After watching both this video and your 'how to save thousands on attorneys' video, you have definitely earned my subscription. So often you watch videos like this and walk away with no actual knowledge, (it always seems to be summed up as 'ask your attorney' but so many of us can't afford to retain one and therefore are watching the videos!) But both of your videos so far have given real, actionable advice. Way to be awesome!
Thank you for such kind words! We started this channel to provide information to the public that we actually provide to our clients. I'm so happy to hear that you found real benefit. Good luck on your case!
@@MatthewHarrisLawPLLC @Matthew Harris Law, PLLC thankfully mine never got that far and was years ago. (It literally didn't make it past the judges chambers. As soon as he heard additional details he dismissed it and it wasn't even heard out in the actual courtroom.) However I'm still really passionate about the cause (the subject you discussed with Vincent W. Davis) because of all that happened that was legally and ethically just plain wrong. So, I know what it's like to need legal tips and not be able to afford to retain counsel. What you're doing is an amazing service for your community, and I genuinely applaud you!
We are using a lot of text messages between my husband and his ex. We are taking screenshots, making sure to get the date/time for everyone, the full thread including the last message from the previous day and first message from the following day. We are printing them and including a cap sheet with a sentence or two describing the event. PA uses 16 Factors to decide best interest, so we are using texts that fit into those 16 factors to show we are trying to work with the system instead of just slinging accusations. Our judge is newly appointed (not sure how that will go for us) so we want to “spoon feed him” to the decision we want. LOL
Now that's the way! Way to go! Have you seen our video on using Dropbox to organize and get your texts to your attorney? It sounds like you're on the ball.
Hello Matthew, what about if the evidence of a case is in two messages that are pretty far apart in the same conversation date because you have had a large conversation in between? Do you need to print the whole conversation or can you print just parts? Thank you!!!
Great question! If the two messages are their own distinct conversations, then you could offer them separately. However, in my experience the conversation in between is typically relevant to give context. Under the Rule of Optional Completeness, the other party could insist that it all be offered together for that exact reason. Remember that just because the conversation in between is offered into evidence, that doesn't mean that you have to read every message out loud at trial. You can just point to the relevant portions and the Judge can read the rest of he/she desires. I hope this helps! 😁
@@MatthewHarrisLawPLLC Thank you for the response, Matthew! So, the thing is that the conversations are in a different language than English and there are thousands of messages in the same conversation and certifying and translating the whole context will be very expensive. Do you know if you can show the whole conversation but just translate parts of it? Thank you for your help!
@@tansolovive I've dealt with this issue before. Despite being in West Texas, I've actually represented numerous clients who did not speak English as a first language. Off the top of my head, I've represented Spanish, French, Vietnamese, Turkish, Nepali, and Portuguese speakers. Here's the thing, the person they were writing to in those languages always spoke that language too, so I just asked my client to translate in the most neutral tone, and then asked the other party in Discovery if that is a fair translation. Boom, we had an agreed upon translation on the cheap. 😁
That's a great question! This comes up pretty often. In my experience, showing the time/date for every single message isn't necessary unless there is something special about the time the message was sent. In that instance, you can tap on that specific message (Android) or swipe to the left (iPhone) to reveal that message's time.
Great question! We've never had any success with that method as the carrier doesn't save the content of the messages in their system. They only track that a message was sent from number X to number y, the time, and the size of the message. Most importantly, our method provides for careful authentication so that way it can be used in Court, and not just preserved. If you provide the documents provided to you by the carrier, then there is a chance that they will be stricken as hearsay.
What about having text messages that you inadvertently found on someone iPad, with intent to defraud a senior and, her POA for financial reasons. What would be the best way of having the text messages admitted, and the parties who discussed this conspiracy Then fraudulently took you to court saying that you were the one breaching your duty of cares POA how would you admit that type of evidence?
