⚖️ Legal & Self-Advocacy Skills *coming soon
- 1. 1.1 – What It Means to Know Your Rights 00:00:00
- 2. 1.2 – Everyday Legal Responsibilities You Already Have 00:00:00
- 3. 1.3 – Distinguishing Civil and Criminal Matters 00:00:00
- 4. 1.4 – Understanding Due Process and Fair Treatment 00:00:00
- 5. 1.5 – How Laws Protect Individual Freedom 00:00:00
- 6. 1.6 – Rights When Interacting With Authorities 00:00:00
- 7. 1.7 – Responsibilities in Public and Private Spaces 00:00:00
- 8. 1.8 – Balancing Rights With Responsibilities 00:00:00
- 9. 1.9 – Protecting Yourself From Unfair Treatment 00:00:00
- 10. 1.10 – Why Knowing Your Rights Builds Confidence 00:00:00
- 11. 1.11 – How to Research Rights That Apply to You 00:00:00
- 12. 1.12 – Understanding the Consequences of Ignoring Laws 00:00:00
- 13. 1.13 – Common Misunderstandings About Legal Rights 00:00:00
- 14. 1.14 – How Basic Legal Awareness Prevents Problems 00:00:00
- 15. 1.15 – Putting Your Knowledge Into Daily Practice 00:00:00
- 1. 2.1 – Breaking Down Contracts Step by Step 00:00:00
- 2. 2.2 – Understanding Key Terms in Agreements 00:00:00
- 3. 2.3 – How to Spot Red Flags in Legal Documents 00:00:00
- 4. 2.4 – Recognizing Rights Waivers and Hidden Clauses 00:00:00
- 5. 2.5 – How to Read a Lease Agreement Carefully 00:00:00
- 6. 2.6 – Understanding Loan and Credit Card Contracts 00:00:00
- 7. 2.7 – Reading Employment Agreements With Clarity 00:00:00
- 8. 2.8 – Recognizing Fees, Interest, and Penalties 00:00:00
- 9. 2.9 – How to Find Key Dates and Deadlines in Documents 00:00:00
- 10. 2.10 – Using Plain Language Guides for Legal Forms 00:00:00
- 11. 2.11 – How to Compare Two Different Contracts 00:00:00
- 12. 2.12 – Understanding Signature and Consent Requirements 00:00:00
- 13. 2.13 – Recognizing Scams or Fraudulent Papers 00:00:00
- 14. 2.14 – Asking for Clarification Without Fear 00:00:00
- 15. 2.15 – Building Confidence in Document Review 00:00:00
- 1. 3.1 – Knowing When to Contact a Lawyer 00:00:00
- 2. 3.2 – How to Prepare Questions for Legal Meetings 00:00:00
- 3. 3.3 – Organizing Documents Before Court or Hearings 00:00:00
- 4. 3.4 – How to Speak Clearly and Confidently to Officials 00:00:00
- 5. 3.5 – Following Courtroom Etiquette and Respect 00:00:00
- 6. 3.6 – Understanding How to Address a Judge 00:00:00
- 7. 3.7 – Communicating With Legal Aid Services 00:00:00
- 8. 3.8 – Writing Clear Letters to Agencies or Courts 00:00:00
- 9. 3.9 – How to Handle Phone Calls With Legal Offices 00:00:00
- 10. 3.10 – Asking for Help Without Feeling Intimidated 00:00:00
- 11. 3.11 – Staying Calm When Speaking With Authorities 00:00:00
- 12. 3.12 – Using Advocates or Interpreters If Needed 00:00:00
- 13. 3.13 – Tracking Conversations and Agreements in Writing 00:00:00
- 14. 3.14 – Following Up Without Being Ignored 00:00:00
- 15. 3.15 – Building Long-Term Communication Skills 00:00:00
- 1. 4.1 – What Advocacy Means in Daily Life 00:00:00
- 2. 4.2 – How to Speak Up Without Fear of Retaliation 00:00:00
- 3. 4.3 – Preparing Talking Points Before Meetings 00:00:00
- 4. 4.4 – Practicing Assertive Communication 00:00:00
- 5. 4.5 – Balancing Respect With Self-Confidence 00:00:00
- 6. 4.6 – Recognizing When to Ask for Accommodations 00:00:00
- 7. 4.7 – How to Advocate in Healthcare Appointments 00:00:00
- 8. 4.8 – Advocating for Your Needs in Schools and Training 00:00:00
- 9. 4.9 – Role-Playing Advocacy Situations Safely 00:00:00
- 10. 4.10 – When to Bring a Support Person Along 00:00:00
- 11. 4.11 – How to Say “No” Without Feeling Guilty 00:00:00
- 12. 4.12 – Turning Complaints Into Constructive Action 00:00:00
- 13. 4.13 – Avoiding Common Advocacy Mistakes 00:00:00
