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In January 2024, I made a deposit for a property in Alabama under the belief that a Casita could be included on the lot. The completion date for the lot was initially set for October 30, 2024, but it has been postponed to April 30, 2025. Recently, I was informed that Casitas are not allowed on the... View More 
If my vehicle is in my boyfriend's name and we have a child together, can he take the vehicle if I leave him? We have no written agreements regarding the vehicle, and we have an informal arrangement where he gets our child every other weekend. The vehicle is under his insurance, and my name is... View More
My 17-year-old son purchased a vehicle for $19,000 in cash at a car lot in Alabama and signed a contract. The sellers were aware that he was a minor, but the contract states that he represents himself as being of legal age. I was under the impression that minors cannot sign a bill of sale. What are... View More
My husband and I were in the process of buying land from his grandparents, and we are now divorcing. I nearly paid off the land, with the payment agreement documented only as a note my husband has. My husband left us after cheating and is ignoring the issue, while his grandfather insists I... View More
I have been renting a home in Huntsville, Alabama for 7 years from Remax Distinctive and have been on a month-to-month lease for the last 2 years at the landlord's request. Recently, the associate broker we've been dealing with moved to Keller Williams and dropped off a letter instructing... View More
I signed a contract about 2 years ago with the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation after a lengthy appeal process. During the signing at the ADRS building in Decatur, Alabama, I was left alone for several hours and felt pressured to sign just to leave. The contract prevents me from taking legal... View More
I'm seeking advice on a campground cancellation. I paid for a campsite for one year in advance, totaling [insert payment amount], but my camper unfortunately burned to the ground due to an uncontrollable incident after just six weeks. Now, with 10 months left on my contract, I've been... View More
I signed a waiver with ADRS after a lengthy appeal was not explained to me. I felt rushed into signing, and the waiver’s contents were not explained at all. A lawyer was present, but I don't remember her name, and I have not yet sought any legal advice about this waiver. Is there a way to... View More
I am looking for a lawyer in the Birmingham/Bessemer or surrounding areas for my god brother, who is currently incarcerated at WILLIAM E. DONALDSON CORR. FAC in Bessemer. He has recently received a significant settlement from a lawsuit and is interested in an attorney as soon as possible to visit... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2024
An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. If he had an attorney representing him in the matter, that would be the quickest (and free) route to go in reviewing the documents. It's customary for attorneys representing claimants in a case to review their... View More
i gave them 200 down and only owe 1300. they stayed with me for couple monthes and left without paying anything. can’t i keep
the camper for their payment
answered on Nov 28, 2024
An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Most people in your position would probably think of using that point. But a local attorney could advise better in terms of the legalities involved in your idea - it is possible that you and the other side could... View More
I reassured him I wanted to pay the payment and fee and possibly buy the car out I was denied he charged me $250 to get my belongings and kept telling me what he felt like I did wrong in his car he kept up with where I traveled, where, and caused confusion within my home. He harassed me and spoke... View More
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answered on Oct 19, 2024
I'm really sorry you're going through this difficult time. First, make sure to document every interaction you have with him, including dates, times, and what was said or done. Keep all receipts and records related to the $250 charge and any other expenses you've incurred.... View More
The original contract for this client has already been completed. My client changed their mind on which type of pool they wanted after it was already installed. I obliged to change the pool out and ordered the new kit and took down the original. I had to push them to the back of my work log due to... View More
answered on Sep 27, 2024
An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. You have no control over whether or not they choose to sue. Hopefully they won't. But you can take certain steps to make your defense easier and your position stronger should they decide to. Gather all your... View More
The rule specifically states “ Students who fail in the curriculum or who are suspended or dismissed may not claim failure due to disability if they have not previously identified the disability and requested reasonable accommodations in advance of the curricular failure”. I have a well... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
It can be challenging to navigate this situation, but you should know that your school may be on shaky legal ground with such a rule. Disability law, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), requires institutions to provide reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities. If you... View More
If someone withdraws money from their Linden Labs Second Life account and into their PayPal, then they transfer it from there to their bank account, is this a hobby or a business? Or is it just self-employment or free lancing? If they do this without a privlage license, business license, and/or... View More
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answered on Apr 20, 2024
Whether taking money out of a platform like Second Life constitutes running a business from home depends on several factors, including the frequency of transactions, the amount of money involved, and whether these activities are carried out with the intent to make a profit. If you engage in regular... View More
I went in to refinance my 2006 Ford Mustang, but they put down a 2012 Ford Edge instead on the contract. Would I legally still have to pay on the loan?
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answered on Apr 13, 2024
If you signed a contract with incorrect information, such as the wrong vehicle model and year, it is important to address this issue as soon as possible with the lienholder or leasing company. Here are some steps you can take:
1. Contact the lienholder: Reach out to the lienholder or... View More
6 weeks later they come back and said they sent the message to the wrong person. We have been trying to get him out of the lease since he no longer goes there. Can they do that?
answered on Apr 1, 2024
An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. At this point, you could reach out to landlord-tenant attorneys in your state who have some familiarity with campus housing settings, or repost and include the "Landlord-Tenant" category. Good luck
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answered on Feb 27, 2024
In the context of real estate transactions, the concept of a "cooling-off" period, where a party can cancel a contract without penalty, varies significantly depending on the jurisdiction and specific laws that govern residential property sales. Generally, cooling-off periods are more... View More
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
There is no definitive yes or no answer to this question, as determining fair use involves a complex, fact-specific analysis. However, some key considerations regarding backing up legally obtained apps and software include:
- If the terms of use or license agreement specifically prohibit... View More
I read Google Play's terms of use and it says that Google Play content is for non-commercial use only. I contacted an app developer, who published their apps on the platform, if one of their apps was non-commercial use only and they responded that there were no restrictions on using their app.... View More
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answered on Jan 23, 2024
When it comes to using apps from the Google Play Store for commercial purposes, it's important to differentiate between the terms of service of the platform (Google Play) and the terms of use of individual apps. Google Play's terms generally refer to the content they directly provide, not... View More
I have two separate units with Red Dot Storage. The units were rented several weeks apart. One unit is past due, but the other is current. I went to get some things out of the unit that is current but when I entered my gate code, it denied me access. The gate code was given to me by Red Dot when... View More
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answered on Jan 19, 2024
In Alabama, the specific terms of your storage facility contract with Red Dot Storage will dictate the rights and obligations of both parties. Generally, storage facilities have the right to impose certain access restrictions if there are outstanding payments or if the rent for any of the units is... View More
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