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I purchased a medical-grade device from a business that did not verify whether I have the proper license to use it. The company claims you don't need a license to own it, but industry standards and my research indicate that a license is required for business use. They provided minimal... View More

answered on Feb 14, 2025
If you can establish they were prohibited by law from selling it to you perhaps you have an argument. Admitting you have been using it illegally is a problem that would likely have consequences. For you to be absolved of any responsibility for not knowing you had to be licensed seems very unlikely.... View More
I registered for a computer IT training academy in 2021, paying about $2000. The promotional materials promised "a lifetime of community support" and "instructors, mentors, and advisors ready to work with you one-on-one until you find your dream job (and beyond)." However, I... View More

answered on Feb 14, 2025
Based on what you've described, there appear to be multiple potential contract violations and concerning practices by the IT training academy. The initial promise of lifetime support and the subsequent introduction of expiration terms after your contract signing could constitute a material... View More
I purchased a medical-grade machine for my business, paying $18,000. I later discovered it is a knock-off of the industry's leading product, which costs $13,000 and offers better quality and ongoing support. I still owe $6,000. The seller is giving me two options: return the machine and... View More

answered on Feb 14, 2025
You seem to be saying you have buyer's remorse? IF they LIED or MISREPRESENTED what they sold you and you reasonably relied upon the misrep(s) then you would have a claim against them. Good luck with it...
They .print odds on the back of the scratcher that are totally misleading
EDIT VERSION
Sonesta Corp
1Harass&retalia
by motel staff,including aggressive confrontations&false police reports.CA Civil Code Section 1942.5
2Intrusive Behavior
Unauthorized room entries w/o req notice CA Civil Code Section 1954
3Poor... View More
The price went up by several hundred dollars (much more than the 10% tariff). I wouldn't have thought they'd raise prices on existing inventory. Do I have a right to insist they honor their original quote?

answered on Feb 6, 2025
You have the right to demand whatever you want, but, they also have the right to tell you to pound sand. Most contracts have clauses to handle extraordinary circumstances like this. So, thank President Trump!
I bought a car from a mercedes dealership. I did a trade in for 2 cars plus a 15k security deposit. I signed the papers and about 3 weeks later they call and ask me to come and sign another contract and to put more money down. I did so not thinking too much about it and then 2 weeks after that they... View More

answered on Feb 5, 2025
Sounds like a Yo Yo scam plus...
an auto fraud attorney may be able to help?
Does it have any financial value?

answered on Feb 5, 2025
Go the the court clerk's office with your case number and request copies. It would probably be prohibitively expensive to obtain certified copies of each document in your file, and there is likely no reason to obtain certified copies of each document. It is highly unlikely that the documents... View More

answered on Feb 5, 2025
You may have a malpractice case.
Due to the expenses and nature of medical malpractice lawsuits, the extent of your harm and anticipated recovery will affect the viability of the case.
I recently refinanced my vehicle and contacted the dealership where I made the purchase on 10/14/23 to request my gap refund. Upon reviewing my contract, I discovered a charge labeled "cash price accessories." And no disclosure with my signature describing the charge. I discussed this... View More

answered on Feb 1, 2025
You have strong grounds to pursue compensation, especially since you've discovered charges for products that were never installed on your vehicle. This type of hidden or undisclosed charge can be considered a form of fraud, and California has robust consumer protection laws to address such... View More

answered on Jan 26, 2025
If your mortgage company charged you twice in one month and refuses to return the funds, start by gathering all your records. Review your bank statements, receipts, and the mortgage agreement to confirm the overcharge. This documentation will be critical when addressing the issue.
Next,... View More
A 3rd Party was involved with this issue they were supposed to cash it for me because at the time I had no I.D THEY Ended up opening an Account with Chase with it we were waiting for it to Clear,days later Chase Close the Account because they said it was suspicious and they thought it was fraud... View More

answered on Jan 24, 2025
I think it's best to go to your attorney and get it right as S/He has a duty to make sure you get your funds and s/he does not want to have issues with the trust account.
I have receipts for the payments. Guy reported inaccurate information. I’ve been denied two loans because of it. Guy harassed the hell out of me with phone calls and letters motivating me to sue the morgage servicer. FCRA and TCPA.

answered on Jan 24, 2025
Absolutely. If you have proof (like receipts or bank statements) that you’ve been making your mortgage payments on time, but the servicer is still reporting late or missed payments, that can form the basis of a lawsuit under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The FCRA requires companies to... View More
we hired a solar contractor to install a solar system, befor sighing anything i told them we want no roof penetrations, because we have a standing seem metal roof. the said no problem at all. before they began i reminded them about no holes in the roof. the job ran long and the last time workers... View More

answered on Jan 23, 2025
You may need to speak to someone on the licensed contractor's board for direction or certainly someone who knows this area of law...
no seats available in first-class. I was told to accept economy class seats or not travel. No alternative accommodations were offered. Subsequently, I was offered a non-transferable certificate of $2000 for future travel.
Days later, after my travel agent complained, I was told that the... View More

answered on Jan 23, 2025
Under the basic operations of law, if you pay for X you are entitled to receive X and not less, not more. From that standpoint, you try to get what you can. Complicating matters, "maritime" (at sea) and I think "common carrier" (in the air?) but certainly covering planes and... View More
She told me to try them for a while to adjust. That didn't work. Then she kept stringing me along for 8 months. She took them back finally and then said that the lab made an error. Then said that the lab didn't make an error. At that point I went to another doctor and had an exam and had... View More

answered on Jan 22, 2025
You have multiple valid grounds for seeking a refund, given the concerning pattern of behavior and substandard care you've received. The mobile locations without proper equipment, incorrect medical claims about glaucoma, and failure to properly address your vision issues all point to... View More
I prefer to speak please

answered on Feb 12, 2025
Based on your post, it sounds like you have already been doing research, since class actions involve others who have suffered harm similar to yours. You could reach out to attorneys to discuss. Law firms that handle class actions often tend to be larger with powerful resources. See if you could... View More
I told the 24 hour fitness employee my situation and he told me get out of the sauna or I’m shutting it down. I was embarrassed in front of a bunch of people. I told him shutting it down won’t stop anyone from slipping. I was wearing Skechers slip ons, they are easy to put on and take off.... View More

answered on Jan 21, 2025
You do have rights which might be protected under the Unruh civil rights act.
You should search for civil rights lawyers in the Bay Area, or in the county where you live.
I suggest you prepare a chronological statement of the facts, identify all the witnesses, and what they will... View More
My trial is mid February. Is there a way I can contact MCM to settle the debt so I don't have to go to trial? Who would I contact- the law firm for MCM or MCM directly? I understand if this is done, we would both have to put it in writing, but I'm not sure what legal forms I need to fill... View More

answered on Jan 21, 2025
I suggest that you contact the lawyers on the other side. If an agreement is made, they can prepare the written settlement agreement and notify the court.

answered on Jan 20, 2025
You probably need to search your title where land records are kept. If the subsurface rights were never severed from the fee then all title is in the present owner. You will probably need to go back at least 100 years or more.
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