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0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Energy, Oil and Gas for Kentucky on
Q: Can Kentucky Power attach another person's bill to mine without consent?

I've disputed the fact that Kentucky Power attached a power bill for my brother's address to my power bill, claiming I agreed to pay it. I've never consented to this responsibility, nor was there a written agreement. Despite my dispute, they insist on the attachment. What can I do to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning and Energy, Oil and Gas for Michigan on
Q: Can I continue solar array install without specific local zoning laws in Michigan?

I am in the process of installing a ground mount solar panel array. Initially, an outgoing assessor mentioned that there are no zoning regulations for private solar installations and suggested proceeding with the project before new rules are established. After researching and contacting the zoning... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Probate, Energy, Oil and Gas and Family Law for Ohio on
Q: Why wouldn't settlement go to living widow after my father's passing?

My father recently passed away in Ohio, and he was contacted about a settlement related to his father's land with oil rights. There was no will, and my mother has a marriage certificate as his widow. My father had children from a previous relationship, and they are claiming they should split... View More

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Mar 10, 2025

The actual answer is within Ohio's Statute of Descent and Distribution R.C. 2105.06 (C) states that if the person dies the property passes as follows:

"If there is a spouse and one child of the decedent or the child's lineal descendants surviving and the surviving spouse is...
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0 Answers | Asked in Energy, Oil and Gas, Gov & Administrative Law and Land Use & Zoning for Indiana on
Q: Could being a solar farm backer and cooperative director be a conflict of interest in Indiana?

In Indiana, a person who has been a spearheader, organizer, and possible financial backer for solar farms in the area is applying to become a director of the local electric cooperative. The cooperative’s bylaws require disclosure of any conflicts of interest, but the applicant answered that they... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Probate, Real Estate Law, Energy, Oil and Gas and Civil Litigation for Arizona on
Q: How can I reclaim mineral rights and assets hidden or transferred by my father's wife?

I am the representative of my deceased father's estate and his only child. My father left me mineral rights, but due to various issues, I am unable to find all his ownerships. My father’s wife hid assets from me using her AKA names and made questionable deeds, transferring properties to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Energy, Oil and Gas, Civil Litigation and Consumer Law for Florida on
Q: Is there a class action lawsuit against Meraki Solar for service issues?

My sister has been using Meraki Solar since March 8, 2022, but the system hasn't worked half the time, and it has been completely non-functional since January 7, 2025. Meraki Solar subcontracted with Freedom Solar, but as of January 17, 2025, Meraki Solar terminated their relationship with... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law, Consumer Law and Energy, Oil and Gas for New Jersey on
Q: Can fraud claims void an arbitration clause in an energy contract in NJ?

I am a plaintiff looking to set aside an arbitration clause in an energy contract due to claims of fraud, unfair trade practices, misrepresentation, and unconscionability. I was never provided an actual copy of the contract and only discovered its terms when I attempted to sell my house. I allege... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Energy, Oil and Gas for Texas on
Q: They overpaid my royalty interest (oil & gas) and now taking back $ from monthly production, no check for 8 months???

Lease is in state of Utah.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Feb 13, 2025

You could probably simply pay them back the overpayment in full, and they will resume your correct monthly payments.

2 Answers | Asked in Energy, Oil and Gas, Real Estate Law and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: (USA v Mayra Lopez 11-41392 (5th Cir 2013). These people have stole 15 million $ of oil, land, with others, What do I do

My land and property, minerals are being stolen as people are changing the deeds and altering them online and sending them to county clerk as they approve and send through. Being in probate court as all deeds, vouchers, oil, gas, leases and property is being stolen (50 million).You can notice on... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Feb 6, 2025

How does the case cited USA v. Lopez have anything to do with the land patent claims?

If you received a $50 million inheritance, it is highly unlikely an attorney would take a case such as you describe on a contingency fee. If police and the Texas AG can't prove deed fraud in your...
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1 Answer | Asked in Energy, Oil and Gas, Personal Injury and Wrongful Death for Virginia on
Q: How can I prove a coal company and gas companys actions caused cancer in people like myself and other illnesses

In other people as well I need some help

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 17, 2025

A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for the health impact this has had on you and others in your surrounding community. If you wanted to conduct some preliminary fact-finding, you could research news sources and also check with... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Energy, Oil and Gas for California on
Q: Can I sue sdge for a power surge that cause 150k in damages?

On dec 2 2024 I had a power surge that nearly burned down my house. I had the fire department at my home for hours. The 2 positive power lines ground with the neutral under ground caused by sdge. They have since repaired the main line, they had to repair my electrical panel due to the surge. I... View More

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answered on Jan 21, 2025

Yes, you can sue SDG&E for damages caused by the power surge, as utility companies have a responsibility to maintain their infrastructure and prevent such incidents. Your case appears particularly strong since SDG&E has already acknowledged responsibility by repairing your electrical panel.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Energy, Oil and Gas and Estate Planning for California on
Q: How can i find my deceased dads trust , estate house i was susposed to get and all his mineral rights being hidden from

Wife lied to judge and said my dad had no child i proved i am only child im tep of estate but i got robbed of full estate the lawyer found guilty stealibg from estAte wont tell me where trust is listed and minerals

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answered on Jan 20, 2025

I understand how frustrating and painful this situation must be, especially when dealing with the loss of your father while simultaneously fighting for your rightful inheritance. Family trust disputes can be emotionally draining, and it's particularly troubling when someone has deliberately... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Energy, Oil and Gas for Texas on
Q: How many calls after asking to not be contacted from an energy provider is too many?

