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account to joint account but M did not. Broker wants notarized joint instruction from L&M prior to trading. M now refuses to cooperate. L's $25K now locked up, in limbo. What can a lawyer do for L?
answered on Dec 28, 2014
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That will depend on the terms of the parties' agreement. Ideally, the parties should have a detailed written agreement which details the parties' respective rights and... View More 
My grandfather passed away, his will contains the verbiage:
"Divide the assets between my children and grandchildren as mentioned below:"
Below that, his children's names are mentioned, but there are no mentions of any grandchildren.
Being a grandchild, do I... View More
answered on Dec 26, 2014
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I am sorry for your loss. If your grandfather's will specified the names of persons who should share in his estate, and your name was not listed, likely he did not intend to... View More
answered on Dec 26, 2014
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It seems like you were the victim of a variation of the "Nigerian e-mail" scam. You will likely be liable to your bank for the portion of the fake check amount that you... View More
Also I am actively looking in the market to buy my own house. Is it possible to get my license and then buy my own house to eliminate getting a buyer's agent. Please advise. Thanks.
answered on Dec 26, 2014
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It is not necessary for a buyer or seller to use a real estate broker when they are buying or selling their own real estate. That said, unless you have proper experience in real... View More
It has been almost 3 months and she wants the items back to pay for repiping in the house she bought from us. (We swapped houses). She thinks we knew about it, but we didn't. We disclosed what we knew. She also refused an inspection.
answered on Dec 25, 2014
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The answer depends on what "items" you are referring to. Real property refers to land and fixtures (i.e., any tangible property permanently attached to land). Personal... View More
Which of the following is an inexhaustible energy resource?
a.
coal
c.
water
b.
oil
d.
natural gas
answered on Dec 25, 2014
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The prefixes to Los Angeles Superior Court case numbers indicate the court district and the type of the action. You can see the matrix at this webpage... View More
I notice a lot of "new" inventory on used car lots are listed as $1.00. Orange county, CA.
answered on Dec 25, 2014
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You need to read the advertisement carefully, including any fine print. When you have a good understanding of the advertisement terms, you can try to purchase it.
My neighbor gets angry is my car bumper goes on to his property line but it's in the street so doesn't that make it public parking access to anyone?
answered on Dec 25, 2014
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You can park on the public streets when it's allowed. Try to park so your car does not extend into anyone's property or block anyone's driveway.
Good evening,
The unlawful detainer was filed on 11/04/14. I have yet to be served.
An attorney @Asian American Advancing Justice Foundation (which cannot assist me on this matter) suggested that I contact the courthouse & request the current status. I was told the judge... View More
answered on Dec 25, 2014
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After the plaintiff (landlord) files unlawful detainer action, he will need to serve summons and complaint on the defendants (tenants, occupants, etc.). Personal service of the... View More
The property went into escrow and the appraiser has already appraised it and taken pictures. The previous landlord collected half the rent we were informed that a new landlord was coming to view the property he never showed now the previous landlord wants the rest of the rent and is threatening to... View More
answered on Dec 25, 2014
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So long as your existing landlord continues to hold title to the property, he may continue to collect rent and may bring unlawful detainer action for nonpayment of rent. Be sure to... View More
Gift from family to Ca resident
answered on Dec 24, 2014
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The answer to your question depends on the amount of gift and the year in which it was made. For years 2014 and 2015, there is an annual exclusion of $14,000 per donee per year.... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2014
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No, a party to a lawsuit may bring his/her own appeal. However, appeals are fairly technical, and individuals who are not familiar with the appellate process should consider... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2014
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No, there is no need to notarize the Preliminary Change of Ownership (PCO) form. County recorder requires notarization for most documents that need to be recorded. PCO is an... View More
they want to build on it, but they won't buy me out, and i cannot get anyone to buy me out.
can they build on it, if i do not agree?
answered on Dec 24, 2014
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If you cannot workout your differences with your co-owners, you may have to bring an action for partition. Be sure to consult your own attorney to protect your legal rights.
answered on Dec 24, 2014
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This is a contractual matter. The window covering business owner can set its contract terms; it would be up to the potential customers to accept these terms, or take their business... View More
erect a "temporary fence" during demolition of their burnt-out building located next to my home. I'm inclined to say "NO!"
answered on Dec 24, 2014
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It would be your choice to give or refuse permission. You need to consider whether permitting the fence would cause you any damage, and also whether preventing the building of the... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2014
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Pro bono is short for the Latin phrase "pro bono publico" which literally means "for the benefit of the public." Some professionals (including attorneys) may... View More
Do they have a right to collect any money in California?
answered on Dec 24, 2014
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That depends on the type of the loan. In California, a lender cannot collect deficiency on a purchase money loan. On other secured loans, however, the lender may pursue borrower... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2014
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The answer depends on the terms of the settlement. When the parties settle by entering a stipulation for entry of a court order, assuming the stipulation is proper, the court will... View More
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