I inhaled lots of fiberglass insulation and sustained a foot injury so I went to the ER.
Ouch. If you are a tenant, the landlord is likely to be liable. The landlord's insurance carrier may offer a settlement. You could take the settlement, or, if you can find an attorney to take the case, you could sue to see if you get more. If you hire an attorney, that might increase the... Read more »
Someone gave me a cash deposit to purchase my property. No contract was signed and no receipt was given. A month later he called me to cancel the deal. I told him I can not give him the deposit back. He started harassing my phone and threatening me. What should I do? Do I make a police report? Do I... Read more »
As Mr. Soble wrote, the sale agreement is not enforceable. The purchaser is entitled to a refund, but is not allowed by law to use a threat of violence or other unlawful means to try to collect. If the purchaser threatens your safety, call the police.
The "rule of law" to me means that in the conduct of our nation's affairs, we follow rules, rather than be governed by the whims of a dictator. The phrase could also refer to the rule that governs the outcome of a particular case.
Your question is more of a definitional... Read more »
Friend of mine sold me her house for very little money, and now a year later wants to take it back. I have a signed receipt from her and her ex husband. Will that be enough to stop her from kicking me out?
It may be enforceable as a contract for sale. It in not effective to transfer title unless it meets the requirements for a deed. It may be enough to defend against an eviction in court. I don't know how to answer the question whether it is "enough to stop her from kicking (you)... Read more »
I, the buyer, entered into a purchase agreement which stated closing would occur by 4/23. On 4/28, I instructed my realtor to cancel agreement. Seller refuses to sign release and my realtor is suggesting that I offer up a portion of my earnest money deposit to the seller to cover money spent with... Read more »
The answer depends upon whether your realtor is correct is his or her assessment of the issue whether you were within your rights when you claimed to cancel the agreement. You have not provided enough information to permit an assessment of that issue.
By real, you must mean effective. Find out which deed was recorded with the register of deeds. That will provide a partial answer, but we need more information in order to determine the state of title to the property.
The contract expires 3/8/2021. We notified the waste removal company that we intend not to renew the contract on 2/23/2021, but contract terms force us into renewal unless a certified letter was mailed on or prior to 1/8/2021. We are not happy with service, and we would like to avoid this ongoing... Read more »
The renewal provision is probably enforceable.
If the hauler is not performing in accordance with the contract, notify it in writing of the deficiency. Perhaps you can terminate the contract if the deficiency is not cured. Without a copy of the contract, I am at a disadvantage in trying... Read more »
is it legal for him to be taking ownership yet? what are my rights? how do i get an attorney for this matter? how do you proceed to probate?
If your brother was the joint tenant of the house with your father, he acquired sole title upon your father's death and would be within his rights to exclude others. However, if your father was the sole owner of the house, and died intestate (meaning without a will), then his children,... Read more »
Hired Home inspector before closing on a home. Inspector's report stated roof was in good condition for 6-10 years. I purchased home. Less than a month of owning home, Homeowners insurance company stated roof was in terrible condition. I had to replace roof before I could be insured. Looking... Read more »
I am skeptical of your chances because the typical home-inspection contract contains strong disclaimers. Also, no roof lasts forever and the characterizations of the condition are subjective. Given that the typical roof lasts for 20-30 years, the inspector’s estimate may not have been far off.... Read more »
Yes, one person can handle the sale. But what do you mean by the "sale"?
For the conveyance, you could have five each execute a power of attorney. Or, you could each execute a deed, but that would result in six recording fees being paid. Or, you could each execute a separate... Read more »
I’m not sure what you mean by a civil subpoena for a debt, but a judgment issued by in New York court is enforceable in any of the states. The United States Constitution requires that a stake in full faith and credit to judgment rendered in another state. That means that a judgment issued by a... Read more »
I co-own a property with someone who had a judgment lien attached to our property. It is expired after 5 years and was not rerecorded. I know it will show up in a title search but will it be an issue?
The title company, in issuing a policy of title insurance, should recognize its expiration after five years and not require that you take further action to confirm its expiration.
Accountant says I can turn it over to State of Michigan division of corporations.
There is no procedure for the state to accept a transfer to it of a membership interest in an LLC. It should be possible to resign as a member. You should consult with an attorney who can review the entire situation, and the accountant may be useful for advice as to potential tax consequences or... Read more »
We do not agree to the buy out amount they are asking us to give them. Not sure if Michigan law prohibits them selling the entire property (hunting land and a camp on the property). Are they only permitted to sell their portion?
It is possible to seek a partition of the land in court. A full description of the process is not possible. You should consult an attorney.
I am writing a paper for my AP Research course, but because there is no respondent I am unsure how to do so. In case you are unable to see what case I am referring to it is Courtney Wild's Petition for Writ of Mandamus to the US District Court for the Southern District of Florida. Thank you... Read more »
To cite a case in the form used in a legal brief, refer to "A Uniform System of Citation", also known as the Blue Book. A style guide for writers may be useful, depending upon the preference of your instructor and the rules you have been asked to use.
If you look up the case you... Read more »
The divorced individual has the same name as me. I have two middle names and the first one is the same as his. They won't clear the title, what do I do?
Inform the title company of the facts. They may want an affidavit from you to be filed with the register of deeds.
Business Court. I need an attorney for limited scope representation to dismiss an action by a LLC against a Member of the LLC. The question is whether the LLC in its own name may sue a Member without 90 day notice in advance and under what circumstances.
The Michigan LLC Act does not require advance notice prior to a suit against a member. Does the operating agreement for the LLC so provide? If not, and unless the LLC was formed in a jurisdiction that has an advance-notice requirement, there is no such requirement.
LLC filed a complaint against a MEMBER in the LLC on behalf of the LLC and the Judge said I have to have an attorney but a lawyer told me I don't need a lawyer because I am not defending the LLC
Yes. The LLC is a separate entity that cannot represent itself and therefore must be represented by an attorney.
The sister and brother are only heirs, the brother wants nothing. The sister said the landlord talked highly of us, she cannot have the expense of a second mortgage & she would like us to have the home yet needs to figure out the mortgage. She had asked us to keep depositing our monthly... Read more »
A probate case may be necessary in order for the heirs to convey title to the property. If you have the cash or could get financing to pay off the mortgage, the transaction is fairly simple for an attorney to handle.
I have a business called Crossnik Media. We are getting ready to run an introductory ad with the goal of getting some brand recognition for our new local business in Midland, MI. At the end, we say "Welcome to Crossnik Media", because throughout the ad, we're explaining our... Read more »
In order to give definitive advice to you I would want to know all of the facts, including your proposed use, but I can say for certain that the bank does not have exclusive rights to that the word "welcome". I don't see any possibility of confusion if you are using "welcome... Read more »
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