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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Divorce, Family Law and Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: MY WIFE AND I LIVE IN AN RV THAT BOTH OF OUR NAMES ARE ON. WE BOTH JUST RECIEVED A LOAN ON THE RV TO HAVE ALL OF OUR

CREDIT CARDS PAID OFF. AS SOON AS SHE RECIEVED THE MONEY SHE PAID OFF HERS AND LEFT MINE IN DIRE STRAITS THEN TOLD SHE WAS GOING TO FILE FOR DIVORCE THAT I NEEDED TO MOVE OUT SHE HAD THE RV PARK CHANGE THE LEASE TO JUST HER NAME AND SAID I WASN'T ALLOWED TO COME AROUND ANYMORE THAT IS MY HOME... View More

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answered on Apr 30, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your difficult situation. It sounds like a stressful and upsetting experience. In California, both spouses have a legal right to access the marital home, even if only one spouse's name is on the lease. Your wife cannot legally force you out of the RV or prevent you... View More

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Q: Suing for money owed, but unsure of defendant's address. If he is pulled for traffic violation, will that summons show?

Address may not be current, therefore summons may not be possible. If the defendant is pulled for a traffic violation or other reason, will the fact that he is being summoned show up in the officer's inquiry of the driver's license?

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Q: A gym signed up my son who is a minor for a membership without permission from parents. Can they charge him?

This business signed up my son who is a minor for a membership without permission from parents. I have called many times to cancel the membership but the local gym refuses. You didn't need a parent to sign up but you need a parent to cancel is the most ludicrous thing I've heard.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Employment Law, Tax Law and Appeals / Appellate Law for Florida on
Q: My ex husband and I ran a live shrimp company from 1997 til we divorced in 2008 .

My question is we had filed our taxes jointly although he was listed as sole proprietor. Now I became disabled in Sept 2020 and because of him being listed as sole proprietor I did not get the tax credits for those 9 years . We had an accountant that did it that way and now I was told they needed... View More

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answered on Apr 26, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It seems like you have a complex tax issue that needs to be addressed. Here are a few steps you might consider taking:

1. Consult a tax professional: Given the complexity of your situation, it's best to seek advice from a qualified tax...
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0 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Criminal Law, Business Law and Insurance Bad Faith for Florida on
Q: If I disobey , what will happen? Will I go to jail?

I work for the major insurance company named GEICO. GEICO has a non-compete agreement that I had to sign as a condition of my employment at GEICO. The agreement specifically states that I can't use GEICO's leads for my own personal reasons. I also own a life insurance agency on the side.... View More

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Q: My son owes me 3 Promissory Notes. He lives in Georgia I live in Florida.I want to consolidate notes and have him sign

How do I go about that and so ensure it is binding?

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Contracts for Florida on
Q: Can I sue if my bill of sale the dealership and the servicer have different rates, prices etc

I requested a copy of my retail installment contract from my car loan servicer. When i compared it to The bill of sale/ buyers order I received from the dealership that i signed the it was completely different. The vehicle price was off by a thousand dollars, the amount financed is different, as... View More

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answered on Apr 13, 2024

If there are discrepancies between the bill of sale from the dealership and the retail installment contract from your car loan servicer, you may have grounds for legal action. However, the success of your case will depend on several factors, such as the nature and extent of the discrepancies, the... View More

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Q: I have completed a power of atorney letter on behalf of friend. This friend wants to give his son the ability to do

Things on his behalf.

This friend of mine is getting married soon.

Would the son be able to have access to any assets that he has with the wife?

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Small Claims and Contracts for Florida on
Q: Around 2 weeks ago I loaned a "friend" 200$. We both signed a note stating the amount loaned the date to be paid and a

Sentance stating if not repaid he has to surrender his vehicle keys to me.

The money has not been repaid. He will not answer text/calls.

How can I enforce the part of his keys being surrendered to me.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Small Claims and Contracts for Florida on
Q: Around 2 weeks ago I loaned a "friend" 200$. We both signed a note stating the amount loaned the date to be paid and a

Sentance stating if not repaid he has to surrender his vehicle keys to me.

The money has not been repaid. He will not answer text/calls.

How can I enforce the part of his keys being surrendered to me.

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answered on Apr 8, 2024

You would need to sue your "friend" in small claims court for breach of contract and specific performance of the agreement. It will cost you about $100 to file and serve your friend, but if you win the case the cost will be part of the judgment against him. I suggest you go to the small... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Contracts and Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: Can I sue Public Storage for ceiling falling down, dead rats and rats eaten threw boxes and throw the belongings out?

