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Q: Is it illegal in California to give health advice? For example, doing health consultations and things of the like.
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answered on Mar 5, 2023

In California, it is generally not illegal to give health advice, as long as you do not engage in the practice of medicine without a license.

The practice of medicine is defined in California Business and Professions Code section 2052 as the diagnosis or treatment of any physical or mental...
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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Florida on
Q: In my divorce settle my it stipulates I get the house, however my former spouse refuses to transfer the title and refuse

He is physically abusive and it is just he and I in the home. Kids are moved out. He has threatened to burn the house before he transfer it to me

Rand Scott Lieber
Rand Scott Lieber
answered on Mar 5, 2023

Your remedy is to return to court with a Motion to Enforce your settlement agreement. The court can order the house to be sold if that is what the agreement says. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Environmental and Civil Rights for California on
Q: Hey a couple of questions, first, is there any law that requires a public entity to provide services( mainly in Californ

another question is whether there is an actual law that demands police departments to give lawyer services before the interrogation of an arrested person, if so where does it written, and for how long the consultation can go on? if it's possible I mainly need the source I'm making some... Read more »

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Mar 5, 2023

law enforcement must give Miranda warnings advising you of your right to remain and that anything you say can be used against you.

you can then refuse to respond.

Remember Silence is Golden and Handcuffs are Silver.

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Products Liability, Car Accidents and Lemon Law for Florida on
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I purchased a used truck about 1.5 years ago from a dealer. When asked about prior damage if any the dealer told me there was only minor. The car fax report only shows minor as well. While I was under the truck checking the size of the spare tire I noticed there is frame damage on the left rear. I... Read more »

Charles M.  Baron
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answered on Mar 5, 2023

Regardless of liability or lack thereof, your first step is to get a written repair estimate, then demand that the dealer pay it, and if they balk, say you're planning to take legal action. That may or may not work, but there's no downside to doing it. That said, whether the dealer is... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Immigration Law for Minnesota on
Q: Hi I am a Indian citizen Green card holder , so want to my daughter marriage on phone it’s acceptable & legal or else ?

If yes where which official authority conduct & what documents requirements for both parties.

If yes how to apply for my daughter spouse visa ?

Gunda Yohanna Brost
Gunda Yohanna Brost
answered on Mar 5, 2023

There are particular rules governing the recognition of marriage. You should consult directly with an immigration lawyer.

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