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Property in Sarasota, Fl and will close in 45 days. This restriction has cause a 6' x 14' section of driveway to be omitted rendering my house to look different from the same houses in the community. Was told the driveway would be too close to the sidewalk. Plans were approved by builder... View More 
I am a senior citizen who had a non-profit agency do some work on my home. The contractor caused a flood in the bathroom with damage to it, leaked through the ceiling and damaged a second bathroom and the laundry room downstairs. The non-profit refuses to repair the damage the contractor caused... View More
This is for the state of Wisconsin.
I hired someone to grade and gravel a shared dirt road easment. We have no written contract. He assured me the grading and gravel used for the job would provide a sufficient and durable road that would last for many years. We expressed our concerns prior to his finish day, of the gravel being too... View More
I lived in the house on the property with my wife for 7 years with the garage on same property. The land stayed in her mother's name but all was in agreement that the land was hers and mine. I put a roof heating and air system and several other things in the house and paid for all of it... View More
Last year in Texas I hired a contractor to work on our house as part of an insurance claim. He offered to reimburse me for what I paid the public adjuster when the insurance company slow-walked the process, after I had paid him the full amount for a completed job. I paid him the agreed price. He... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2025
It would be highly unusual for a commercial general liability policy to cover your legal fees and expenses. That doesn’t mean you can’t get a judgment against the contractor—only that the insurance company is not contractually obligated to pay such fees and expenses on the contractor’s... View More
The land was divided into, I believe, 9 tracts. It was all wet,swampy land, but not a flood zone. My neighbor is claiming my drainage work has caused damage to his property. The drainage pipe in question is at least 15 ft back from property line. He believes that the pipe pours water out and... View More
Would cover out of pocket. But the company put a portion of the cost on the financing. Is the company liable for the interest?
Can a mobile home manufacturer sell me a house on false pretenses? The manufacturer told us on the phone with the sales person that all studs on the interior of the home would be on 6” centers. That’s not the case. There are 24” centers in the entire inside of the double wide mobile home.... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2025
Your rights will depend heavily on your sales contract, warranty, and other written documentation. It would be extremely unusual to be able to enforce a verbal conversation with a sales representative that substantially varies from the contents of those documents.
That being said, most... View More
After calling police after quiet time, I watched from across the street, and saw police car drive in and leave. Their report said "all quiet", and that "no one here", even though music was thumping and parking lot full.
They are covering for the banquet hall, and it is... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation. Start by documenting everything you observe. Take videos or photos of the noise, the packed parking lot, and the police presence. Keep a detailed log of dates, times, and any interactions you have regarding the issue.
Reach out to... View More
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i need some advice; i signed a contract with a construction company on 6/24/2024 and they haven’t started work yet. i keep getting told “next week” by the office manager but it always leads to excuses. i don’t know whether to ask for my $18,000 deposit back or if i have to... View More
answered on Dec 30, 2024
I'm so sorry they've strung you along for 6 months - unreasonable! Unless there is a definitive start date in the contract or allowance for delay (e.g., starting job is subject to some event/action taking place), then there doesn't seem to be intent to perform. Although there is no... View More
They want us to pay off the original bill, even though the job isn’t done.
answered on Dec 29, 2024
Just refuse to pay. If they sue you, respond with the defense you have indicated.
I have contracted for my basement finishing project with a licensed contractor in PA. The contract listed out the scope of work, details of materials to be used, payment and schedule and duration along with other standard terms and conditions. Original estimated duration the contractor mentioned as... View More
I have a written contract
answered on Dec 23, 2024
The contractor may have breached the contract by failing to begin the project as promised, but the issue from the perspective of an attorney is whether enforcement of the contract in the courts is cost-effective. It is probably not cost effective. To threaten litigation might convince the... View More
can you sue the scorch torch lighter company for a torch lighter that has no safety lock on it and malfuntioned and stayed on after lighting a cigarette and placed back in jacket pocket and remained on and caught me on fire?
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answered on Dec 16, 2024
You may have grounds for a product liability lawsuit against the torch lighter manufacturer if their product caused you injury due to a defect or lack of proper safety features. Product manufacturers have a legal obligation to ensure their products are reasonably safe for their intended use.... View More
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answered on Dec 8, 2024
For legal matters involving business permits, it's crucial to understand the specific context and timeline of your situation. Your approved permit for changing business type, with consistent zoning, forms the foundation for your business operations.
If you're encountering issues... View More
I received quotes for a new roof and to have the attic insulated. The contractor first did a detailed survey of the roof and how the house was constructed. When it was time for the contractor to look at the insulation job, I showed the contractor the attic location for largest section of attic. (I... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2024
First, it depends on whether your contract was a cost-plus or a fixed-price contract. If it was a cost-plus contract, then you are clearly responsible for the additional materials cost.
If it was a fixed-price contract, it depends on the scope of work contained in the contract. If the... View More
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