That's the beauty of our method for preserving messages, It works for Facebook, Instagram, and Text Messages alike! Since you're creating screenshots on your phone, it doesn't matter what service they are on. To answer your final question, there shouldn't be a need to contact Instagram to get the messages, but you should instead be able to preserve them on your own. Great question!
@@MatthewHarrisLawPLLC thanks for the reply. I’m trying to collect evidence for my friend and there’s over a years worth of conversation. Would it be easier to buy a cheap phone and give it to the judge like in your WHAT NOT TO DO example?
@@vincepassarella5127 haha, it seems like it would be easier, right? Unfortunately, each conversation must be admitted into evidence because not all of the messages may be relevant. Irrelevant evidence isn't admissible. I know it seems like a huge task, but you gotta remember that it is just like eating an elephant: one bite at a time. Have you seen our Dropbox video? That will help you eat this elephant. #terriblemetaphor
Videos are a bit more complicated. They require the same authentication as pictures and audio recordings. Unfortunately, that's a a little too complicated to squeeze into a comment. We'll put together a video/blog on how to use videos in Court. Thanks for the idea!
Good question! You need to establish knowledge, (did you send/receive it) authenticity (true and accurate copy of original with no edit, deletions, or alterations), and that the email is relevant to the issues before the court.
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After watching both this video and your 'how to save thousands on attorneys' video, you have definitely earned my subscription. So often you watch videos like this and walk away with no actual knowledge, (it always seems to be summed up as 'ask your attorney' but so many of us can't afford to retain one and therefore are watching the videos!) But both of your videos so far have given real, actionable advice. Way to be awesome!
Thank you for such kind words! We started this channel to provide information to the public that we actually provide to our clients. I'm so happy to hear that you found real benefit. Good luck on your case!
@@MatthewHarrisLawPLLC @Matthew Harris Law, PLLC thankfully mine never got that far and was years ago. (It literally didn't make it past the judges chambers. As soon as he heard additional details he dismissed it and it wasn't even heard out in the actual courtroom.) However I'm still really passionate about the cause (the subject you discussed with Vincent W. Davis) because of all that happened that was legally and ethically just plain wrong. So, I know what it's like to need legal tips and not be able to afford to retain counsel. What you're doing is an amazing service for your community, and I genuinely applaud you!
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We are using a lot of text messages between my husband and his ex. We are taking screenshots, making sure to get the date/time for everyone, the full thread including the last message from the previous day and first message from the following day. We are printing them and including a cap sheet with a sentence or two describing the event. PA uses 16 Factors to decide best interest, so we are using texts that fit into those 16 factors to show we are trying to work with the system instead of just slinging accusations. Our judge is newly appointed (not sure how that will go for us) so we want to “spoon feed him” to the decision we want. LOL
Now that's the way! Way to go! Have you seen our video on using Dropbox to organize and get your texts to your attorney? It sounds like you're on the ball.
Hello Matthew, what about if the evidence of a case is in two messages that are pretty far apart in the same conversation date because you have had a large conversation in between? Do you need to print the whole conversation or can you print just parts? Thank you!!!
Great question! If the two messages are their own distinct conversations, then you could offer them separately. However, in my experience the conversation in between is typically relevant to give context.
Under the Rule of Optional Completeness, the other party could insist that it all be offered together for that exact reason.
Remember that just because the conversation in between is offered into evidence, that doesn't mean that you have to read every message out loud at trial. You can just point to the relevant portions and the Judge can read the rest of he/she desires.
I hope this helps! 😁
@@MatthewHarrisLawPLLC Thank you for the response, Matthew! So, the thing is that the conversations are in a different language than English and there are thousands of messages in the same conversation and certifying and translating the whole context will be very expensive. Do you know if you can show the whole conversation but just translate parts of it? Thank you for your help!
@@tansolovive I've dealt with this issue before. Despite being in West Texas, I've actually represented numerous clients who did not speak English as a first language. Off the top of my head, I've represented Spanish, French, Vietnamese, Turkish, Nepali, and Portuguese speakers.
