cant just normally communicate with most of people, especially with you, because... ehm... i like you! It is like this about 3 years." She typed:" Awwww, it is so cute!" And finally the question!!! What does it mean(like she likes me, hates, or doesnt give a shit or etc.)???? Thanks for all answers!

Answer:
 I would suggest you ask this question in r/relationships.

Currently you're in r/legaladvice. While you got "advice" correctly, the word "legal" is talking about the legal system: laws and what people are allowed to do without getting in trouble with the police.Answer #2: This is my new favorite post on this sub.

Ask her out dude, you've got nothing to lose!


Title: My husband took my kids from me. Colorado worried step mom

Question:
Hello,

I've been common law and raising 3 kids with my husband James.
James was arrested for DV, Criminal Mischief, Harassment, and child neglect in August. The following day he was released with a PO protecting me and the youngest child, an infant. A lot has happened since. I was able to get the PO modified to contact in public places and over the phone. James has been all over the place, one day is I miss and want us to be a family, to you are living at my house driving my car.
Sunday he took the toddlers (my step kids) to spend time with them. When I came to pick them up he sent me a text saying no need to come, he decided to care for them.
After that, he has not talked to me at all.
I'm worried about the kids well-being.
The 2 toddlers are my stepchildren , in the only mother they have known. They have zero contact with biological mother, she has zero rights.
I don't know what do to? I don't know how to properly ask about the kids whereabouts being neutral and objective. I don't know how to communicate in writing and have evidence that I tried. I'm afraid he'll say he never got my texts.
Also, James pretrial is next week.
When he was arrested, he told me police he was protecting me. He is twisting things around a lot.
He wants the charges dropped and even told me it's ok for me to lie cause nothing will happen to me, "you are not being judged, I am."

Topic:
Custody Divorce and Family

Answer:
 If you are concerned about the kids then you can call CPS.Answer #2: > it's ok for me to lie cause nothing will happen to me

Don't lie under oath. Just don't.Answer #3: It would be worth your contacting the [National Domestic Violence and Abuse Hotline](https://www.thehotline.org/) at that site or at 1-800-799-7233.  You're dealing with an abusive partner and the communication is messing with you further; they can likely point you to resources to help you with the kids and advise whether keeping the communication open for them is worth the damage it's doing to you.

You haven't mentioned who does legally have custody of the stepchildren, but I'm guessing you don't; if so, he wouldn't be legally obliged to communicate with you about them or let you see them.  You could seek an emergency custody order, especially given the child neglect charge; that's going to go better if you get a lawyer, so I'd consider that.

And it sounds like James made his bed, so let him lie in it.


Title: My Adoptive Mom Is Withholding My Birth Certificate

Question: I am a 19 year old girl adopted from Ukraine in 2008 in Indiana and moved to Georgia. I moved out of my adoptive parent's house five months ago. My mother is withholding my vital records and demanded four thousand dollars if I wanted my birth certificate. I have talked to my school counselor and a lawyer about my problem but only got an unofficial printed out copy of my birth certificate. Can this be used for obtaining my drivers license, college loans, or anything else I'll need in life? If not, how can I obtain official documentation?

Answer:
 >My mother is withholding my vital records and demanded four thousand dollars

What a horrible person! Don't give her a dime

Go back to your school counselor and tell them you want to start documenting that you are [independant for the purposes of filing the FAFSA](https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/sites/default/files/fafsa-dependency.pdf).

This "parent's tax info" requirement goes on until you are 24, so you have to work hard to get around it.

Any documented CPS reports, police reports or restraining orders will help with this.  Statements from family, neighbors and school officials will help.

>If you have no contact with your parents and don’t know
where they live, you should discuss your situation with
the financial aid office at the college or career school you
plan to attend. The financial aid administrator will help
you figure out what to do next

It might not work for 2017, but you may get lucky for 2018.Answer #2: The instructions for how to get a new certified birth certificate from the Ukrainian embassy are here: http://www.ukrconsul.org/consular/english/civildocs_en.htmlAnswer #3: I think it was finalized in Indiana but I have no idea if they moved it back to GA!! I've been trying to find a Ukrainian embassy here in America but I just have no idea where to look anymore!!


Title: {texas} Do lawyers have to recuse themselves if there is a conflict of interest?

Question:
I am the victim in a case and I just realized that the law firm hired to defend my attacker has an associate who has represented me in the past in a completely unrelated manner. The attorney is not listed as the lead on the case, but I know that doesn't necessarily mean this individual isn't involved in the case.  I am not sure if this is something I need to notify the D.A. of or if this can/will affect the case at all

thanks in advance for the advice

Answer: You can notify the DA.  And you probably should, just to get everything on the record.  It's likely that this isn't an actual conflict, but it's generally better to front these things.


Title: Hit by a car

Question:
I live in Arizona, and I was hit by a car while riding my bicycle. I was in the crosswalk and had the right of way. I remember briefly checking behind me before going as I’ve had close calls before, but I don’t remember the actual accident.

Witnesses said she hit my bike and that flung me to the ground. I believe that as my only injuries seem to have come from hitting the road.

I believe the police officer gave her a citation, and then he gave us both copies of the report and each other’s information. The officer said it was up to me if I want to do anything and suggested that I request that she pay for my medical bills (went to the ER with a moderate concussion and received 10 staples in my head).

The man that discharged me at the hospital also recommended that I send the bill to her insurance company as plans have a $10,000 medical deductible.

Now, after recounting it to my mom’s boyfriend, he thinks that this will be a civil action lawsuit. I had not even considered that, and the thought of it stresses me out given my current bill of health.

Any advice would be much appreciated in terms of this and a potential lawsuit. It’s all very new to me and I don’t want to take this girl to court, accidents happen, but I also don’t feel like I should be paying for my ER bill when she was the one that hit me. She said she saw me down the road too but didn’t think to look before turning. Unfortunately, I don’t have that on record but I do have a witness that also heard that.

TLDR: I got hit by a car and want the person to pay my medical bills. How do I do that?

Answer:
 Figure out your costs, which should include at least the medical costs you spent (including future visits and medication), whatever it takes to get your bicycle back on the road (or replaced), and any missed work or similar compensable damages.  You can also think about pain & suffering, depending on.

Write it all up, and then contact her and let her know that you would like her to pay for these expenses.

If she is unwilling to deal with you, you may need to escalate to a lawyer, but since lawyers usually take 20-30% of the settlement amount it's generally worthwhile to try directly first.


Title: [US-MI] I am creating a job application for my business but I'm unsure of what I can ask on a job application. The requirements for some positions are specific and important.

Question:
I've been doing some research into what I can and cannot ask on a job application. I genuinely don't want to discriminate, but the position I need to hire for is unique.

1. Cannot ask about criminal history - My business is a security alarm company. You HAVE to pass a criminal background check, be registered with the state of Michigan, and have your fingerprints put on file. Can I ask something general like, "Do you consent to a criminal background check?"
2. Cannot ask about disabilities or medical conditions - Being a technician requires you to carry, lift, climb, hang, bend, exert force, and stand for long periods of time. Since I cannot ask about specific conditions, can I list the physical requirements and then ask something like, "Can you be expected to to carry out the duties of this position?"

Answer:
 NAL

Where I live you're permitted to say:
1. As a requirement for this job, the successful candidate will be expected to pass a criminal record check before beginning employment. Do you understand this?
2. The requirements for the job are xyz. Do you expect to be able to carry out these duties? Answer #2: Can you require applicants pass a physical after being offered the job and before they start working?


Title: Landlord just sprayed RoundUp all over the house and in the lawn.

Question: From my understanding there was a big case where they determined this was a cancer causing agent and needed to be pulled from the shelves. She showed up at 7 am this morning and sprayed it all over the yard and house. Can she do this without informing me?

Answer:
 The EPA has evaluated Roundup and found that it does not cause cancer.

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One jury in CA has found otherwise.  That jury's decision is being appealed.

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No reasonable person would look at this legal situation and conclude that Roundup / glyphosate is a dangerous chemical in the eyes of the courts.

Your landlord is within her rights to use Roundup and other common garden chemicals on her lawn and garden.Answer #2: All over the house? It's still legal to use as a herbicide, and I imagine your lease says something about maintaining the lawn.Answer #3: Nothing wrong with Roundup. They sell hundreds of thousands of bottles a day at virtually every store that has a lawn and garden place.

