When we purchased the home we had a wood destroying pest inspection and there were no known issues disclosed. They also did not disclose that this was not the owners primary residence and they had to evict someone to sell it. It was a POA who sold the home. We purchased the home 4/12/24 and had a... View More
answered on Apr 23, 2024
Risk versus reward. Mr. Zichi provided a comprehensive answer. People greatly underestimate the costs, both in terms of time and money, it takes to litigate issues in court. Even if you were to prove your case, and a judge says "you're right, they're wrong", you still have to... View More
What to do if they won't give my dog back
answered on Apr 12, 2024
Not sure anything can be done. Presumptively, this was all done verbally; you have nothing in writing. Generally, when you give someone something, it becomes theirs once they accept the gift. There are no "give backs" under the law. Nothing would prevent them from giving the dog away now... View More
Was charge with intent delivery...
answered on Apr 12, 2024
Possession can be actual or constructive. Knowledge can be established with circumstantial evidence (e.g. if something was found on the dashboard, a fact-finder - the jury - can infer that you were aware of it.
As a very general proposition, a driver is responsible for anything in the car.... View More
January 20 to 22 no power, but I hadn't driven it since the 12 January. I was not ever informed that I violation and I also called them and they said that I had no violation. I got a lawyer but I am not feeling that I am a priority and I need my license. How confident should I be in getting it... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2024
No one - including your lawyer - can tell you with any certainty that you will get your license restored. The administrative hearing officers take a lot of factors into account. Most important, perhaps, is your ability to convince the hearing officer that you are and have been stone-cold sober over... View More
The agreement was turned into the court. I called the court and asked the court if we can stop the judge from signing it as both of us want to reconcile our marriage. I did it without letting my lawyer know. I know not a smart decision, now my lawyer is calling me about it. I'm freaking out.... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2024
Not wise, for sure, to call the court without your lawyer. Your lawyer ostensibly wants what you want; did you think he or she would be mad that you want to reconcile? It makes absolutely no difference to him or her.
If the judgment has not been signed, your lawyer - working with the other... View More
How can the friend of the court enter you into a contract without your consent and don't you have the constitutional right to contract or not to contract
answered on Apr 7, 2024
If it's child support that the state is trying to collect from you, your "consent" is not required. By being the legal father to a child in Michigan who either has or is receiving state assistance, you are on the hook for child support. Simply put: the child's right to the... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2024
Not necessarily. Is this a custody or divorce case? If so, the 1st hearing is usually to establish a temporary order: figure out what's going on and how to keep things from getting worst. There's usually a lot of discovery and exchange of evidence left to do.
have been thinking of making some major renovations to his home. However, I want to ensure my investment is protected in case he dies, we separate, etc. What is the best option to accomplish this? Note, he is in full agreement of us having some type of legal document to protect both our interests.
answered on Mar 28, 2024
Best option would be to put your name on the deed as a joint owner. That way, even if you separate, you would be entitled to a portion of the proceeds upon sale of the house. Another alternative would be for him to complete an estate plan, and preferably a lady bird deed naming you as the... View More
Bluebook difference was about $700 difference. I didnt realize it until about 6 months later. I still have 2 screen shots of the advertisement. I called and complained in 2020 but didn't hear anything back after talking to a supervisor telling him i was not making any more payments until this... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2024
Consider talking with a consumer rights attorney who can advise you on what remedies may be available through Michigan's consumer protection act. I suspect though that once you accepted delivery of this motorcycle, and had it for at least 6 months before noticing anything, it may be difficult... View More
Does employer have to send income withholding amount in a certain amount of time? If they don't what can I do? How come amount deducted isn't the same as amount received?
answered on Mar 25, 2024
There is a fee for services, which is why the amount deducted doesn't match the amount received. Your employer must comply with the income withholding order timely. But ultimately you are responsible for the entire amount owed.
