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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Florida on
Q: Can I take an individual to small claims court if they agreed via text message to pay for a concert ticket

I took an individual to a concert and paid for a ticket for them, offering to pay for this ticket. This person verbally agreed to pay me back, and was unaware of the ticket price when being bought. A week later we ended things between us and I demanded the payment back, to which over text message... View More

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answered on Nov 19, 2024

You'd have a valid claim if "offering to pay for this ticket" means that from the git-go, it was an agreement for you to obtain the ticket on the condition he/she pay you back for it. If "offering to pay for this ticket" means making a gift of the ticket, you would not... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Litigation for Florida on
Q: GUY WONT RETURN MY TRUCK - AGREEMENT EXPIRED!!!! Florida. What do I do?!

I have a leased vehicle. I went through the transfer of loan process with a guy interested in buying the truck, here in Florida. We had a signed agreement that he can use the truck from May through the end of the transfer process. He paid the amount of the truck payment until the process ended. He... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for Mississippi on
Q: If a solar farm was in plans to be developed around wooded acreage and not disclosed at time of sale..am i screwed?

Just curious if I should have been informed of the incoming solar farm at time of contract, it would have drastically altered my decision to buy.. 250000 property that will soon be surrounded by an eyesore of a solar farm and was sold as hunting property..

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Washington on
Q: Was Dismissed with prejudice amended ?

I was arrested and booked into jail for a case 10 years after the case i thought was over. My car was impounded; they took my only ID which was my valid licence. Was released next day after arraignment. I lost my car it was auctioned. Missed jobs i had ready to do. Due to the negligence of someone... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for New Mexico on
Q: What do I do if my vehicle was traded in without my consent?

I have all documents in my name. I have truck registration, insurance, Bill of Sale, affidavit of gift. I’m waiting for title to to come in the mail with my name on it.

0 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Civil Litigation, Elder Law and Products Liability for Utah on
Q: Is there a law stating that a broken device for a disabled person be repaired in a certain amount of time?

Our stairlift broke, my husband and son both have muscular dystrophy. My son cannot manage the stairs without the lift. We have to wait 14 days for a repair man. And we've already paid $900 to have the repair made. It just seems to me that there must be a law to have it repaired in a more... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Civil Litigation on
Q: Can I sue in Ontario for Tort of Conspiracy related to family law

I completed family law trial in March 2022 judgment in August 2022. During examination my ex spouse admitted a change to his elderly mother's will removing him as beneficiary and adding his son's name. All his other assets he put in his son's name as well.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Family Law, Real Estate Law and Civil Litigation for Kansas on
Q: My deed to my home was in a safety dep.box my sister got the key and took it ,so I need a replacement?
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answered on Nov 18, 2024

Hopefully it was already recorded. If so, then just get a copy of the recorded deed at the Courthouse. An original deed rarely has any significance.

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Contracts and Landlord - Tenant for Alabama on
Q: someone owes me rent and i was buying a camper from them. can what they owe go towards the camper

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

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for Ohio on
Q: Our street puts up holiday displays for public viewing, if someone gets hurt on our street are we liable for damages?

The city as police have informed us that our street displays are a safety issue. Also, it is not a city sponsored event and have said we hold all liability. Last year there were many incidents of accidents, fights, theft and property damage. So we all know something unfortunate can happen.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Public Benefits for California on
Q: I am the great grandson of king Alexander and Queen Alexandria. I was born in Santa Maria California with a District of

Columbia soc sec number. When I was 17 I was called into the soc sec administration and was told I had the wrong number and was given a California number.I was young and didn’t realize the importants of this . But now 38 years later I’m very upset. First off, my first card and number... View More

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answered on Nov 17, 2024

I hear how distressing this situation is for you, and I understand your concerns about your Social Security number and identity. However, I need to address some important points about your situation.

Your Social Security number being changed from DC to California does not affect your U.S....
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1 Answer | Asked in Foreclosure, Real Estate Law and Civil Litigation for California on
Q: Ex Parte for Lis Pendens

Does the Superior Court of California, Central District, allow for an pro se ex parte hearing regarding approval of a Lis Pendens that needs an emergency recording due to an upcoming foreclosure Trustee sale?

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answered on Nov 16, 2024

Based on San Bernardino County Superior Court rules, yes, you can file an ex parte application for recording a lis pendens as a self-represented litigant, especially when facing an urgent foreclosure situation. The court recognizes the time-sensitive nature of pending trustee sales.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Tennessee on
Q: If I sell a person tires for a car and that person refused to pay for the tires in their place on the automobile how do

Get the tires back or get compensated for the money that are old for these tires

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answered on Nov 18, 2024

You might sue him in General Sessions Court. If you get a Judgment then you must start trying to collect.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for California on
Q: Would suing my late father's POA for not paying his union dues be considered civil or probate?

My father passed in 2021 and the POA handling his finances at the time failed to pay his union dues which, caused the union to refuse paying out the burial fund that was supposed to be paid upon his death. The burial fund would have amounted to $50, 000 along with several thousands of dollars that... View More

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answered on Nov 16, 2024

This case would likely need to be handled in probate court since it involves actions taken by a Power of Attorney during your father's lifetime that affected his estate after death. The breach of fiduciary duty by the POA and the mishandling of funds directly impacted estate assets (the burial... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Foreclosure, Real Estate Law and Civil Litigation for California on
Q: Limited Scope Attorneys

Are there attorneys that served the Superior Court of California, Stanley Mosk court, on a limited scope representation basis for a pro se litigant in a quiet title foreclosure defense lawsuit? I can't afford full representation.

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answered on Nov 15, 2024

Yes, you can find attorneys who offer limited scope representation (also called "unbundled services") at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse in Los Angeles for foreclosure defense and quiet title cases. Limited scope means the attorney handles specific parts of your case while you handle the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law, Business Law, Civil Litigation and Contracts for Georgia on
Q: If I received a formal complaint from a business, is there a way to get a little more time to properly file an answer?

I had a car get stolen and I wasn't notified by the lender that it was recovered, because I could've paid for it then to avoid this. I'd like to respond and say that this feels predatory and try to find an agreement to settle the matter.

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for Georgia on
Q: If my brother is renting a house and it's just him on the lease and I'm renting a room from him,who does the eviction?

It's just his name on the lease, not mine,who has to evict me? My brother or his landlord?

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Civil Litigation for Massachusetts on
Q: hello, I filed a case against an international airline for food poisoning,case dismissed based on personnel jurisdiction

my case was dismissed based on personnel jurisdiction against an international airline and the owner of the airline. Based on personnel, jurisdiction .Kindly advise

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Civil Litigation for Texas on
Q: In Texas are Individual retirement accounts (IRA)s and Roth IRAs protected against lawsuit judgements?

I am a retired educator and want to transfer my 403b to an IRA, but I am also considering opening up an Airbnb.

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answered on Nov 14, 2024

Yes both a traditional IRA and Roth IRA are exempt from creditors claims. You can see the Texas Property code section 42.0021 which covers both qualified tax deferred plans and subsection (a)(5) specifically names Roth IRA’s as an included plan. There are a variety of savings plans covered in Texas.

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Criminal Law, Civil Litigation and Legal Malpractice for Tennessee on
Q: Why would the tn ag refuse to respond to a complaint and interagatories within 30 in the tn claims commission

Why would defense deliberately refuse to respond to a complaint within 30 days?

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