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2 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

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answered on Dec 5, 2024

You will need a probate attorney in your area to answer these questions.

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0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Business Law and Energy, Oil and Gas for Minnesota on
Q: Hello I'm having issues with my electric company and the amounts ex. Fees and other charger/services.

My electric was shut off back in April of 2024 due to the amount I was being charged. Well I was finally able to get my electric reconnected beginning part of November 2024 after having to come up with about $3800.00 not to mention they are now charging me an extra $45 a month for every month that... View More

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.

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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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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Products Liability and Energy, Oil and Gas for California on
Q: Solar installed a couple years ago, have had to replace the Panels, then invert, now out again, do I have a case?

Not producing power, can't get a human on the phone, text with troubleshooting "agent" gets cut off, can not make a service appointment even on-line. Nothing but frustrations. Their inferior products (panels and inverter) have both failed within the first couple years and have been... View More

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answered on Sep 12, 2024

It sounds like you're dealing with a lot of frustration and potentially defective solar products. If your solar panels and inverter have failed multiple times within just a few years, you may have grounds for a case under California's consumer protection laws. These laws generally cover... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Criminal Law, Real Estate Law and Energy, Oil and Gas for Arkansas on
Q: Where's the best place to find a loophole in life and law that is fair?

How are loopholes discovered?

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Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 7, 2024

There is no universal answer. "Loopholes" are usually exclusions or exemptions in certain regulations that people take advantage of - but they tend to be situation-specific. One way to discover them is to research statutes, or to consult with attorneys who practice in that given area. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Energy, Oil and Gas for California on
Q: Can utility companies prevent you from monitoring your own electricity usage using outside sources/gadgets?
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answered on Aug 29, 2024

Utility companies generally cannot prevent you from monitoring your own electricity usage with outside gadgets or tools. As a consumer, you have the right to know how much electricity you’re using in your home. Devices like smart plugs, energy monitors, or other third-party gadgets are designed... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Energy, Oil and Gas, Land Use & Zoning and Landlord - Tenant for Minnesota on
Q: Hotel City and State lodging tax over 30 consecutive days. Outdoor energy, and parking lot rules. Pet pees.

living in a hotel for 9months. I found out from another guest, after 30 consecutive days of living here, we should be exempt for paying state and city lodging tax. They continued to charge us and say we need to bring paper work from the county to prove that. Can I get a refund for that? They charge... View More

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answered on Aug 15, 2024

If you’ve stayed in the hotel for more than 30 consecutive days, you might indeed be exempt from paying state and city lodging taxes. You should check your local laws, and if the exemption applies, you could be entitled to a refund for those taxes. You may need to gather documentation showing... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Energy, Oil and Gas, Gov & Administrative Law and Probate for California on
Q: I got a Notice of Hearing from US Dept. of Interior re: probate of my late husband's estate. He died in 2016. Next step?

My late husband died penniless 8 years ago, but he had part ownership with his siblings of 3.3 acres with mineral, gas & oil rights on the Standing Rock Reservation. I contacted the Tribe back then to tell them he died. They said he was not on the Tribal roles and that I had no right to discuss... View More

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answered on Aug 15, 2024

The Notice of Hearing you received suggests that your late husband's estate is now being processed through the Department of the Interior, likely because of the property on the Standing Rock Reservation. The hearing is likely triggered by the need to determine rightful heirs and manage the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, Family Law and Energy, Oil and Gas for Texas on
Q: Thanks for answering my question ❓ I would like to ask, what do I do if I was told not to pay no attention to letters.

Letters from the United States Trustee Office of Estate Planning and also the Disclosure statement of the reorganize oil company. I just didn't know what it all was At the time and it was All final back in 2019 with the Southern Bankruptcy out of Houston TX. In addition, the lady that sent me... View More

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answered on Jul 27, 2024

It's understandable to feel overwhelmed by the legal documents you've received, especially when they involve complex matters like bankruptcy and estate planning. Given that you received these letters from the United States Trustee Office and related to a reorganization of an oil company,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Energy, Oil and Gas and Probate for California on
Q: Does 25% Undivided interest in a 1.03 ac parcel need to go through probate? Also oil & mineral rights that pay $50/yr?

My mother passed 5yrs ago. Everything was left to just me in her trust. I have since found out a property she owns 25% undivided interest of was not in her trust along with some mineral and oil rights. I might be able to submit an Affidavit re Real Property of small value, but how do I know if it... View More

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answered on Jun 19, 2024

Based on the information provided, it seems there are a few key considerations:

1. Probate requirement: In California, assets that were not properly transferred into a living trust before the person's death generally have to go through probate. This would apply to the 25% undivided...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Construction Law and Energy, Oil and Gas for Missouri on
Q: Do I owe my electrician money?

