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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.
I won a judgement on a Taylor Belleville CDJR auto dealership but all I know is David Taylor Is the owner who lives in Florida .I have no contact info to help in getting the collection process started, The property owner is listed in his property records as the name of his business is the owner .... View More
Purchased solar from company with financing. When finalizing the loan, the loan was reworked for a lower price. When I asked the salesman from the solar company if the lower price was correct, the salesman said yes and to sign the loan papers. A year after the activation, I was contacted to do a... View More
answered on Jan 21, 2025
Generally speaking they cannot renegotiate the price once an agreement has been reached. However, "mistake" is a potential defense that could be asserted under the facts presented in your description. You may seek to enforce the terms of the original agreement.
I'm a small business owner and I purchased 2 cars and the percentage rate and monthly payments were higher than normal. They made it impossible on purpose and targeted me.
He has admitted in writing that he owes us money but has now gone awol.
How can I get the debt cleared from my credit report. They already sent the debt to collections.
answered on Jan 17, 2025
If you signed the the lease or a guarantee, you are liable for the debt.
answered on Jan 17, 2025
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Unit is a 2 unit apartment for 20+ years.Fee was added15 months after closing and inspection by sewer authorities
I had they have tacked on $10,000 in intrest totalling over $14,000. They have already got $7,000 from garnishing me this last year over a 16year old judgement.
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answered on Jan 16, 2025
Filing amendments to a certificate of assignment and pursuing a quiet title action in California involves several important steps. You'll want to prepare and file the amendment document first, clearly stating the corrections needed for the certificate of assignment.
For the quiet title... View More
I provide equipment rentals as part of my freelance services. California recently established the Freelance Worker's Protection Act which stipulates that I may collect up to double the amount stipulated in a contract for professional services when a client does not pay on time or at all. If... View More
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answered on Jan 16, 2025
The FWPA primarily focuses on the payment for services rendered by freelance workers. If an equipment rental is viewed as an ancillary part of the services you provide (for example, tools or equipment necessary to complete a freelance project), it may be argued to fall under the umbrella of... View More
They are now attempting to get fees for the private investigator he hired to surveil me. I cannot afford to continue to pay this garnishment. I am a single mother of 4 and a public elementary school teacher.
answered on Jan 17, 2025
In order for there to be a garnishment there must be an order that was entered against you requiring you to pay those fees. Once there is an order for you to pay, there are post-judgment collections that the party who is owed money can exercise and garnishment of wages and bank accounts fall under... View More
Now they are asking for even more. I am pro se as I cannot afford an attorney as I am a single mother of 4 and a Public Elementary School Teacher. Please help.
I got served this morning with paperwork from justice court pertaining to DFS and my child’s medical bills that I was told were going to be completely covered by DFS back in 2019 when my case was first opened.
answered on Jan 20, 2025
If you were served with a summons and complaint, or similar legal papers, that would generally mean you have a short window of time in which to respond. In most places nationwide, it ranges from around 20 to 30 days, depending on method of service. As my colleague correctly advises, it would be... View More
I am disabled. I take 26 med daily and chemotherapy once per week. So my income is limited. About a year ago, my doctor wanted me to try a new infusion medication. I called the infusion center and gave them my insurance. I asked what my out of pocket costs would be per monthly treatment. Because... View More
Hired a company to excavate land and it did not complete the job and has refused to complete the job or give back funds for not completing the work. I served the LLC the complaint on 11/16/2024, LLC has not responded to the complaint.
answered on Jan 13, 2025
Generally, a plaintiff can file a motion for a default judgment in court or possibly seek an application of default before the clerk. Besides New York statutory laws (mostly the CPLR), each particular court and/or Judge may have their own rules for submitting such a motion or application.
I was just given this information for advice I know it's late I apoligize.
My vehicle was seized, I have a disability and it is essential to go to work and appointments, with that in mind, would the vehicle be under tools in the execution act to retrieve my vehicle back?
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4) Aids and devices owned by a debtor that are required by the debtor or the... View More
My ex changed my passwords and then stopped paying the bill. Spectrum told me I wasn't responsible since his card is on file. Now they sent me to collections and pretend that conversation never happened. Is this identity theft?
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