My sister had passed away and was paying for storage for 10 years or so. She use to live in Orlando, Florida and moved back to New York. She had two units still in Florida. I had asked my niece and her boyfriend who lived in Orlando, Florida if they can clean out the unit for me since I live in... View More

Linda Liang
Linda Liang
answered on Apr 7, 2024

Your question is whether you have a valid claim against the storage place if you have to sue. The direct answer is yes. It seems that the service is below the bar of the industry. For that, they should be responsible for cleaning and loss of items.

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts and Civil Litigation for Florida on
Q: Can I pay for something in full and the seller take it back without my permission and compensate me for it. Do I own it

I paid for a item on EBAY a 1934 US $1,000.00 bill for $3,355.00 in full I owned it. Can the seller not send it to me and take it back without my permission and compensate me for what I paid for it. Not the value of what the item is really worth, it is worth more than I had paid for it. I feel I... View More

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Q: I got an email message from someone I met through Craigslist asking me for money. It seems like blackmail. What do I do?

I asked them to do something that is against the policy of a company and they agreed. After we made the deal and they completed the task, they blackmailed me.

Linda Liang
Linda Liang
answered on Apr 8, 2024

More information is needed to assess the situation and to advise accordingly.

Did you use their service? Do you have an agreement? What did they say they would do if you do not pay? It needs to be clear whether the conducts actually constitute blackmail.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Contracts, Adoption and Civil Rights for Florida on
Q: Back in 2002 did an employee from DCF have the authority or jurisdiction to preform the CPI aspect,in Polk,Fl.?

Does an employee of DCF or it's CBC entity have authority to do the performance of CPI investigations and the removing children without a warrant,to never allowing reunification.Acting as a fill in.In 2002

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answered on Mar 29, 2024

In 2002, employees of the Department of Children and Families (DCF) in Florida, including those in Polk County, were indeed involved in child protective investigations (CPI). These investigations are a critical part of the efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of children. The DCF, along with... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Construction Law for Florida on
Q: In the state of FL, what is the maximum late payment interest charges a contractor can charge a client for not paying on

In the state of Florida, what is the maximum late payment interest charges a contractor can charge a client for not paying on time? On top of the interest charges can a contractor add a fixed late payment monthly fee? Example 2% late payment fee penalty plus $100.00 per month

Pamela Marie Mori Holcombe
Pamela Marie Mori Holcombe
answered on Apr 8, 2024

Unfortunately, as with many issues regarding construction contracts, many of the rights and remedies are derived from the written terms and conditions of the agreement itself, rather from any statutory or regulatory authority. In very general terms, Florida law provides that no combination of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Small Claims for Florida on
Q: We won a lawsuit. Now the client is emailing threatening to sue again if we dont give her money. Can she do that?

She sued, we went to mediation, then court. The judge ruled in our favor, now today the woman started sending emails saying very negative things about the employee who handled the lawsuit, and saying if we dont give her money she will sue again. Is there anything we can do? Can she sue again?

Barbara Billiot Stage
Barbara Billiot Stage
answered on Mar 26, 2024

This forum is for general questions and answers. There is no way to tell from your post if someone could sue you or not a second time. At this point you need to consult with an attorney. Generally, someone cannot sue for the same thing twice as long as the case was decided on its merits.... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Contracts for Florida on
Q: Want to owner financing a mobile home in a community park (FYI-has lot rent thus no land) FL, do as Rent to Own or??

Considering owner financing “chattel” a mobile home in a community park with lot rent (thus no land). Location Flagler County Florida.

How do I draw up a contract that keeps parties fairly protected? Likely buyer needs title to insure, get tag/taxes (like a car DMV) and community park.... View More

Barbara Billiot Stage
Barbara Billiot Stage
answered on Mar 26, 2024

The easy answer is to see a lawyer. There is no guarantee the landlord would even allow the mobile home to stay on the lot if it's sold. Most mobile home parks have a waiting list and require the mobile home to be moved or at least get a background check and approval.

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2 Answers | Asked in Contracts and Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: My dad gave my sister permission to give a leasing company to rent out my dads house signed it with her.  then he moved

My sister is under investigation

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answered on Mar 30, 2024

When a family member grants permission for another to manage property affairs, such as leasing out a house, it's essential that all agreements are clearly documented and legally formalized. If your father signed an agreement allowing your sister to lease the house, this document should outline... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Contracts for Florida on
Q: What forms/documents I need to pay the neighbor downstairs for bathroom toilet leak?

Hello,

I have a neighbor downstairs who said a few months ago that there was a damage to her ceiling because of leak from my bathroom. I 'm an the owner of unit upstairs. I called the plumbing company then 6 months ago and they did water test in my apartment. Her bathroom ceiling was... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 31, 2024

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. At the very least, you'd probably want to use a release. Generally speaking, that's a form a claimant signs to confirm that they accept a certain sum of money to settle a claim. A local attorney who... View More

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