Nothing illegal happened here.Answer #4: Don’t trust any case regarding chemicals coming out of California, everything causes cancer there.


Title: [SC] Doctor prescribed birth control that caused friend to bleed uncontrollably for a month, now she might be infertile- malpractice suit possible?

Question: [deleted]

Answer:
 Medical malpractice is very fact specific and it is unfortunately beyond the scope of this subreddit. It is highly recommended to speak with a medical malpractice attorney; your state's bar may be able to refer you to one. They typically work on contingency, meaning there is little up front cost to you. Similarly, consultations are typically free. It wouldn't hurt to meet with one, have them look over your info, and go from there.

*I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/legaladvice) if you have any questions or concerns.*Answer #2: By itself, no it isn't.

You have to show more than a mistake, even if this was a mistake, or a poor outcome -- you have to show no reasonable doctor would have acted as this doctor acted.

She would also have to show why she waited a month to seek help for "uncontrollable bleeding."


Title: My guidance counselor is threatening to sabotage my college apps. What can I do to prevent this?

Question:
My guidance counselor is refusing to upload required the documents (transcripts ec) to my common app and is saying that she will not write a positive  recommendation and will dissuade colleges who contact her about me fromaccepting me unless I allow her to read my essay. I refuse to do this. I wrote my essay on a very personal topic that she and noone else in my school is aware of. (I was in an extremly abusive home. When I escaped the home i transfered schools and the adminstration at my new school dont know anytbing about my past)
I explained that i wrote about a personal topic and that i wouldnt be ok with her reading it. But she is addament and is insisting that I show her. I wrote a fake essay in an attempt to pacify her but i think she knows its fake b/c the one i showed her is not about anything extremely personal. Now she is demanding i  submitt my applications with her and allow her to review my app right before i submitt it.  I told her that i perfer to submitt on my own and she went right back to threats to sabotage me.

Idk what the fuck her issue is. I get that she is my guidence counselor hut does this means she has a right to have this much control over my college apps? I worked on my reall essay with my sister who is the only person irl i feel comfortable enough to let read it. My sister is an excellent writer and was able to proofread it and such so i know it is really really good. I explained this to her and she replied with a voice full of distaste that 'colleges aren't going to call your sister if they have questions about you, they are gonna call me. When they do ill tell tgem to try to contact ur sister'

Im so so so freaked out. Idk what to do. My sister wants to have some words with her but i dont want to aggrivate my counselor. There is also no way in helmim going to let her read my essay. She is already very unprofessional and likes to gossip. I know that if she reads it she will blab to everyone and prob reference it in frount of my whole class (she has done this to other kids)

I also know that if she doesn't get her way she *will* make good on her threats to sandbag my applications.

What can i do?

I'm in MA and attend a boston public school if that matters

Answer: Talk to the principal. This counselor has no right to hold up your applications and shouldn't be doing anything but uploading your transcripts as required.Answer #2: Talk with the Principal and ask if you could be switched to a different counselor.


Title: Don't want to have my boyfriend convicted of domestic battery. What do I do?

Question:
So my boyfriend and I got into an verbal fight. We both calmed a bit but I still wasnt ready to talk again just yet. So when we crossed paths again, I tried to just pass him by without saying a word when he said that he was wanting to talk.

Long story short, he grabbed my arms, my anxiety went into overload, I tried to kick him and we fell to the ground and he wouldnt let go of me because he was trying to calm me down. He did not hit me in any way, nor did he threaten me. However, since I have panic disorder, I flipped the fuck out and tried to get away. I put my hand in the knife drawer, he tried to get my hand out of there, and one of the knives cut me pretty good. Lots of blood. I was crying and ran out the front door and ran for some time. He was following me to see if I was okay because he had seen that I was cut and was concerned.

He called my mom 3 times, and his once, but they didnt pick up. He collapsed on the ground behind me and since my adrenaline was trying to leave my system, I went to help him get up. I walked back to the house and he was far behind me because he couldnt catch his breath. I cleaned out my wound and when he walked in the door he was already on the phone with 911. He said that he felt that I needed to feel safe because I clearly did not during this whole thing. He called the cops on himself so I could feel better.

In my state there is automatic charges filed against him even though I didn't want to charge him with anything. They took him to jail and the day after I bailed him out. He still has a court date, but Im not sure what all I can do to make it more likely the case will be dropped. Can I get some advise here?

TL;DR: Got into fight with bf, he didn't intentionally hurt me, calles the cops on himself and I don't want him convicted.

Answer: So many things wrong with this story. You need help.


Title: (CA) Breaking 1 year lease after 10 months, misled about lease term.

Question:
My landlord is giving me a hard time about leaving a lease after 10 months.

The initial advertisement listed the lease as "flexible", and we agreed on rent. Then, 10 days before occupancy, I submitted a deposit. I know this is a mistake, but I hadn't actually seen the lease at this point. Finally, I arrived to sign the lease and get the keys 2 days before occupancy, and it was a year long non-flexible lease. Feeling trapped by the time restraint (and by the fact that he already had my deposit), I told him when I signed it that it was likely that I would be trying to get my own place before the end of the lease, and he said it was fine. I know his word means nothing, and he has just "reminded" me that I am on the hook for 2 months' rent. I feel like I was misled, and I'm wondering if I have any recourse, other than his legal obligation to try to re-rent the property.

Edit: Also, I haven't seen evidence of an actual advertisement for the property - can I put it online myself?

Answer: Just FYI: Most people would assume the word "flexible" in the context of leases on a rental advertisement would mean the landlord is open to a 3 month lease, a 6 month lease, a 12 month lease, or whatever. However, once you signed the fixed term lease for however long it is, you're bound to that term. If you wanted a 10 month lease you could have asked for one before you signed a lease, but you didn't.


Title: Reddit literally just saved my life from CO poisoning.

Question: [removed]

Answer:
 And this is why I love this sub.

Sure 90% of it is people looking to see if a clerical error invalidated a ticket, or why their drunk SO shouldn't be arrested after smacking them into the wall, or why the bouncer and night club should pay millions because OP had a bruise on their arm after being ejected, or endless landlord-tenant disputes.

But every now and then you get the sense that this sub actually truly helps somebody. This post. The times a DV victim is guided to resources to help her flee her abuser, the minimum wage employees being empowered to stop the illegal wage deductions or seizing of the tips or what-have-you.

Glad you're OK OP! And thanks for letting us know.


Title: [Hypothetical] If I were to order a large number of food at a fast food restaraunt, and leave without paying or taking my food, what happens to me? Am I just a dickhead or am I a criminal?

Answer:
 This would be jurisdiction specific, I’m going to use CA just because I know it.

It’s most likely a crime if you can demonstrate intent. You could argue basic theft because you are depriving the restaurant of the food (they can’t sell it to someone else after it’s been prepared) and you’re stealing the services of the employees.

You might also run afoul of defrauding an innkeeper laws, I’d need to look up the elements to be sure.

Also, you’d be a dickhead. Don’t be a dickhead.


Title: (NH) I have to appear in court for “inhaling toxic vapors for effect“

Question:
My court date is next Monday. What should I expect?

Will I be found guilty? Will I be asked about the event?

Will this impact job prospects?
Topic:
Drug Possession

Answer: Is this your first appearance?


Title: [washington state US] family medical records got mixed up and caused kidney failure

Question: So my mom has battled with 3 types of cancer and now is battling kidney failure. To start out we moved from Florida to washington state in which to a degree she was seeing a doctor in Florida at the Florida cancer center which she was refered to. A year past and we moved to washington state where she started to have UTI and went to see a doctor in which where she noticed that her medical recorders where wrong and that the records from her time at Florida cancer center were misdignoised as well the rest she had were the wrong test. We know this because the doctor before who properly diagnosed her kept very strick records and we have all the coppies of said records from that time. Anyway the recorders after Florida cancer center said that her high blood pressure as well markers for her kidney where normal which we found out was not the case when we talk to a nerpholigous here in Seattle. Sorry for the choppyness I'm on my phone and as of right now I do not have access to my pc. I just want to know is there anything we can do, who to talk to, since the mix up of my mom's medical records did cause her to go into kidney failure and be misdignoised. Thank you!