- 14. 4.14 – How Advocacy Builds Self-Respect 00:00:00
- 15. 4.15 – Creating a Personal Advocacy Plan 00:00:00
- 1. 5.1 – Understanding Your Worker Rights at a Glance 00:00:00
- 2. 5.2 – Rights Around Hiring and Equal Opportunity 00:00:00
- 3. 5.3 – Workplace Safety and OSHA Basics 00:00:00
- 4. 5.4 – Knowing About Breaks, Wages, and Overtime 00:00:00
- 5. 5.5 – Understanding FMLA and Medical Leave 00:00:00
- 6. 5.6 – Recognizing Harassment and Discrimination at Work 00:00:00
- 7. 5.7 – What to Do if You’re Treated Unfairly 00:00:00
- 8. 5.8 – Documenting Workplace Problems Correctly 00:00:00
- 9. 5.9 – Where to Report Workplace Violations 00:00:00
- 10. 5.10 – How to Use HR Effectively for Support 00:00:00
- 11. 5.11 – Recognizing Wrongful Termination Signs 00:00:00
- 12. 5.12 – Knowing About Unions and Worker Advocacy 00:00:00
- 13. 5.13 – Protections for Workers With Disabilities 00:00:00
- 14. 5.14 – When to Seek Legal Action in Employment 00:00:00
- 15. 5.15 – Protecting Your Career Through Legal Awareness 00:00:00
- 1. 6.1 – Understanding Lease Agreements Clearly 00:00:00
- 2. 6.2 – Rights and Duties of Tenants and Landlords 00:00:00
- 3. 6.3 – Recognizing Illegal Lease Clauses 00:00:00
- 4. 6.4 – What to Do if Your Landlord Enters Without Notice 00:00:00
- 5. 6.5 – How to Handle Repair Requests Effectively 00:00:00
- 6. 6.6 – Understanding Rent Increases and Protections 00:00:00
- 7. 6.7 – Eviction Process and Your Legal Defenses 00:00:00
- 8. 6.8 – Recognizing Signs of Housing Discrimination 00:00:00
- 9. 6.9 – Where to Seek Help for Housing Disputes 00:00:00
- 10. 6.10 – Documenting Communication With Landlords 00:00:00
- 11. 6.11 – How to Handle Security Deposits Properly 00:00:00
- 12. 6.12 – Tenant Protections in Subsidized Housing 00:00:00
- 13. 6.13 – Emergency Housing Rights During Crisis 00:00:00
- 14. 6.14 – Understanding Squatter Laws and Risks 00:00:00
- 15. 6.15 – Building Housing Stability Through Legal Awareness 00:00:00
- 1. 7.1 – Understanding Your Rights With Creditors 00:00:00
- 2. 7.2 – Fair Debt Collection Practices Explained 00:00:00
- 3. 7.3 – How to Handle Debt Collection Calls Safely 00:00:00
- 4. 7.4 – Protecting Yourself From Predatory Lending 00:00:00
- 5. 7.5 – How to Review Your Credit Report Correctly 00:00:00
- 6. 7.6 – Rights When Dealing With Identity Theft 00:00:00
- 7. 7.7 – Understanding Bankruptcy Basics 00:00:00
- 8. 7.8 – Recognizing Common Consumer Scams 00:00:00
- 9. 7.9 – How to Dispute Errors on Credit Reports 00:00:00
- 10. 7.10 – Steps to Negotiate Debt Repayment 00:00:00
- 11. 7.11 – Understanding Interest and Compound Debt 00:00:00
- 12. 7.12 – Protecting Your Rights in Auto or Home Loans 00:00:00
- 13. 7.13 – How to Report Unfair Business Practices 00:00:00
- 14. 7.14 – Using Consumer Protection Agencies Wisely 00:00:00
- 15. 7.15 – Building Long-Term Financial Confidence 00:00:00
- 1. 8.1 – Understanding the Steps of a Legal Process 00:00:00
- 2. 8.2 – Knowing Who Has Authority to Decide 00:00:00
- 3. 8.3 – Organizing Evidence for a Strong Case 00:00:00
- 4. 8.4 – How to Write an Effective Legal Complaint 00:00:00
- 5. 8.5 – Recognizing When Mediation Is Better Than Court 00:00:00
- 6. 8.6 – Preparing for Hearings or Appeals 00:00:00
- 7. 8.7 – How to Handle Small Claims Court 00:00:00
- 8. 8.8 – Recognizing Limits of Self-Representation 00:00:00
- 9. 8.9 – Using Community Legal Clinics for Guidance 00:00:00
- 10. 8.10 – How to Track Deadlines and Timelines 00:00:00
- 11. 8.11 – Recognizing When to Seek an Attorney 00:00:00
- 12. 8.12 – How to Stay Calm Through the Legal Process 00:00:00
