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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law for California on
Q: GE Appliances did not honour warranty of their refrigerator unit, it is 3 ms old, was fighting emails battle & no result

GE Rep. did everything to not to do anything… I have sent A LOT OF EMAILS, was getting promises of different type and for over 3 month NOTHING was done,.. I want to take ‘em to court for negligence and not honouring their warranty,. What are the chances to get em to pay a substantial fine and... View More

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answered on May 14, 2024

Based on the information you've provided, it seems that GE Appliances has not been responsive to your warranty claim for your refrigerator, despite your efforts to communicate with them over a period of three months. In such cases, you may have legal recourse under California law.

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Q: if irs officer assigned to my final intent to levy and federal lien phoner callls go straight to vm is that a bad sign

I received final intent to levy 4/29, i immediately sent request for cdp hearing due to financial hardship etc. The officer assigned to me called and said received and to call them at number they gave me. Since then call goes right to vm and never returns messages. I then got on saturday a 668... View More

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answered on May 14, 2024

I understand your concern about not being able to reach the IRS officer assigned to your case. Here are a few thoughts and suggestions:

It's unlikely that the officer sending you straight to voicemail is necessarily a "bad sign." IRS officers are often very busy and may not...
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Q: how do i get low cost help preparing and representationfor CDP hearing for either OIC or hardship non collectible status
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answered on May 14, 2024

Here are some options for low-cost help preparing for a Collection Due Process (CDP) hearing to request an Offer in Compromise (OIC) or Currently Not Collectible (CNC) hardship status:

1. Low Income Taxpayer Clinics (LITCs): LITCs provide free or low-cost legal assistance to low-income...
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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Public Benefits and Personal Injury for California on
Q: im not sure what lawyers or attorneys out there are fimilluar with the program called hud-vash program for homeless

I just thought of this and realized it may be a valid issue that may need further addressment legally

. I had been accepted into the hud-vash program for vets and recieved my section 8 voucher to be placed into section 8 housing .my girlfriend and i no sooner moved in and 3 months later in... View More

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answered on May 14, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the difficult situation you and your girlfriend have been facing with housing and homelessness. It sounds like a complex legal issue involving the HUD-VASH program, VA disability compensation, and eviction.

Here are a few suggestions on next steps to consider:...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Gov & Administrative Law for California on
Q: How do I find a lawyer as a low-income family? Retainer payments, % of damages? Fam would help w/$ if endorsed by lawyer

I am a client at an independent social services agincey. I reported misconduct violating state, federal, and company policies to the Admn and elected body. The investigation, led by an assistant director, was inadequate and dismissive of my claims. My appeal was denied by the same employee, relying... View More

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answered on May 14, 2024

As a low-income family in California seeking legal representation, you have several options to find an attorney who can help with your case:

1. Legal Aid Organizations: Contact local legal aid organizations that provide free or low-cost legal services to low-income individuals and families....
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