Answer: Medical malpractice is very fact specific and it is unfortunately beyond the scope of this subreddit. It is highly recommended to speak with a medical malpractice attorney; your state's bar may be able to refer you to one. They typically work on contingency, meaning there is little up front cost to you. Similarly, consultations are typically free. It wouldn't hurt to meet with one, have them look over your info, and go from there.


Title: Statutory rape in arizona, questions on the victim pressing charges with malicious/vindictive intent?

Question:
Long story short, I'm dealing with the mother of my child, and her boyfriend. I have tried contacting her to see my son, and she blocks me, and it's gone on for months now. Her boyfriend has been threatening me physically on facebook, harassing me, saying he knows where I work (and providing the address) and that's he's going to hurt me, etc. I pay him no mind, because he's acting like a child. He did, however, get my gears moving, when he threatened to file against me for statutory rape.

The incident occurred when the mother of my child was 17, and I was 18, I believe. I am 11 months older than her. It occured in 2009. At the time I lived with her parents, and I continued to do so for a year, and we got an apartment. We broke up sometime in 2012. We spoke on and off. The idea was never mentioned up until today. Just curious if this can be pursued. He has been threatening me with it.

Answer:
 you did not commit SR, mother was older than 15. Pay no attention to these idle threats and take note that *he doesn't file charges*, the county DA will. It is easy to tell the someone is ignorant on legal matters if they way they will file charges on you.

You need to get a family law attorney to start proceedings for a custody agreement between your ex and yourself. Ignore the boyfriend for now, DO NOT TAKE HIS BAIT and say dumb things or make threats that could be used against you. Inform your lawyer of his remarks to see if any of them would be relevant for your case. In the mean time, your child's mother is perfectly within her rights to deny you access to your child until a court orders her otherwise.

Not going to jail, Higher a family law attorney and get this sorted out in court


Title: Driving in possession?

Question: I'm going to a big multiple day concert soon, and I was curious to know if this is illegal. So I am driving with a bunch of friends carpooling with me in my truck to this concert, but some of them are over 21 and will probably be bringing a lot of alcohol. Am I legally allowed to drive in WA with unopened alcohol containers in my truck bed and someone over 21 in the car to claim it as theirs? Or do I have to be with a parent/legal guardian for that to work? Thanks

Answer:
 Constructive possession is not really that easy to prove, and it isn't as simple as "its in your car, it belongs to you," not by a long shot.

Here is how I suggest doing this:  Get your friends cooler who wants alcohol, load it with alcohol.  Put it in the bed of your truck, and have your friend put a lock on it and lock it up, and have them keep the key, and label the cooler as their property.  There pretty much is no way they can construe constructive possession to include you having dominion and control over the contents of your friends cooler which you don't even have a key to, which is labeled as belonging to them, even if it is in your car.

If cops ask, the cooler is your friends, and it is.

Answer #2: This gets into a legal idea called *constructive possession*.

Basically, if an item you are prohibited from having is found in your car, ownership can be legally attributed to you, even if another person in the car claims it as their own.  For example, if the cops find one person with a joint in a car, everybody in that car legally possesses that joint and can be prosecuted for possession.

As it applies to your situation, since you are a minor, if alcohol was found in your car, then you would be deemed to posses it and would be therefore a "minor in possession" or whatever the language is in WA.


Title: WA- A stranger use other's identification card as a pledge borrowed me $500. How could I get my money back?

Question:
I met a people in Seattle yesterday. He doesn't looks like a jerk. He said he forgot his wallet. But he need to ferry his car to Brainbridge Island. He also told me some story about why he have to do this. I think he maybe a fraud, so I asked him leave some pledge. He gives me a ID card and said it's him. So I withdraw $500 from ATM and lent him the money. And he promises give my money back 2 hours later. And leave me his phone number.

After I back home I check the ID card and I begin to believe that the people on it isn't him. And he also doesn't reply me that night.

I know this is a civil case. So I think I may couldn't get my money back. But I still want to have a try.

Now, I believe that the camera on ATM has recorded his face. I also have his phone number(He still use this phone number. Today he replied me once after I text him and told him that I will call police).

But I'm not sure how could I get one's ID by a phone number in a civil case. I also don't know if I can copy the video record by ATM camera. I also don't have any thing could prove that I've give him $500.

If I could identify him, I think I just need to text him I will sue him and get my money back before we really go to court.

Wish someone could give me some advice.

Answer:
 WTF?!?

It costs like $22.50 to take the ferry to Bainbridge. Why did you loan him $500?

Sounds like you got scammed. I can't help but picture one of the shady characters that hangs out at the ferry terminal in Seattle targeting you and concocting this plot to scam you.

If you ever figure out who this guy is, you can sue him for the money. Chances are, however, he has nothing worth suing for. You're probably better off chalking this up to an expensive lesson. Don't be so naive in the future.


Title: [TX] I work in IT and the company I work for is being sued. I was contacted by the attorneys who filed the suit.

Question: The company I work for is being sued by some investors. I was contacted by the attorney who filed the suit asking me if I could get them some information. They go on to say they will subpoena me if required. I do have knowledge of what they are asking for. What should I do here? Do I give them what they are asking for, ignore them until I receive a subpoena or should I inform my employer?

Answer:
 Tell your employer. Give nothing to the other attorney without explicit direction from your employer.Answer #2: You should go straight to your employer.  Do not talk to the other party's attorney.

Answer #3: Also, don't delete anything the other lawyers say they're interested in.  This includes automatic deletions that may be scheduled.  Get guidance from your company lawyers before doing anything like that.Answer #4: Don't talk to the other attorney beyond "let me run this by legal."  This includes if you actually get a subpoena.

Then you run it by your company's attorneys.

If your company does not have any attorneys handling the case, quit **immediately** and find a new job.


Title: [USA - UT] Got tricked into helping someone commit EBT fraud

Question:
A lady approached my wife and I at Walmart and said she had a $300 gift card she didn't want but that she desperately needed cash, and that she'd use it to pay for $100 of our groceries in exchange for $100 cashback. Afterwards, when we checked the receipt to make sure she didn't somehow pull a fast one on us, we realized she had actually used her EBT and was committing SNAP fraud. We immediately returned to the store and let the employees know what had happened.

We're going to call the number listed [here.](http://www.fns.usda.gov/fraud/how-can-i-report-snap-fraud) Will we be considered to have broken the law?
Topic:
Criminal Law

Answer: Yes, you may have broken the law, but since it was one time and you were duped the chance of prosecution is low. You may want to just let this one go. General legal advice is to never admit to a crime.


Title: My boyfriend lost his job because someone else relapsed on heroin.

Question: [deleted]

Answer:
 > all of his other coworkers claimed that my boyfriend is the one who supplied it to him

Why would they claim that?

Not legally relevant. I'm just curious.Answer #2: As an addict who hid my addiction very well. Are you sure your boyfriend is clean.


Title: NJ repo company tresspassing during the middle of the night, on my property looking for my friends car.

Question: My friend used me as a reference when he financed a car in MD, he defaulted on the loan and is hiding the car I assume. I've lost contact with my friend but a repo company keeps leaving final notice warnings on my door in the middle of the night.  I don't feel very safe having a stranger on my property after dark lurking with my family inside.  I've called the number they left and explained everything to them but they keep coming to my house. I live in hunterdon country NJ.

Answer: They are not trespassing. It has been proven in court that a repo tow employee can go onto your private property and attempt to recover the vehicle. They're putting a notice on your door, that's hardly "lurking".


Title: [Los Angeles, CA] Responsible party of a near hit and run accident taking me to small claims court for medical expenses

Question:
This accident occurred exactly 2 years ago. I was backing out of my driveway when the other party hit the rear passenger side of my vehicle, spinning my car ~90 degrees in the middle of the street. It was apparent (even by looking at the damage to my vehicle) that he was speeding close to 40mph rather than the residential limit of 25mph.

He did not stop and attempted to drive away, I chased his car nearly 2 blocks before he decided to stop and declare that he wasn’t trying to hit and run. We exchanged information and here’s the interesting part.