Here's the thing, the person they were writing to in those languages always spoke that language too, so I just asked my client to translate in the most neutral tone, and then asked the other party in Discovery if that is a fair translation. Boom, we had an agreed upon translation on the cheap. 😁
@@MatthewHarrisLawPLLCthat’s a good idea!!!
what if for some rrason the iphone doesnt show the date and time on the text messages every message
That's a great question! This comes up pretty often. In my experience, showing the time/date for every single message isn't necessary unless there is something special about the time the message was sent.
In that instance, you can tap on that specific message (Android) or swipe to the left (iPhone) to reveal that message's time.
How do you print them out?
We typically arrange them 2 to a page in a Word doc and then print from there.
Thank you
Our pleasure!
Can I go to my mobile carrier and have them print it out for me?
Great question! We've never had any success with that method as the carrier doesn't save the content of the messages in their system. They only track that a message was sent from number X to number y, the time, and the size of the message.
Most importantly, our method provides for careful authentication so that way it can be used in Court, and not just preserved. If you provide the documents provided to you by the carrier, then there is a chance that they will be stricken as hearsay.
What about having text messages that you inadvertently found on someone iPad, with intent to defraud a senior and, her POA for financial reasons. What would be the best way of having the text messages admitted, and the parties who discussed this conspiracy Then fraudulently took you to court saying that you were the one breaching your duty of cares POA how would you admit that type of evidence?
So useful
Glad you think so!
What if the text massages are on Instagram? Do the same rules apply? Can I contact Instagram and request these conversations?
That's the beauty of our method for preserving messages, It works for Facebook, Instagram, and Text Messages alike! Since you're creating screenshots on your phone, it doesn't matter what service they are on.
To answer your final question, there shouldn't be a need to contact Instagram to get the messages, but you should instead be able to preserve them on your own. Great question!
@@MatthewHarrisLawPLLC thanks for the reply. I’m trying to collect evidence for my friend and there’s over a years worth of conversation. Would it be easier to buy a cheap phone and give it to the judge like in your WHAT NOT TO DO example?
@@vincepassarella5127 haha, it seems like it would be easier, right? Unfortunately, each conversation must be admitted into evidence because not all of the messages may be relevant. Irrelevant evidence isn't admissible.
I know it seems like a huge task, but you gotta remember that it is just like eating an elephant: one bite at a time.
Have you seen our Dropbox video? That will help you eat this elephant. #terriblemetaphor
Why not just convert the text messages into a PDF or Java fiel?
What about videos? How do you authenticate the evidence? That's why I was denied because I didn't know how to go through the authentication process.
Videos are a bit more complicated. They require the same authentication as pictures and audio recordings. Unfortunately, that's a a little too complicated to squeeze into a comment. We'll put together a video/blog on how to use videos in Court. Thanks for the idea!
@@MatthewHarrisLawPLLC you're the man! Thank you!
@@MatthewHarrisLawPLLC when you upload, please let me know. Have a case coming up soon and your videos help me tremendously.
@@sincerelyyourscg8562 Did you see our Testify to WIN in Court video? We just uploaded last week.
@@MatthewHarrisLawPLLC yes sir, I watched it a couple of times. My main issue now is just authenticating a video/recording for my hearing.
If you are representing yourself, how to authenticate email with me and the defendant
Good question! You need to establish knowledge, (did you send/receive it) authenticity (true and accurate copy of original with no edit, deletions, or alterations), and that the email is relevant to the issues before the court.
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Mr. Rossi, I'm sorry but I don't think I understand.
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I wouldn’t trust you or any bum attorney.
I wouldn't blame you. Everyone hates lawyers...until they need one. 😉
Hes right!!!! Apparently you ve had a bad experience in the past with a
attorney you chose.Thats your fault.
There R thousands of good attorneys, in many fields.You
can say about any politician.
Especially demacrates, until you need them to do something for you,
So knock it off, you have no position
or qualifications to make them
all bums other than your piss ant
opinion and qe all know the saying.
Opinions are like ..... we you know