- 13. 8.13 – Avoiding Mistakes That Harm Your Case 00:00:00
- 14. 8.14 – Following Through on Judgments and Orders 00:00:00
- 15. 8.15 – Building Confidence in Legal Problem-Solving 00:00:00
- 1. 9.1 – Why Asking Questions Protects Your Rights 00:00:00
- 2. 9.2 – Overcoming Fear of Speaking Up 00:00:00
- 3. 9.3 – Practicing Questions Before Appointments 00:00:00
- 4. 9.4 – Recognizing Trusted vs. Unhelpful Sources 00:00:00
- 5. 9.5 – How to Build a Support Team for Legal Issues 00:00:00
- 6. 9.6 – Using Legal Aid and Community Services 00:00:00
- 7. 9.7 – Practicing Self-Advocacy in Role-Play 00:00:00
- 8. 9.8 – Tracking Answers and Next Steps Clearly 00:00:00
- 9. 9.9 – How to Ask for Written Confirmation 00:00:00
- 10. 9.10 – Staying Persistent Without Feeling Pushy 00:00:00
- 11. 9.11 – Recognizing Your Strengths in Advocacy 00:00:00
- 12. 9.12 – Learning From Past Legal Experiences 00:00:00
- 13. 9.13 – Building a Resource Binder for Support 00:00:00
- 14. 9.14 – Helping Others While Helping Yourself 00:00:00
- 15. 9.15 – Growing Confidence Through Practice 00:00:00
- 1. 10.1 – What Belongs in a Legal Preparedness Plan 00:00:00
- 2. 10.2 – Collecting Your Important Documents 00:00:00
- 3. 10.3 – Tracking Expiration Dates and Renewals 00:00:00
- 4. 10.4 – Identifying Key Contacts for Emergencies 00:00:00
- 5. 10.5 – Building a Financial Safety Folder 00:00:00
- 6. 10.6 – Including Medical and Legal Directives 00:00:00
- 7. 10.7 – How to Protect Digital and Online Records 00:00:00
- 8. 10.8 – Creating a Contact Sheet for Agencies 00:00:00
- 9. 10.9 – Writing Down Your Rights in Simple Language 00:00:00
- 10. 10.10 – Teaching Family Members About the Plan 00:00:00
- 11. 10.11 – Practicing Emergency Legal Scenarios 00:00:00
- 12. 10.12 – Reviewing Your Plan Annually 00:00:00
- 13. 10.13 – Updating for Life Changes or New Laws 00:00:00
- 14. 10.14 – Storing Your Plan Safely and Securely 00:00:00
- 15. 10.15 – Living With Confidence Through Preparation 00:00:00
- 1. 11.1 – Understanding Vehicle Purchase Agreements and Titles 00:00:00
- 2. 11.2 – Dealer vs. Private Sales: Legal Differences You Should Know 00:00:00
- 3. 11.3 – Lemon Laws and What to Do When a Car Breaks Down Too Soon 00:00:00
- 4. 11.4 – Vehicle Warranties, Service Contracts, and Extended Coverage 00:00:00
- 5. 11.5 – What Happens If the Seller Doesn’t Transfer the Title Properly 00:00:00
- 6. 11.6 – Repossession, Missed Payments, and Legal Recovery Options 00:00:00
- 7. 11.7 – How to Handle Vehicle Fraud or Misrepresentation 00:00:00
- 8. 11.8 – Insurance Requirements and Accident Liability Basics 00:00:00
- 9. 11.9 – Traffic Tickets, Citations, and the Court Process 00:00:00
- 10. 11.10 – Understanding Vehicle Registration and Renewal Laws 00:00:00
- 11. 11.11 – Selling Your Car Safely and Legally 00:00:00
- 12. 11.12 – Handling Vehicle Repairs, Mechanics, and Consumer Rights 00:00:00
- 13. 11.13 – What to Do If You’re Sold a Defective or Salvaged Vehicle 00:00:00
- 14. 11.14 – Legal Steps After an Accident or Hit-and-Run Incident 00:00:00
- 15. 11.15 – Protecting Yourself from Predatory Auto Loans and Scams 00:00:00
- 16. 11.16 – What Is a Vehicle Lien and Why It Matters Legally 00:00:00
- 17. 11.17 – How to Check for Existing Liens Before Buying a Car 00:00:00
- 18. 11.18 – How to Place a Lien on a Vehicle You Are Owed Money For 00:00:00
- 19. 11.19 – When It’s Appropriate to File a Mechanic’s Lien and How to Do It Properly 00:00:00
- 20. 11.20 – The Legal Steps to Remove a Lien from a Vehicle Title 00:00:00
- 21. 11.21 – Understanding Lienholder Rights and Your Responsibilities as an Owner 00:00:00
- 22. 11.22 – How to Dispute an Incorrect or Fraudulent Lien on Your Car 00:00:00