	•	The guy was not legally allowed to drive as he only had a state-issued identification card.
	•	He was not listed in the vehicle’s insurance, rather it was his “sister’s” vehicle.
	•	Our insurance companies declared that he was the party at fault.

Now, I took photos of his ID (which clearly states it is not a driver’s license), his insurance card, the other party, as well as the location at which I was able to stop him to exchange the information.

Fast forward 2 years, I get a notice to appear in small claims court because he’s seeking $10,000 in medical expenses and pain/suffering. He supposedly has one eye witness to the incident, which I know is a neighbor of ours that lives across the street with a grudge against my family.

In light of the evidence above, does this guy really stand a chance in small claims?

Answer:
 Did you notify your insurance company? This is why you have insurance.Answer #2: Contact your insurance and let them handle this.

As a side note unless you are leaving something out: the accident was your fault even without the witness and using your own testimony.  An estimation of ~15mph over the limit does not make it his fault.  The fact your insurance declared you not at fault has very little bearing on the actual fault.

Either way, it doesn't matter since your insurance will cover it/represent you.


Title: [FL] my wife and son were injured in an Uber that stopped short, no seatbelt, son on wife's lap

Question: Do we have any claim here? No paperwork was completed, it happened in close proximity to our house so wife just came back home after. Thanks in advance. Any other info I'll be happy to add.

Answer: The car didn't have seatbelts of your wife made the decision not to use them? Have they received medical attention?Answer #2: Why weren't they buckled in? What were their injuries?  They may have a claim, but Uber's insurance will probably be able to argue that their injuries would not be as severe if they were buckled inAnswer #3: Bear in mind that if you sue, while the driver may be liable under Florida law, there is a substantial risk someone (either the people you are suing or someone from the court) will report your wife to CPS - she is the child's parent and was the one who could be argued to be guilty of child endangerment.  It's not an either/or proposition - the driver can be guilty of a criminal offence and she can also be at risk of being investigated as an unfit parent.Answer #4: In Florida, your contributory negligence would reduce any award you won from legal action. It's no stretch to suggest that a reasonable person wouldn't have staked their kid's safety on their ability to suddenly hold, without crushing it, a kid whose equivalent mass had just tripled. Knowing this, I'd expect Uber's insurance company to either fight you, or offer you some pittance. Ask, but be ready for disappointment.


Title: [Texas] How to get my ex (not on lease, doesn't pay rent) out of my house.

Question:
Hi.

I live in Texas. My ex and I have been living together for about a year and a half, we moved into this new house in April. We broke up about two months ago because he couldn't keep a job and refused to help around the house and I just couldn't do it anymore. Now I need to get him out. He has flat out told me that he refuses to leave, and I am not sure what recourse I have.

The lease is in my name alone, the only thing in his name is the electricity, which he has never paid.

1. Is it legal for me to pack up all of his things and put them on the front porch and change the locks? This seems to be the quickest way to get him out but I'm not sure of the legality of it.

2. From what the police told me last night, unless he actually physically hurts me, they can't do anything and I will have to go through a formal eviction process. This could take up to 30 days. How would I do that?

3. If I talk to the landlord, can he make my ex leave any faster than I could, or would it be the same process, just having to deal with getting the landlord involved? I would rather not do that unless it would significantly speed up the process.

Thank you in advance.

Answer:
 > Is it legal for me to pack up all of his things and put them on the front porch and change the locks?

No.

> From what the police told me last night, unless he actually physically hurts me, they can't do anything and I will have to go through a formal eviction process. This could take up to 30 days. How would I do that?

You give him a written notice to move, allowing him one month as required by Texas law and specifying the date on which his tenancy will end. If he refuses to leave after that month, your recourse would be to file for an eviction in court.

> If I talk to the landlord, can he make my ex leave any faster than I could, or would it be the same process, just having to deal with getting the landlord involved? I would rather not do that unless it would significantly speed up the process.

No. It sounds like he is your subtenant, so you are, technically, his landlord. Either way though, the same process needs to be followed.Answer #2: > This could take up to 30 days. H

It could take a lot longer than that. You have to give him 30 days to get out *then* you can go to court to begin the eviction process. But the clock doesn't start ticking until you give him notice to vacate.


Title: How does one give someone to the DEA to avoid a sentence?

Question: My prosecuting attorney said they don't care and doesn't want to do anymore paperwork on my case.

Answer: The prosecuting attorney is the only one that can cut you a deal. If he or she isn't willing to do it, you're done. Answer #2: If they're not coming to you about a deal or wanting something, then they probably _don't_ care.


Title: [Florida] HOA sent cease & desist notice by email, is this legal?

Question:
Good morning,

Is it legal for an HOA here in Florida to send a homeowner a notice of violation along with cease and desist demand by email, or are they required to send this by letter or registered/certified mail? I've had violation notices sent to me in the past for tons of petty issues, such as lawn overgrown, sidewalk needs cleaning, patio furniture not beige, white, or green, but those were always sent by mail and usually worded with some sort of fair timeframe to resolve the issue.

As of yesterday however, I have an HOA who took it upon themselves to simply send me a short and stern email asking for me to stop my tenants from behaving badly, and that the issue had to be resolved immediately. I fully intend to have the issue resolved, but I am looking for them to send a notice by letter so that I can buy a few more days time to make things right. I'm not sure what Florida law dictates in this type of situation and am not sure how panicked I should be right now. The email was copied between the two board directors, the property manager, and myself. No lawyers or anyone else were part of the notice.

thanks

Answer:
 Do the covenants or association documents talk about notices by email?

It’s perfectly legal to send a notice by email. The legal effect of that notice may be limited in some circumstances. Though a cease and desist is a stop it or else construct. It is likely required by the covenants but perhaps not by statute. Answer #2: It's a cease and desist letter. Legally it has the weight of saying "hey stop that." As such there's little real requirement for how it must be delivered, as it has little bearing.

The CCRs of the HOA will dictate how notices and fines must be given.


Title: [Wisconsin] When I was 17 I used an exploit I found to steal Bitcoin. I stole 2500 BTC from someone and I returned 2400. Will I go to jail if I try to cash out?

Question: He said I could keep the rest. He just wanted me to show him how I did it and I did things I shouldn't have. However, I returned what he asked and now I have 100 BTC. I trade with it and I invest. Will I get in trouble if I try to cash out the funds?

Answer: It's generally not theft (or unauthorized access to a computer system) if you have permission, and it sounds like you had permission and stuck to the limits of that permission. You should be fine. However, I would keep whatever records and correspondence you have showing that you had the previous holder's permission, just in case.


Title: [NH] I was pulled over and given a COMPLAINT. Unsure of what to do.

Question:
I was driving on a highway that has a speed limit of 65 Mph. I usually speed but this day was driving quickly. I see what looks like a cop car ahead and slow down far enough ahead that by the time I pass by him, I'm well below the speed limit.

Surprisingly, I see his lights fire up and he pulls me over. He just asked for my license and registration and asked how fast I was going. I told him I thought I was going 75 mph, he told me an aerial vehicle had clocked my car at going 87 mph.

I know I was going fast and if the thing says I was going 87, I probably was; however, I'm confused as to if there's a difference between a Complaint and a regular ticket. The fine for this is pretty huge so if there's anything I can do, I'd like to explore the option.

The ticket says I do not have to come to court and that I can just pay the fine. It gives me the option to either plea Not Guilty, Guilty, or Nolo Contendere.

Answer: [Complaint just seems like the term used in New Hampshire.](https://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/financial-responsibility/online-ticket-payment/sample-ticket.htm) Some states call it a summons, NH calls it a complaint.


Title: Kansas - Friend sued for $29K plus costs for selling a faulty printer.

Question:
[First Post](https://www.reddit.com/r/legaladvice/comments/2uaeng/kansas_friend_sued_for_29k_plus_costs_for_selling/)

I have a bit of an update. Amazon legal sent the girl a letter about her intentions WRT the lawsuit. She's indicated that it will be dropped and my friend should receive notice of this shortly. He doesn't know what was in the letter. I asked if he could get a copy for me to redact and post here. Amazon sent her a bill for the Geeksquad visit and the new ink tanks. I related what many of you said and asked if he will be filing complaints. He has no intention to....he just wants the lawsuit to go away. I'll keep trying to talk him to into filing complaints but doubt he will.

