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answered on May 19, 2015
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I am not clear what you are asking. Are you making your own investment, or do you intend to sell an investment in real estate to third parties? If you are making your own investment,... View More 
answered on May 19, 2015
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You can search the Fair Employment and Housing Act at this web page http://www.dfeh.ca.gov/Publications_FEHADescr.htm. Be sure to consult your own attorney to protect your legal rights.
answered on May 19, 2015
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Generally, you can file for bankruptcy protection while an action is pending against you. However, there are certain claims/causes of action that are not dischargeable in... View More
we have a bid in for 240 K contingency termite repairs to be completed can seller raise the price in any way after she has accepted the bid which she has done at this point?
answered on Apr 30, 2015
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Your question is not clear: did you enter a contract to purchase the property or to have termite repairs done on the property? If both parties have agreed to a contract at a fixed... View More
answered on Apr 30, 2015
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The answer will depend on the terms of your agreement. I suggest you retain an attorney and review the agreement with your attorney.
answered on Apr 13, 2015
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This is a question you should be asking your estate planning attorney. If your trust was "amended and restated," generally, it may not be necessary to retain the... View More
answered on Apr 13, 2015
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I am sorry for your loss. Since your father died intestate, you will need to probate his estate.
He was put on deed when I took out a 2nd mortgage when my daughter and him were married. They are now divorced and I want to refi, but he wants me to give him $10,000. to sign. He never lived in the house or was on the loan. He just signed because he was married to my daughter. I thought he was... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2015
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Anyone on title is presumed to have ownership interest, unless you can prove otherwise. It is possible that the divorce decree affected his interest in the property. Otherwise, you... View More
Seller has not accepted or turned down our full price offer, but now wants to raise the asking price.
answered on Mar 25, 2015
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So long as the seller is not bound by a sales contract, the seller may be able to change the asking price. The statute of frauds requires that a contract for the purchase and sale... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2015
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You question is a bit unclear to me. If by insurance you are referring to liability insurance coverage, the answer is no -- having such insurance is not pre-requisite for sale.... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2015
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Generally, the answer is no. However, under certain circumstances (e.g., unexpired lease, rent control ordinance) he may have to compensate you. Be sure to consult your own... View More
He chipped my front tooth and he needs to be held responsible for dental bills
answered on Mar 23, 2015
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If you have been the victim of a crime, drive to your local law enforcement office and file your police report. The police will not pursue your monetary damages for you. To recover... View More
The merchant acknowledge refund for merchandise but refuses refund of shoddy installation service. To complicate matters, I am up against their imposed time limit for refund.
answered on Mar 23, 2015
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It is very difficult to answer your question without knowing the terms of your agreement with this "merchant," and how the installation was deficient. I suggest you... View More
answered on Mar 19, 2015
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Your question is not clear. What is the JD supposed to get back to you with?
answered on Mar 17, 2015
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If you are referring to a transaction for the purchase and sale of real estate, then the answer is no. A contract for the purchase and sale of real estate needs to be in writing,... View More
answered on Mar 17, 2015
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If your father is the sole owner of the property, and your father has no estate plan dealing with the property, then your father's estate will need to go through probate. The... View More
Owner was not feeding dogs on a regular basis.
answered on Mar 17, 2015
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Depending on the facts, you may have various causes of action against your neighbor such as negligence, or for strict liability under Section 3342 of the California Civil Code. You... View More
answered on Mar 17, 2015
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After you have an estate plan in place, you are able to revise your estate plan when necessary.
answered on Mar 17, 2015
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If you feel you are able to properly fill out the forms, you can file a bankruptcy petition on your own. Otherwise, you should retain an attorney.
answered on Mar 15, 2015
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No, you have the option to represent yourself in a civil action, which is often referred to as "in propria persona" or "in pro. per." appearance. Before deciding... View More
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