- 23. 11.23 – Legal Consequences of Ignoring a Lien Notice or Repossession Warning 00:00:00
- 24. 11.24 – Secured vs. Unsecured Vehicle Loans: What’s the Legal Difference 00:00:00
- 25. 11.25 – How Loan Default Leads to Repossession and What Rights You Have 00:00:00
- 26. 11.26 – Reclaiming Your Vehicle After Repossession or Default Settlement 00:00:00
- 27. 11.27 – How to File a Complaint Against a Dishonest Dealer or Repair Shop 00:00:00
- 28. 11.28 – Understanding “Title Jumping” and Why It’s Illegal 00:00:00
- 29. 11.29 – What to Do If You Never Received Your Title After Purchase 00:00:00
- 30. 11.30 – How to Resolve Title Errors and Duplicate Ownership Claims 00:00:00
- 31. 11.31 – Filing a Police Report and Insurance Claim for Stolen Vehicles 00:00:00
- 32. 11.32 – How to Handle Towed or Impounded Vehicles Legally 00:00:00
- 33. 11.33 – State DMV Processes for Resolving Vehicle Ownership Disputes 00:00:00
- 34. 11.34 – How to Legally Gift a Car and Avoid Tax and Title Issues 00:00:00
- 35. 11.35 – Legal Steps When Buying a Car from Out of State 00:00:00
- 36. 11.36 – Handling Cars Purchased with Unpaid Tickets or Fines 00:00:00
- 37. 11.37 – Understanding Vehicle Liens in Divorce and Estate Settlements 00:00:00
- 38. 11.38 – How to Add or Remove a Co-Owner from Your Vehicle Title 00:00:00
- 39. 11.39 – Vehicle Storage Liens: When Garages or Lots Can Claim Ownership 00:00:00
- 40. 11.40 – How Insurance Companies Handle Total Loss and Salvage Titles 00:00:00
- 41. 11.41 – Legal Options If a Mechanic Damages Your Vehicle During Repair 00:00:00
- 42. 11.42 – How to Prepare Documentation for Small Claims Court Over Vehicle Issues 00:00:00
- 43. 11.43 – Consumer Protection Laws for Used Car Sales and False Advertising 00:00:00
- 44. 11.44 – How to Report and Recover from Vehicle Identity Theft (VIN Fraud) 00:00:00
- 45. 11.45 – Building a Complete Vehicle Ownership Legal Binder for Future Protection 00:00:00
- 46. 11.46 – How to Protect Yourself from VIN Cloning and Title Fraud 00:00:00
- 47. 11.47 – Disputing Unfair Auto Financing Terms and Predatory Lending Practices 00:00:00
- 48. 11.48 – Legal Responsibilities When Buying a Car Online or Across State Lines 00:00:00
- 49. 11.49 – Digital Vehicle Titles, Electronic Signatures, and Blockchain Ownership Records 00:00:00
- 50. 11.50 – Preparing for Vehicle-Related Legal Emergencies and Knowing When to Hire an Attorney 00:00:00
Course overview
Lesson Overview
4.10 – When to Bring a Support Person Along: Sometimes advocacy is easier when you’re not alone. Bringing a support person—like a friend, family member, or advocate—can make complex meetings or appointments less stressful. A support person can take notes, help you remember details, and provide emotional grounding. Before the meeting, discuss what role they should play: listening, clarifying, or speaking on your behalf. Choose someone reliable, calm, and respectful who won’t overshadow your voice. Having support doesn’t mean you can’t handle things; it means you’re strategic about managing pressure. Some settings may require permission for a companion, so ask beforehand. A well-chosen support person empowers you to focus on communication, not anxiety. Shared advocacy is still self-advocacy—it just adds teamwork and reassurance.
About this course
Knowledge and strategies to understand your rights, navigate legal systems, and advocate effectively for yourself.
This course includes:
- Legal rights and resource guides
- Self-advocacy planning templates and documentation checklists
- Scenario-based exercises for practicingegal and advocacy interactions