This should be an expensive lesson for her although, as a couple of others have indicated, she probably just thinks Geeksquad fixed the printer. Between whatever it cost for her to file the lawsuit, have my friend tracked down and served (He was served at a restaurant), Geeksquad's fee, cost of the wrong ink tanks she bought (3 of them), plus the cost of the correct ink tanks (3 of them), she's probably out several hundred dollars. She only paid $30, plus shipping, for the printer she bought from my friend. For what she's spent on this stupid lawsuit she probably could have bought at least 5 new printers, ~$60, and saved herself a lot of time and embarrassment.

Answer:
 Please say your friend reported her frivolous lawsuit to her law school and the ethics committee. Someone like this shouldn't be an attorney.Answer #2: Thanks for the update!!

Your friend just wants to make sure the lawsuit really is dismissed before the return date, otherwise he still does need to appear in person.  He does not want to just rely upon her saying that she intends to dismiss the suit.  Answer #3: As soon as I read the title I got excited hoping it was the ~~bitch~~ jerk in law school suing for tuition.

Thanks for the update!!

>He has no intention to

Please please please ask him to reconsider.  Coming from someone in law school . . . many law students are bad enough.  Students like this woman will turn out to be lawyers.  If she is this bad as a student, imagine how bad she will be with a law license.

I'm not familiar with the process of filing a complaint about a law student,  but I do not think it will be that labor intensive or a hassle for your friend.  I would assume it is just as easy as the process he went through with amazon . . . perhaps even simpler.

Again, thank you for the update!Answer #4: If he doesn't receive notice that the lawsuit is dropped *please* make sure he's prepared and ready to go to court.


Title: If a hospital gives you too much benzodiazepines are you just as liable for your actions?

Question:
If a hospital administers too much benzodiazepines to the point where you've blacked out are you still just as liable for your actions (smacking a doctor for trying to give you a needle because you're trypanophobic, yelling a slur at another patient, etc) or could you argue that whatever crime you commited wouldn't have happened if the hospital administered the correct dose?

This is just a hypothetical so just assume I'm located where you are

Answer: Obviously things like this differ from situation to situation, but broadly no - if someone else drugged you to the point of not being able to understand your own actions, you're usually not liable for anything that you did.  Especially in a situation like you describe, where you're still in the hospital and your "crimes" are minor infractions (if a crime at all).Answer #2: IANAL. Most major crimes require [mens rea](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mens_rea), meaning you have to have some intent to be culpable. If you didn't administer the drugs yourself or have the intent to commit the crime, that would IMO be a reasonable defense to crimes like that, though it would vary based on the specific facts of the case.


Title: MI-Cohabitating with landlord with abusive boyfriend

Question: I am currently living in Michigan with my landlord who is also a friend. Unfortunately, she has an abusive boyfriend who she keeps going back to. Every once in a while, she gets into a screaming match with him and she tells him over and over to get out, which he ignores. He also has recently been physically abusive with her. I've been tempted to call the police then because he technically is trespassing according to my understanding. However, I'm concerned about any blowback from her. Our lease says she can end it at any time with 45 days notice, is there any way she'd be able to kick me out immediately or no? Also, do I have the right to kick him out/tell the police he is trespassing because I don't want him there since he is creating a hostile living situation? Thank you for any advice.

Answer: She would need to give you 45 days to end the lease. No, you cannot kick her boyfriend out.


Title: Had a bad date and now the state police are calling me

Question: [deleted]

Answer: Seek attorney. Persevere all texts. While you can speak with the police if you wish, no one will advise you to do this without consulting an attorney first. That said you should discuss this case with no other people and never contact her again. Answer #2: Don't talk to the cops, get an attorney, and never talk/text her again


Title: Housing Company caused me and my mother to be homeless.

Question:
A few months ago a low income housing company contacted my mother and I (she's disabled and i'm her caregiver) offering us housing. This would have saved us around 600 a month which would have given us a lot of breathing room. We were of course interested and went through the motions with them. She told us we were good to go and that all we had to do now was find someone to take over our lease since we were only half way into the year. We contacted our landlord and told them what was going on, they were sad to hear we were leaving but understood and found someone to sub. After they had found somene to sub we contacted the company to get everything moving, they had already given us a move in date and address and we'd seen the apartment at this point. The next day she called and told us she had run our backgrounds and credit again and we had been denied. She was very apologetic and kept saying she wishes she didn't run it a second time and didn't know why she thought she should have done it twice but now we're out a home and had to be out in days, no money for storage at this time, we already have a storage we owe on. We ended up having to give up almost everything, could only fit what we can keep in the van. Over the next week phone call after phone call trying to get this sorted they ended up "approving" us multiple times saying we're good to go but then calling back saying nevermind we found something wrong. They kept getting me confused with a deceased man with the same name, denied me for a debt I share with my mother from a previous apartment but "approved" my mother. It seemed like every time we were good to go they found a reason to deny us. We later found out from a different representative that the original woman we spoke with was fired for this mishap, we contacted higher ups and keep finding someone higher. Eventually the person who claimed to be the highest up told us this was a mistake and it shouldn't have happened, he was sorry and they solved the problem by firing the first rep we spoke with but had no intention of doing anything to help us out of this situation. We were denied for multiple reasons but the only thing they would speak to us about was paying off a "debt" to an old apartment tha we don't owe. It had already been settled that we don't owe anything but they refused to listen and would not proceed any further until we sign a payment plan for the previous debt(that we should not have). This "Debt" wasn't even on our credit report until the day after they had "denied" us for the 3rd time. We've contacted a lawyer and they're looking it over but i'm not really sure what we should expect.

So far we're confused as to why they would approve and deny us so many times, why they would run our backgrounds and credit so many times, why they would fire a woman for a mistake but act like it's not really their problem? We were fine in our old apartment, paycheck to paycheck but living. Now we're in our van and it's unlikely we'll get in another apartment any time soon because we have a prior eviction, we felt incredibly lucky to get the one we were staying in.

If anyone can tell me what I should expect or have any advice for how I should prepare and proceed i'd appreciate any advice.

There may be a bit of information left out, very tired and about to go to sleep. if anyone has questions i'll answer them as best I can. Sorry if this isn't very well written or formatted, typing this at midnight on my laptop off walmart wifi.

Edit: Forgot to mention we're in Wisconsin.

Answer:
 I'm not a lawyer, but this seems very suspicious. I'm glad you called a lawyer in to look stuff over though. It's interesting to me this place wanted you to sign a payment plan (with who? Them? Why would they be the one to handle your debt for you?) on something that magically popped up after them telling you. Don't pay them a cent until you find out what's *really* going on.Answer #2: Are you sure this was not a debt collector trying to obtain money? It sounds highly suspicious. I would contact the State of Wisconsin Attorney General and describe what happened. Start with a phone call and follow up with an email. Be very specific, even creating a timeline; perhaps by date versus a wall of text. Include all the names and contact information from this "company" that enticed you to move.Answer #3: Is the previous debt that appeared after they denied you a legitimate debt that you knew about before, but had paid off, or a new debt that does not seem related to any you knew about? Answer #4: was the debt money owed to any form of HUD funded housing (Projects or Section 8 or other income based HUD program)

if you owe money to any HUD program you cannot get assistance from that or any other HUD program until it was paid offAnswer #5: You should also check your credit report on Credit Karma or something. Running multiple background checks can have a negative effect on your credit. If you have a prior debt, then this can lower your score even further.


Title: Sold a house buyers calling wanting items removed

Question: [deleted]

Answer: You cannot just leave your trash in their home. They didn't buy your trash


Question: Is bookmarking porn legal in the United States? What happens if it turned out illegal and you didn't know and Pornhub deleted it?

Answer:
 >Is bookmarking porn legal in the United States?

.... yes?  Of course it is.

>What happens if it turned out illegal and you didn't know and Pornhub deleted it?

Then your bookmark would stop working.Answer #2: Please calm down. Taking a look at your post history you seem to be overthinking such a simple thing. Bookmarking porn is legal, you wouldn't even know if it's illegal content seeing as massive sites like the one you mentioned don't display removal reasons if they take down content.

...