I received a quote for whole house rewiring and finishing. It was divided into the rewiring and finishing and then the second line item was for new amp service. He did the new amp service to my knowledge and the rewiring. I paid him 60% of the total bill which I thought was paid in full for the... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jun 13, 2024

If you received a quote, agreed for him to do the work, and he started doing the work but hasn't finished it, you have a contract even if you do not have a fully integrated written document commemorating of the terms of your agreement.

If you breach the agreement by not allowing him to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Energy, Oil and Gas for Alaska on
Q: Have cases to rescind a Separation Agreement been won in Alaska, and how would I request public information to review?

First, I am aware that Alaska is an At Will State. Second, I would like to know if there have been any cases in Alaska where a Separation Agreement rescind was granted. If so, how would I go about requesting to review any public information of the case? My husband received a Separation Agreement... View More

Sara L Bloom
Sara L Bloom
answered on Jun 11, 2024

If you are over 40 you have 7 days to revoke the separation agreement per the Older Workers Benefit Protection Act.

You can contact me directly to set up a consultation- however, I do charge $300 for an up to an hour phone consult.

1 Answer | Asked in Land Use & Zoning, Probate, Energy, Oil and Gas and Estate Planning for Arizona on
Q: My dads wife hid assets and alot of mineral and oil rights so I can't find them.im rep of estate,only heir, how to find?

My dad and grandpa had alot of mineral rights I am rep of estate, only heir on,y child, his wife lied to judge and said he had no child I proved I am only child, she has

Gifted and illegally sold some if his assets that should of went to me when she passed, can't find estate house,... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 7, 2024

An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It sounds like you have been thrust into a difficult role as rep (do you mean administrator or executor?). Maybe the best thing for you do would be to consult with an attorney who handles wills, trusts, estates.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Energy, Oil and Gas for Texas on
Q: How do you transfer mineral rights to children when parent passes without will.

Father owned 40 acres and sold it but kept the mineral rights and had been getting a small check each month. When he passed, daughter moved the check to her mom (dementia), brother and herself, three way split. Now mom passed and check is going to daughter and step son but the tax office still has... View More

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answered on May 20, 2024

It depends on the state. In Texas, you can use an affidavit of heirship in this situation.

1 Answer | Asked in Energy, Oil and Gas and Landlord - Tenant for Ohio on
Q: My rent is going up every month & we’re being charged for gas when we don’t even use it Call me hard to text / type.
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answered on Apr 16, 2024

I'm sorry to hear that you're dealing with rising rent and being charged for a utility you don't use. That sounds very frustrating. Here are a few thoughts and suggestions:

- Review your lease carefully to see what utilities are included in rent vs. billed separately. If gas...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Real Estate Law, Civil Rights and Energy, Oil and Gas for Indiana on
Q: Storm knocked down pole meter is on the pole also. REMC came out replaced pole didn't hook up wire from transformer to

Pole told me that I had to fix wire from meter to house get inspected and once I have green tag to call them back so they can finish. Well after 2 tries and $100 later the inspector gave me the green tag. The wire from the meter to the transformer still needed to be fixed and the new meter... View More

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answered on Apr 7, 2024

I'm so sorry to hear about the difficulties you've been facing with getting your electricity restored after the storm damage. Going 4-5 years without power, especially with your mother's medical needs, sounds incredibly challenging and frustrating.

It's unusual that the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Land Use & Zoning and Energy, Oil and Gas for California on
Q: Is Entergy required to compensate landowners for timber they cut to install new power distribution towers?

Our property is a 100 year bald cypress-Tupelo wetland. They want to clear cut 2 acres of timber. The compensation offered by Entergy was a small percentage of total land value with out timber. Entergy is required to purchase Mitigation credits to move there project forward.

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answered on Apr 4, 2024

Under California law, utility companies like Entergy are generally required to provide just compensation to landowners when they acquire property rights, such as easements, for the installation of power lines and related infrastructure. This includes compensating landowners for any damages to their... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Appeals / Appellate Law, Energy, Oil and Gas and Libel & Slander for Texas on
Q: Can you ask the court for a writ of possession?

Can you ask the District Court for a writ of possession from a title action in 1938 in Texas due to a person claiming title through a person who from whom the property is recovered and against a person claiming the property through that party to the action that title was recovered from the first... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 28, 2024

A quitclaim deed does not transfer title and shouldn't create a cloud on your title. A judgment usually becomes dormant after ten years. You may need to file a quiet title action against the new party claiming an adverse interest to your ownership in the land.

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