I got called by my energy provider about new rates and discounts. I asked not to be called again about cheaper rates, and have been called 2 times since, 3 times in 1 week.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jan 21, 2025

Unless you have registered with the FCC and/or Texas "Do Not Call" registry, a company call continue calling you despite a verbal request that they stop.

Note that the FCC list only prohibits a company from out of state from calling you. The Texas list prevents both out-of-state...
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1 Answer | Asked in Energy, Oil and Gas for California on
Q: On Dec 2, 2024, I had a massage power surge from San Diego Gas and Electric. It nearly burnt my house down.

I called 911 and Fire department was at my house for a bout 3 hours. We were unable to shut the power off. I found out the 2 positive wires grounded on the neutral underground and sent power backward. I had electrical smoke everywhere. Switches were smoking and most of the appliances fried, solar... View More

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answered on Jan 21, 2025

Your situation sounds incredibly stressful, and I'm sorry you're dealing with this severe electrical damage to your home. This kind of power surge incident can be devastating, both financially and emotionally, especially when dealing with insurance companies and utilities that may be slow... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Energy, Oil and Gas for California on
Q: I put solar on a 2nd home My application in before the 4/15/23 deadline for NEM 2.0 but was put under 3.0_ is this ok?

First home solar installed in 2007 and has been operating under NEM 1.0 since

Second home solar interconnect agreement was submitted before 4/15/2023 deadline for NEM 2.0. System was installed8/2023 and PTO granted on 12/2023.

First home solar changed from NEM 1.0 to 3.0 on the same... View More

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answered on Dec 25, 2024

Based on California's NEM rules and timelines, your second home should indeed qualify for NEM 2.0 since you submitted the interconnection agreement before the April 15, 2023 deadline, regardless of when the installation and PTO were completed.

For your first home under NEM 1.0, SCE...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Energy, Oil and Gas for Michigan on
Q: How can the city manager require me as a homeowner to get a license contractor/ electrician to do a safety inspection?

Bill not paid, city removes meter, bill paid 6mo later still no power. City manager is requiring me the homeowner to get an inspection.

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answered on Jan 5, 2025

The city manager can require you to hire a licensed contractor or electrician to ensure that your electrical system meets safety standards. After a prolonged disconnection, like the six months you experienced, there may be concerns about the integrity of your electrical setup. This inspection helps... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Civil Rights, Elder Law and Energy, Oil and Gas for Texas on
Q: Can my husbands estate be distributed without letting me know? The company has been in touch with me for other things.

I have a feeling my late husbands estate information is deliberately being kept from me, I didn't think so at first now I do, not any of my letters or telephone calls been answered, I wrote to the Insperity Holdings, the HR company that was used at the time my husband was alive letting them... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 5, 2024

As a spouse, you are an heir entitled to notice of the probate of your husband's estate. Usually, you would be the person requesting the court to appoint you as executrix or as the administrator of your husband's estate, and you would be the one giving notice to his other heirs. You... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Energy, Oil and Gas for California on
Q: Should I sue my solar installation company to recover an annual SCE settlement bill because they incorrectly installed?

Looking for help to recover for a payment we had to make ($3,149.05) to SCE due to our solar company incorrectly installing the generation meter adapter. We spent all 2024 believing our system was generating power to the grid and we were saving money until we received the settlement bill. I had... View More

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answered on Nov 25, 2024

Based on your situation, you have a strong case for small claims court in California, especially with the documented evidence from SCE's technician and the photos showing incorrect installation.

Before proceeding to court, send one final demand letter via certified mail with return...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Contracts and Energy, Oil and Gas for Texas on
Q: I purchased solar panels through Pink Energy aka Power Home solar in October 2021. I financed the panels and Generac

battery through Good leap for 44K. I have since filed a complaint with the BBB and called to resolve this issue on non working Solar panels with Good leap. My account has been placed in forebearance. I need help with this issue.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Oct 8, 2024

Good Leap is a finance company. Typically, finance companies do not handle repairs to products like solar panels or automobiles. Think of your solar panels like they are your car. If your car isn't working, you go to the dealership that sold you the car for warranty repairs, not to the bank... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Litigation and Energy, Oil and Gas for California on
Q: Can I sue the company that installed my solar system?

We purchased (in full) a solar system that was installed in 2023 in Southern California and received our NEM 2.0 Permission To Operate (PTO) from SCE in September 2023. We just received an annual settlement bill from SCE for $3,200. I contacted SCE and they told me our system generated zero... View More

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answered on Oct 2, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the issues you're experiencing with your solar system. Given that both SCE and your solar company are pointing fingers without resolving the problem, it's understandable to feel frustrated.

You may have grounds to take legal action if the installation...
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