Doesn't PH have age verification in place now for posters?Answer #3: Talk to a therapist.

This isn't illegal and isn't a legal issue at all.


Title: Can my fiance transport a bottle of alcohol I opened if it's duct taped?

Question: I forgot a bottle of alcohol I had drank out of at his house. In our state, Michigan, there are laws against open containers. Would duct taping it shut and leaving it in the trunk be a way he could legally transport it?

Answer: Laws very by state, but generally, open but in the trunk is fine.  As long as the driver has no access to it.


Title: Could I face legal trouble for naming a videogame something like "Johnny Caribbean"?

Question: My business is located in Ontario, Canada. Assuming the game is about pirates. If there is no other connection to Disney/Johnny Depp/Pirates of the Caribbean besides the pirate theme, could this be trademark infringement?

Answer:
 Can't help with Canadian law, but I can tell you as a consumer that if I saw that, I would assume you didn't have an original idea in your head, laugh, and buy something else.Answer #2: The question in a trademark infringement case is whether there is a "likelihood of confusion." Here are [some factors](http://www3.ce9.uscourts.gov/jury-instructions/node/244) courts consider. If you're intending to confuse people into thinking they're getting an authentic Pirates game, then that would be a serious strike against you.

You should consult with a copyright/ trademark lawyer if you're serious about bringing the game to market. Answer #3: IANAL but I'm a video games developer. I'd honestly stay away from any names that veer too close to existing copyright. I work for a company that makes a certain type of game but we can't actually state the game type in our titles because it's a copyrighted phrase. It's honestly better safe than sorry


Title: Head injury at a bars golf tournament.

Question:
Nevada, United States.
I have a friend who went to a bars drink and golf tournament. He signed a waiver for the fold tournament saying he could not sue them if anything happened, but was drunk while signing. While riding on the back of a cart, the cart driver made a sharp turn knocking my friend off of the cart and he hit his head on a sidewalk. He was concussed and not awake. They got an ambulance for him and he came to in the ambulance on the way to the hospital. He went to the hospital and was released, he had a brain injury. He felt dizzy a couple weeks later while at work, went to the hospital again and had bleeding in his head. He does not know if he should have been released from the hospital the first time, it sounds like he should not have. He does not have health insurance and this happened at a paid event sponsored by a bar. He was not driving the golf cart that he was exited from and has about 100,000$ in medical bills now from the ambulance ride and two hospital stays. The bars website has a picture of him at the event with alcohol being poured into his mouth straight from a liquor bottle. Do you have any legal advice that could possibly help? Can the bar, the driver, or even the first hospital that released him with a bleeding brain be at all at fault here? Thanks in advance.

Answer: Your friend needs to retain a high quality personal injury attorney. Potentially any and all of those could be held at fault. The only move now is PI attorney.


Title: Is there black letter law saying that the IRS has to act under statuatory authority?

Question: In other words, is there law directing what the IRS can do and doesn't just let it do whatever it wants.  I mean what is the specific law.

Answer:
 Yes
Start here

[https://www.irs.gov/privacy-disclosure/tax-code-regulations-and-official-guidance](https://www.irs.gov/privacy-disclosure/tax-code-regulations-and-official-guidance)


Title: Will I get in trouble for permanently removing an audio from a video I've taken to use it as evidence? (FL)

Question:
I had an argument with my roommate about 30 minutes ago and it got heated, she suddenly got up, walked to my room and destroyed all my stuff. She pushed the TV down leading to a shattered screen, and thrown my iPad and MacBook really hard on the walls which, of course, has destroyed it. I didn't interfere while she was doing this and just took my phone out of my pants and recorded her. The thing is, I live in a 2 party consent state, and the video has audio. She doesn't know I recorded her doing so and she told me that she'll deny that she did any of that. The video clearly shows otherwise.

Can I remove the audio using an app from the AppStore and then just export it and use it as evidence? .. If not then what the hell do I do now?

Answer: You call the police number one. Screw what she denies, no one is going to believe you did that. You say she doesn't know but didn't she see you doing it?


Title: Am I required to show a police officer my ID if asked while I’m on my own property?

Question: This happened to me a few years back. I was at my parents house on the front steps facing the street in NY. I was probably 20ft-30ft from the sidewalk when a cop pulled up and demanded my ID. I provided it of course, but this has always left me with a bad taste in my mouth. So could I have declined to show him my ID and told him to kick rocks (ever so politely of course)?

Answer:
 That depends on the situation. If he had reasonable suspicion to believe that you had committed or were committing a crime, he has the lawful right to order you to ID yourself.Answer #2: No.

Also, you aren't required to show an officer your ID if you are not on your own property in NY.Answer #3: If an officer has reasonable suspicion that you were involved in a crime, you can be required to identify yourself and refusal to do so can result in your arrest. Citizens are required to comply with any lawful orders a police officer gives them.


Title: Am I in possession of child porn?

Question:
I want to know if can I be charged with possession of CP for following circumstances.

**A little background story**

I am a 20 year old dude. My girlfriend is an 18 year old girl. We have been in love since I am 16, and she is 14.

1. I still have my dick pics and her boob pics when we were younger. Will that make me a CP possessor?

2. If we broke up, will having her naked pics when she was a minor make me a CP possessor? Can I keep these pictures?

3. If we start dating again after we broke up, will the possession of these pictures make me a CP possessor?

Answer:
 >I still have my dick pics and her boob pics when we were younger. Will that make me a CP possessor?

yes

>If we broke up, will having her naked pics when she was a minor make me a CP possessor?

yes

>Can I keep these pictures?

not legally

>If we start dating again after we broke up, will the possession of these pictures make me a CP possessor?

yesAnswer #2: If you're in the US, then both of you are in possession of child porn if you have those pictures.  It doesn't matter if you are together or not.  It doesn't matter whether the pictures are of you or her.


Title: Stealing a house in Nebraska?

Question:
Hello LA!  I'm posting this on behalf of a good friend of mine, we'll call her Sarah, because I refuse to believe they have no recourse in this particular situation.  Here's the scoop:

We live in Omaha.  Sarah's mother, let's call her Nancy, lives in a house paid for in full by her father (my friend's grandfather).  The house was paid off many years ago when Nancy was divorcing Sarah's father, maybe 20 years ago?  Not sure if that's even relevant, but I want to present all the facts that I know.  Nancy's father recently passed away, so they are in the process of transferring the house to Nancy's name.  During this process apparently the semi-annual property taxes weren't paid on time bc Nancy didn't know that her father paid them twice per year.  Earlier this week a sheriff showed up to serve them papers because some company, idk their name, apparently paid the taxes and are seizing ownership of their house?

AFAIK the taxes weren't incredibly delinquent, and they have now been paid by Nancy, but apparently this company paid the bill first.

Is this actually a thing that can happen?  If you're 5 minutes late paying property tax, someone else can just pay it and now they own your house?  What can my friend do so they don't become homeless?  Obvs I told them to get a fucking lawyer IMMEDIATELY, which they are doing.  I wanted to ask you all in the meantime.  Please advise!  Thank you all in advance!!
Topic:
Real Estate law

Answer:
 Yes.  Tax sales can happen.  They don't happen in 5 minutes, and they don't happen without several notices.

So *something* in your story is missing.  Either Sarah's family failed to address taxes over a period of time and through a series of notices, or the papers are off, incomplete, or there is something more about them than that which we know.

Sara's family should immediately take the papers to an attorney to explain the situation and her options.  Answer #2: you might have two years to pay the property tax before the title is transferred to the buyer's name.

[https://clerk.dc4dc.com/tax-foreclosure-33/tax-foreclosure-definition](https://clerk.dc4dc.com/tax-foreclosure-33/tax-foreclosure-definition)

From what I understand a person buys the property by paying the sales tax.  Then there is a period of time where the original owner can pay off the amount and any interest during that time is paid by to the buyer.  If that amount is never paid then the buyer has the opportunity to transfer the title in his/her name.


Title: A disabled widow is Falsely accused of not cleaning up after support animals. Eviction is threatened.

Question: [removed]

Answer:
 Are there any outdoor cameras? That'll help. You can also take videos of yourself every single time you walk them showing the lengths you go to.

