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I want to understand the chances of winning a case against my college roommate. Despite setting clear boundaries, my roommate used my items, insulted me, and threw away or damaged them upon moving out. There are records of my complaints and attempts at mediation through the RAs, documented chats... View More 
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answered on May 21, 2025
In Maryland, there is no civil cause of action specifically for “harassment.” If someone is behaving in an aggressive, disrespectful, or invasive way, like your college roommate, the legal system generally does not provide compensation unless the conduct falls under a recognized tort, such as... View More
I am concerned about the extent of authority my wife's son has over her decisions, as he has a power of attorney for her. Recently, he decided to place her in an assisted living facility without consulting me, her husband. I'm unsure about the specific terms of the power of attorney,... View More
answered on May 21, 2025
I am sorry for your struggles, the power of attorney will override the ability of the spouse (you) to make decisions in the State of Florida, you would have to petition the court for guardianship or you would have to get a power of attorney to override and replace the one that the son has in place... View More
I want to press full charges against Jackie Lynn Jenkins and her husband Joseph for stalking me since 2014. Currently, they reside next to my home in Jamaica, Queens, NY. I have a video that shows Jackie closing a car door on my back and right leg, which worsened my injuries from a prior worker... View More
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answered on May 21, 2025
I am sorry to hear about what you have been going through. Stalking and harassment can have a serious impact on your daily life and overall well-being, especially when you are also managing a disability. New York law provides both criminal and civil avenues for individuals who are being harassed or... View More
I am a senior citizen with limited resources and have a court date on August 27, 2025, in domestic violence court. I need legal representation but did not know I was supposed to request an attorney at the last court date. I have never used legal aid, and I have not received any documentation or... View More
answered on May 21, 2025
You need to contact the legal services office for your county. It is Prairie State in northern IL, mostly, and Land of Lincoln in central and southern Illinois. Is your case for an order of protection or what? Domestic violence can mean many things.
I need help with my rights as a beneficiary in relation to my father's trust. My sister claims to have power of attorney and says she's the trustee. She relocated my father to a different care facility and sold the house. She has refused to provide me with a copy of the trust and... View More
answered on May 21, 2025
Consult with a probate litigation attorney right away to protect your rights. Your sister, if she is trustee of your father's trust, has fiduciary duties and obligations under CA law, one of which is to provide all beneficiaries with a copy of the trust. Time is of the essence as the longer... View More
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