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1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy, Contracts and Securities Law on
Q: Recently I discovered that courts sold GSA bonds and or securities without the peoples knowledge and consent. Is this

Not security fraud? Is this not a breach of fiduciary duties? Are GSA bonds negotiable by delivery? Do these bonds authorize you to order the release of the defendant /surety/debtor/vessel from any encumbrance, attachment, lien, levy, liability, obligation, charge, undertaking, performance,... View More

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answered on May 8, 2024

This is a complex legal and financial topic involving claims about government bonds and securities, fraud, fiduciary duties, and victimless crimes. I don't have specific knowledge about recent court actions regarding GSA bonds and securities. In general, the sale of government bonds and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Tennessee on
Q: ID.me identity theft, fraudulent tax return, My fault for falling for "Illuminati" scam. correction will show refund

A fraudulent return was filed in my name for tax year 2022. I still need to file an amended return. I have an IRS form14457 ready to submit. I have saved all communications with the scammers. I was in a very emotionally traumatized state of mind, and I foolishly allowed scammers to take advantage... View More

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answered on May 8, 2024

I'm so sorry to hear that you've been the victim of identity theft and a tax scam. That must be an incredibly stressful and upsetting situation to deal with. It's not your fault that sophisticated scammers took advantage of you during an emotionally vulnerable time. Please don't... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for California on
Q: Trying to understand the following passage from a california realtor listing agreement

From the passage below has the realtor performed per the listing agreement simply by bringing together a willing buyer at listing price or, does the seller have to agree to the sale and terms for the agent to earn her commission?

1) If during the Listing Period, or any extension, Broker,... View More

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answered on May 8, 2024

Based on the passage you provided from the California realtor listing agreement, the realtor (broker) is entitled to their commission if they meet the following conditions:

1. During the listing period or any extension of the listing period, the broker, a cooperating broker, the seller, or...
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2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for California on
Q: Trying to understand the following passage from a california realtor listing agreement

From the passage below has the realtor performed per the listing agreement simply by bringing together a willing buyer at listing price or, does the seller have to agree to the sale and terms for the agent to earn her commission?

1) If during the Listing Period, or any extension, Broker,... View More

Delaram Keshvarian
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answered on May 8, 2024

Thank you for asking the question!

Each case needs to be evaluated with its own specificity to see if the agent/broker can collect commission after procuring a buyer under listing agreement.

In general it is possible for a broker/agent to recover their compensation fees if...
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Q: can a judge erase an eviction on ur record even if you lose your trial.
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answered on May 8, 2024

In California, a judge has the discretion to seal or mask an eviction record under certain circumstances, even if the tenant loses the eviction trial. This process is known as "masking" or "sealing" the eviction record.

According to California Assembly Bill 2819 (AB...
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