You should contact adult protective services as well, as a disabled woman you'll likely qualify for some supports and they may even be able to help you find a better apartment that more suits your needs.

Good luck!


Title: Son has "no right" to view Mom's will (California)

Question:
Situation is this: my Mom died about 9 months ago in California, I live in Michigan. Stepdad is the executor. Stepdad has routinely denied giving me a copy of the will or explaining in depth what it contained. He has stated that since none of her assets need to go through probate, he won't be filing the will and therefore the will is not "public" and that I have no right to view it.

This sounds a bit off. Do I have any way to acquire a copy? My current plan is to call every estate planning attorney near the area my Mom lived and try to find the one who drew up the will. I have checked the country courthouse records online to verify that no will was filed.

Edit: more accurate date of death.

Answer: You're better off just hiring a probate attorney. Answer #2: You're only entitled to view it if you're a beneficiary.  If you believe you are, I'd suggest a probate attorney to help you with thisAnswer #3: You have no right to view a will that you are not mentioned on. The executor has a legal obligation to notify those who are in the will. Answer #4: Why wouldn't it go through probate? I know almost nothing about wills but that seems a bit fishy?


Title: Ex took out a no contact order and posted extremely damaging lies about me on her blog. I was never served papers. Could I get away with snail-mailing her a fake take down notice from a fake lawyer? (WA)

Question:
I received a temporary restraining order and notice of a hearing for a regular no contact order, but there was no requirement for me to be at the hearing. Perhaps, since I haven't been served papers, it would be legal for me to do this?  I simply can't afford a lawyer.

This woman is completely out of my life, and I have no interest in communicating with her except for this one thing.

Answer:
 What do you mean 'haven't been served papers'?  Do you think a guy with a briefcase has to accost you on the street and say "you've been served" for your TRO to be in effect?

If you send your anonymous letter and get found out, it'll be a violation of the TRO.


Title: Police took wallet and ID during search warrant

Question: Police took my wallet and ID during search warrant. They haven’t pressed charges but they still haven’t returned my items.. Can police legally confiscate drivers license without pressing criminal charges? If not how do I get my ID back?

Answer:
 Call them and ask. If they were seized as evidence while executing a warrant you’re probably not getting them back. Sometimes guys just forget to return things, too. I can’t tell you how many DL’s I had to mail back to people.

They also should have left you a receipt listing everything seized. Is your stuff on it?


Title: [Southern California] Father was informed that he was in a hit and run, but he doesn't remember

Question:
Good morning legal team,

I'm researching this issue online, but wanted to poke your brains about this.

My dad informed me yesterday that AAA Insurance reached out to him regarding a hit-and-run.  Apparently, on July 28th (almost 2 weeks ago), he hit someone and didn't pull over.  At least that's what the insurance company said.  And they're now asking for our insurance information.

My dad says he doesn't remember hitting anyone.  I checked his car and there's no visible dents or damage.  It's possible that someone else was the culprit, but a witness thought it was my dad's car and got his license plate info.

So what should we do at this point?  Wouldn't my dad have been contacted by law enforcement since hit and runs are a misdemeanor?  Is it safe just to give them our insurance policy info?  How do we go about proving my dad was or wasn't at fault?  Anything we should proactively do in response?

Thanks in advance for any help!

Answer:
 > Is it safe just to give them our insurance policy info?

Insurance professional here.

Yes, your insurance's #1 duty is to defend your father. They will ask him for a statement, and all he has to do is tell them he doesn't remember hitting anyone. In word vs word situations, unless there is third party proof (police report, credible witnesses, cameras), your insurance will protect him and deny the claimant. Let them do their job.

You don't prove the negative, they have to prove that it was your father who hit their vehicle.Answer #2: Start with asking AAA for proof/more information.


Title: Liability for paternity fraud as biological father

Question:
So, long story short I know I fathered a child with a married woman. He looks just like me and her and her husband were using condoms while we were having unprotected sex. She joked about it too.

They divorced a few years later but the lack of physical resemblance ate away at the guy and for the past few years he has been paying my kids upkeep.

So, can he sue me? Am I on the hook for anything other than future child support payments?

I live in Cali, mom and kid live in MA. What would the situation be if this had occured in Cali? This may not be an isolated thing.

Answer:
 No he cannot sue you for child support. He was legally the father based on marriage.

Yes you can end up paying child support once paternity is all  figured out.


Title: [Ontario, Canada] Neighbours cut down trees on our property. What can I do?

Question:
We recently have had new neighbours that moved in next door. Let’s say they are not the nicest people. At all. They have a very odd property where the have about 6 feet of land between us and our other neighbour. They have cut down 2 very large trees that were clearly on our property, and one that was half on ours and half on their property.
Anything I can do? Thanks!
Topic:
Canada

Answer:
 Canada has weird laws regarding trees that straddle common ground; down to the labeling of what is known as *consensual trees*, *straying trees*, and *voluntary trees*. A 1998 Saskatchewan court decision, *Koenig v. Goebel*, identified a difference between “border” and “straddle” trees, with the former classification denoting a tree whose trunk – at ground level – was firmly on one side of the property line, but whose branches or roots encroach on an adjoining property. In this instance the neighbor whose property is being encroached on by the tree is “legally entitled without notice to cut those branches and roots of a neighbor's border tree," even if that action causes the death of the tree.

I only use that case as a start for more cursory research to be developed, as I'm not sure with re: to provincial law's recognition in other provinces. I like a good tree justice case as much as the next legaladvice denizen, but I'd throw out a cautionary reminder that Canada =/= the US and its respective states.

/u/derspiny, perhaps you can lend some assistance here?Answer #2: As you are in Ontario, this may be an offence under s.10(3) of the Forestry Act. https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/90f26  which is a Provincial Offence

Offence  (3) Every person who injures or destroys a tree growing on the boundary between adjoining lands without the consent of the land owners is guilty of an offence under this Act.  1998, c. 18, Sched. I, s. 21.

You may want to talk to your local Bylaw Officer as it may be an issue as well with the municipal bylaws.  They may lay a charge or you may lay a private complaint.

As well there is a recent and very thorough case  from Ontario regarding this issue.  Gross v. Scheuermann, 2017 ONCJ 722 (CanLII) http://canlii.ca/t/hmtdl


Title: Need advice: Past roommate racked up debt on apartment [Minnesota]

Question:
[deleted]
Topic:
Credit Debt Bankruptcy

Answer: You need to pay the debt then sue the roommate for it.


Title: [WA] Emotional Support Animal and lease agreement?

Question:
I handed over a letter to my landlord in October stating that I require and Emotional Support Animal, and I handed them another one in late July. Since then, I have gotten myself a little kitten who lives in my apartment with me.

However, I received an email about two weeks later stating that I have to pay my landlord a $300 fee (a lease change fee, not a pet fee), more documentation stating I need an ESA, a list of shots, and registration BEFORE I get a pet.

I'm stuck because I already got a pet, and they didn't state anything on the lease about a $300 lease change.

tl;dr Can I be evicted for having a pet although I already handed them proper documentation stating I need an ESA? Do I have to pay a "lease change fee" if my lease never said anything about that?

Answer:
 >  Can I be evicted for having a pet although I already handed them proper documentation stating I need an ESA?

Yep. The FHA states that waiving the pet policy is a 'reasonable accommodation' for an ESA. *However*, until you get authorization from your landlord, the animal is just an unpermitted animal. Handing over your letter does not automatically grant you an accommodation.

Moreover, the landlord can request vaccination documentation, proof of registry, breed information, and proof of need for an ESA. It is not a reasonable accommodation to, for example, permit a pit bull (or other similar breed) in municipalities where they are banned or where they would cause a rate hike.


Title: [Maryland] Filed for divorce after 11 months; I own the house. Wife refuses to leave. Alimony?

Question:
[deleted]
Topic:
Custody Divorce and Family

Answer:
 You are separated, which means she lives in the house as a tenant.  You need to give her formal notice terminating the tenancy (30 days notice in most states.)

If she refuses to leave after that, you can initiate eviction procedures.

Also, you can't file for [no fault divorce without living separately for a year](http://www.divorcenet.com/states/maryland/mdfaq_03) or if [she consents which it doesn't appear she is](https://www.peoples-law.org/no-fault-divorce).