I am a 21 year old struggling porn addict who has purchased online content from onlyfans, and Fansly. But then on Instagram some people steal onlyfans content and market it as their own to scam others and they sell it over instagram and Snap chat. They ask for payment over Venmo, apple pay and... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2024
Your parents are right to be worried. It sounds like you are taking reasonable precautions against being caught up in anything really illegal. However, as you know, the sources you are getting stuff from are not on the up-and-up. A lot of scams happens behind porn because people assume you'll... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2024
Depends...different types of cases could be assigned different case numbers even from the same event. For example, you could be charged with a felony, a city misdemeanor, or a civil infractions; those would all have separate numbers. Further, if you were charged with felonies, you would always have... View More
My partner was at work and busy when he responded "sure" and he was also given incorrect information that we have since found out isn't correct. The tenant took advantage of my sweet partner and threatened me with an attorney because we decided that we could not fulfill his request.... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2024
Possibly. I think a judge could find that the text communication is a sufficient writing. The other issue is that the request isn't really an amendment to the lease; it sounds like he's asking to terminate the lease.
Bigger question for you is: why not let this tenant leave and... View More
They are almost 16 and 14. They don't like the atmosphere there. Don't feel wanted. They cry every time they have to go. They are quiet and upset about going. They are afraid to say something to him for fear of retaliation at them.
answered on Mar 4, 2024
Short answer is: yes, you need to send them. Is this a new issue? What's changed? A judge is going to want answers to those questions, and at your sons' ages, the judge may want those answers from your boys in the form of an in camera interview after the filing of a proper motion.
I have been living with my partner 3.5 years, supporting him and the home most of it. He and his ex gf own the home. In that time his son has only been here a handful of times, his daughter none, as she wants nothing to do with him. Until 2 days after his hospitalization, in which I was served with... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2024
You are in a very tough spot. The ex-girlfriend is a co-owner of the house and so she can evict you. I did not see you indicate that you are legally married to your partner. If that's the case, and in the absence of legal documents to the contrary signed by your partner, you have a tough... View More
I bought my home from him and he also abandoned his vehicle on my property.
answered on Feb 29, 2024
Yes. You can sue them. The person will either answer and appear, or not. The judge will determine whether they are actually in default and if so, what the judgment amount is. It is then your responsibility to collect it legally. Unfortunately, you may find that the person who owes you this money... View More
One of the jurors left and the middle of deliberation and did not come back the next day does the judge or the prosecutor have to notify the defendant that the juror did not come back
answered on Feb 29, 2024
An event like this would ordinarily be disclosed to the defendant on the record but outside the presence of the remaining jurors. The prosecutor likely knows nothing more about the circumstances than the defense attorney; court staff would alert the judge to the juror issue, and the judge would... View More
Am I screwed?
On June 11 last year while I was at church my wife abandoned our marital home and took the kids with her, the very next day she filed a ppo with a petition full of lies and false allegations about me physically and verbally abusing her (with no evidence of course) we had a... View More
answered on Feb 28, 2024
You sound like you are aware this will be an uphill battle. Are you screwed? No! Of big concern is why you haven't seen the kids in 8 months; is that because you never raised this issue with the court or your soon-to-be ex is just not complying with the order? I think with that amount of time... View More
I have without success tried to consult with an attorney that option has not been made available to me.
The deceased was pronounced dead in the hospital in Michigan. Am I correct that the death certificate should have been signed by the chief medical officer based on available records or... View More
answered on Feb 29, 2024
To answer your question more succinctly: Ordinarily a death certificate would be signed by the doctor present at the time of death. The cause(s) of death would be those known to the doctor at the time or based on medical records. It is not uncommon for there to be multiple causes of death, and the... View More
My ex wife were in court arguing over a boat that was to be sold following our divorce. The judge asked why it hasn’t been sold and then asked me if I would be willing to buy it at $11,000, I replied yes. The judge then asked if my ex would accept that and her lawyer said they will have to... View More
answered on Feb 26, 2024
I think you might be stuck and here's why:
As a matter of basic contract principles, what happened is that you made an offer when the judge asked whether you were willing to buy them out. That offer wasn't accepted immediately ("...they will have to discuss and get back to... View More
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