Her chances of alimony are slim, after a marriage that short.


Title: Employer threatening not to pay me based on productivity standard? Ohio. Salary.

Question: Salary employee in the state of Ohio. I work in the health care/mental health field & my employer is making threats to not pay me my typical salary. My current productivity is at 55% & there standard is 60%. They state that they will dock my pay like their hourly employees, if I don't make their standard. Nothing is noted in the employee handbook.

Answer:
 That's not legal.  You cannot dock an exempt employee's pay based on the quality or quantity of his or her work.

They can fire you for not meeting the standard, but they cannot dock your pay because of it.

Let them dock the pay and then file a wage claim.  Then hit them for retaliation if they do anything to you after the wage claim.


Title: [NH] My buddy is an auto salesman and I think he's being swindled by his employer.

Question:
My college roommate graduated last year and got a job as an auto salesman in NH. We just chatted via text and he's telling me that he's working 65-hour weeks with no overtime and no weekend break. And the way he's being paid sounds really fishy.

Basically his employer pays him hours worked times min wage each week and gives him a check to comply with state and federal laws. At the end of the month, he has to pay it back or it is deducted from his commission total if greater than said paycheck.

While there is no legal way to make him pay back the min wage check, they would fire him if he refused. If he was working at min wage with no overtime bonus, he'd be taking home $2100/month. This month, he only made $2900 on commission, but he's deprived of the $2100. It sounds like a load of bull to me  but I'm wondering if anything can be done to help him out.
Topic:
Labor Law

Answer:
 Ok to clarify, if he earns 2900 in commission they deduct the 2100 from his commission and pay him 800?

And if he earns less than 2100 in commission he keeps the 2100 min wage?

If so, probably legal.


Title: [TX] I was legally adopted by a step dad as a child - can I be re-adopted by my biological father?

Question:
I saw a post on here about a guy who wanted to be adopted by his step dad and it got me thinking about my own strange situation. This one is kind of tricky so my apologies if it doesn't make too much sense.

When I was young (around 3 or 4) my parents moved to another state. When that happened my mother divorced my biological father and remarried. My step dad legally adopted my brother and I a year or two later and that was mostly that.

My mom again divorced in 2004. My relationship with my step dad had always been bad (abuse, etc) so I legally changed my name to my mother's maiden name at that time. I was in the military and had it done legally in the Arlington VA courts.

A few years later I reconnected with my biological father and learned a great deal about the circumstances behind his literal removal from our life. We struck up a relationship and I'm happy to say it was one of the best things that has ever happened to me. He has asked, and I have declined (more than a few times) for me to change my legal last name back to my birth last name (his last name). I declined due to the complications with having a wife and three kids and having to change everyone else's information as well.

My question specifically is - can he legally adopt me back? I mean I'm a grown man and don't need anything from him but given the fact that my step dad is my 'legal' father on paper, I don't want to be held accountable for any familial responsibilities should they arise (settling estates, debts, etc). I'd very much like it if my father could be my father again on paper as to eliminate any legal ties to my step father and renew them with my real dad.

Its complicated and probably wholly unnecessary but I would love to know what the collective wisdom of the sub thinks about this. We live in Texas, the legal name change was done in Arlington VA, the step dad adoption was also done in Texas but my birth certificate is from New York.

Thanks in advance!

Answer:
 Shit.  I somehow deleted my response instead of editing it.  Here's what you wrote last:

> Don't some states have enforceable familial financial responsibility laws though? I don't know where the step dad moved when he left Texas after the divorce but the last thing I want is to get some letter in the mail letting me know that as next of kin I'm responsible for some costs he incurred.
>That's really the driving point here...I don't want any surprises due to lingering legal ties.

I thought of this reason as well as inheritance after I posted.

Pennsylvania is the only one that I can think of with 'fuck the kids' level filial responsibility laws.

[Here's an article on adult adoption.](https://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/an-overview-of-adult-adoption-in-texas)  I say go for it.

Answer #2: Yes. Adult adoption is a thing.  He can legally adopt you back.  You don't need to change your name if that happens.  And doing so would break any obligations and rights you have with the guy you're calling your step dad.

You'd need to get an attorney to help with it -- that's the bounds of "Family Law."  Unfortunately, most family law practitioners usually deal only with divorce.  So, you should check around some in the nearest decent-sized city for an attorney who deals with adoption a lot.   Often, that attorney will be a specialist inside of a law firm that does mainly divorce.

The process should be incredibly straight-forward, because you shouldn't need to get anybody's consent.  And, correspondingly, they should be able to give you a flat fee for doing the work.


Title: I bought fraudulent tickets from an online website and they refuse to refund. Do I have any legal options?

Question:
I was very excited to buy tickets to an event next year for me and my boyfriend. Even though I am usually so diligent at checking sources, I skimped and impulsively bought these very expensive tickets from An online website. It was only recently that I stumbled upon word that this website was known for its extreme fees and fraudulence. Therefore, I decided to check out my tickets. Turns out the seats that are listed on my tickets do not exist, as confirmed by the venue.

The company only allows you to contact them through email and they continue to say that my only option is to re-list the tickets with them.

Do I have any legal options here? I can prove the tickets don’t exist with the venue. I am from Ohio.

Any/all help is appreciated! Thank you!

Edit: I submitted a dispute through my bank and sent over all of the proof I have. Fingers crossed!

Answer: You can do a credit card chargeback.Answer #2: so you showed proof to the company that the tickets do not actually exist and their response was to tell you to resell them with them? lol


Title: [Canada] Is revealing an individuals bigoted views illegal?

Question: Basically, there is candidate involved in Canadian politics who has made some particularly bigoted views on internet forums (and can be identified through these). Is this form of doxxing illegal? Not encouraging violence or harassment but I feel that their voters have a right to know about these. Is this illegal?

Answer: That is not doxxing. It is not illegal to share someone's posted views, and as a politician, they should know nothing can be hidden that was posted in a public forum.


Title: [California] I work in a restaurant at a hotel chain. Management has told us that starting next week if food is not out in 8 mins and checks are not closed by the time the guest leaves, we are not allowed to collect our tips. Is there anything we can do?

Question:
Basically the title.  I work at a restaurant that is so understaffed -  every day is a struggle.  I often cry at work.  Sometimes I am the only server for 26 tables.  There is no busser, there is no food expo, there is only one cook.  Disasters happen on a weekly basis. People scream and yell at me and threaten me because sometimes the food is late coming out, the service is slow etc.  I'm a good server but 26 tables is just too much to handle!

  Management has now told us now that starting next week they will comp meals and not allow us to charge tips for the following reasons;

- The food takes more than 8 mins to arrive after the guest orders.

- The check is not closed by the time the guest checks out.

If either of these conditions is not met, the guest does not have to pay for their meal and any tips for us they agreed to charge (either credit or room charge) will not be given to us by our employer.

This would be possible in a properly staffed restaurant, but we are not properly staffed.

This employer is becoming increasingly more abusive.  A few months ago a man jumped off the roof of the hotel and they made one of the housekeeping ladies clean it up after the body was removed!  There are lots of stories like this but basically all I am asking is am I entitled to be upset?  Are they breaking the law?  The GM told us that the lawyers said the tip thing is a "gray area" and not precisely illegal.  How do I go about reporting?  What can I do besides look for a new job (which I am doing)?

Answer:
 You can call the DOL and ask or the State AGs office.  If this is a chain try going to corporate. It could be this one person is doing this and corporate has no clue whats going on.  Or find a lawyer that will give you a free consult.  And if it is systemic in the whole site he/she maybe take the case for everyone there.

OR take the hit for a week or two. They will either have to comp every meal or re-evaluate their policy.  If the whole staff silently combined forces and slowed down how long do you think they could go comping every meal.  You may get fired as a whole but the GM will take the numbers hit.   And if GM told you anything lawyer lawyer what ever.  Chances are pretty good he made that shit up because he thinks you're not going to challenge him. He also knows that if you challenge him there are plenty of people out there he can replace you with in a heartbeat. Answer #2: That hotel needs to find a different lawyer. Tips are considered your property. They cannot withhold it as some sort of discipline. http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/whdfs15.htm
http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/FAQ_tipsandgratuities.htm