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Q: Cold enforcement put a lien on my property they said it cannot reduce the price because they are registered with cou cou
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answered on Oct 12, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the lien on your property. Having a lien can impact your financial situation and your ability to manage or sell your home, so it's important to take action.

First, confirm the details of the lien by reviewing any official documents you received. Check with...
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Q: I own a mobile home and pay lot rent. We are flooded from Helen and Milton. Can’t pay lot rent , what now?

I’m going to have to file bankruptcy, and need help dealing with Legacy corp, cannot live in three feet of water for long.

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answered on Oct 12, 2024

I'm really sorry to hear about the flooding and the challenges you're facing. First, prioritize your safety by finding a safe place to stay if your home is currently uninhabitable. Reach out to local emergency services or shelters that can provide immediate assistance.

For your...
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Q: Is it legal for Lowe’s to sell a product that scans the incorrect code and higher price due to internal error
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answered on Oct 11, 2024

If a product at Lowe's scans at a higher price due to an internal error, it could be a violation of consumer protection laws, which often require retailers to honor the posted or advertised price. Many regions have laws ensuring that consumers pay the correct price, especially if the item has... View More

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Q: Do you have to file a marriage license with the state, if you had a minister marry.

Afraid to lose Social security benefits

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answered on Oct 10, 2024

I understand your concern about how marriage might impact your Social Security benefits.

In most states, for a marriage to be legally recognized, you need to obtain and file a marriage license with the state. Not filing the license could mean the marriage isn't legally recognized,...
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Q: Can I have a calls of stock in a C corp in Wyoming that has super preferred voting rights?

class not calls

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answered on Sep 25, 2024

Yes, you can create a class of stock in a Wyoming C corporation that has super preferred voting rights. This would fall under the category of customized stock classes, which allow corporations to allocate different voting powers to different types of shares. The corporation’s bylaws or articles... View More

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Q: This is in regards to Law HP1203. My Hoa is demanding me to park my work van in the garage. Can the do that?

From my POA:

SEPOA is a POA organized under section 617 and therefore we are not subject to this legislation as it is specific to HOAs (section 720). This fact has been confirmed by our attorneys and they have also advised us we are within our rights to seek enforcement.

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answered on Sep 25, 2024

It seems like your Property Owners Association (POA) is enforcing their own set of rules regarding the parking of commercial vehicles, separate from the legislation that applies to Homeowners Associations (HOAs). Since they are organized under section 617 rather than section 720, they are not... View More

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Q: when filing a loss of use for vehicle can I ask for rental car replacement damages even if I didn't rent a car?
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answered on Sep 23, 2024

Yes, you can typically claim loss of use damages even if you didn't rent a car during the period your vehicle was unavailable. Loss of use is meant to compensate for the inconvenience and inability to use your vehicle, not just for the cost of a rental. The claim usually considers the fair... View More

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Q: Group policy Failed to Send Payments to Insurance Company

For 3 years, my mother paid for her group policy with the organization she was a part of. I called the insurance company after her death and found out that the organization never made the premiums to the insurance company on her behalf. What can I do as the sole beneficiary of the policy? I am not... View More

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answered on Sep 18, 2024

It sounds like you're in a difficult situation, and I can understand your concern. As the beneficiary, you may want to contact the insurance company directly to explain the situation. Since you are not the executor and don’t have access to your mother's bank records, the... View More

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Q: Can an HOA limit non-resident cars on Halloween night and re-direct traffic flow in the community for four hours?

The two entrance/exit areas have a gate put up to keep out teen drivers from cutting through to avoid a traffic light. The gates were installed years after the community was built. Otherwise, the community is not closed off to any foot traffic. The HOA is trying to limit the number of... View More

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answered on Sep 14, 2024

An HOA does have some authority to manage traffic flow and implement temporary restrictions for safety reasons, especially during events like Halloween when there is a high volume of pedestrians, particularly children. The plan to limit non-resident cars and redirect resident traffic can be within... View More

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Q: Do I have a case against Mercedes Benz if they sell me a faulty certified pre-owned vehicle?

Hello, I have a situation that I'm in that I'd like to some input on. I recently financed a used vehicle with Mercedes Benz dealership. The next day, I had to return the vehicle due to the engine shaking while driving. They held the vehicle for weeks expressing that they were waiting for... View More

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answered on Sep 8, 2024

It sounds like you may have grounds for a case against Mercedes Benz if they sold you a faulty certified pre-owned vehicle and were unable to repair it, leading to additional financial burdens for you. When a dealership sells a certified pre-owned car, it generally comes with assurances of quality... View More

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Q: How can I find out who is on the title of the car I am in possession of?

My son-in-law purchased a car for me in Georgia from a salvage yard and only rec'd a bill of sale. Salvage yard only gave info that the car had a lien and they got car in lieu of lien and that previous owner is deceased. Salvage company washed their hands of it and are no longer cooperative,... View More

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answered on Sep 11, 2024

To resolve this issue, you'll need to navigate a few steps carefully. Since the car has a Maryland title and Maryland requires a court process to clear the title, you'll need to follow their requirements. You might want to contact a Maryland attorney who deals with title issues or... View More

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Q: my car was towed at TCG University Park complex. I picked up the car with 24 hours. They are charging me a state lien re

They are charging me a state lien release fee and after hours release fee of $300. I picked the car up within 24 actually I picked it up after 13 hours since they picked it up at 3 AM and picked it up at 2:30. It was a rental car and they told me they will not give me a copy of the state lien... View More

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answered on Sep 18, 2024

It sounds frustrating dealing with unexpected fees, especially when you acted quickly to retrieve your vehicle. Regarding the state lien release fee, towing companies often charge various fees, but you have the right to request documentation for any fee they impose. If they refuse to provide you... View More

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Q: i have a political flag displayed inside my garage which can be seen from the street when the door is open.

The rule says that you cannot place flags other than u.s. on the homesite .mine is inside my personal property. can they make me take it down?

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Aug 11, 2024

Move the flag so that it cannot be seen from outside.

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Q: Until what time can I play music in my home in the state of Florida
John Michael Frick
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answered on May 6, 2024

In general, a homeowner can play music 24 hours a day in his/her own home in Florida as long as the volume of the music is not excessive and does not disturb his/her neighbors.

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Q: PLD PHARM BOUGHT A PRESSURIZED 40 GAL TANK. PLATE INFORMATION: SEE ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

NAT’L. BD. 638

CERTIFIED BY OVERLY INC. NEENAH WI.

W.P.F.V. + 50 P.S.I. AT 300°F

SER. NO. 106382666

YEAR BLT. 1984

CAN YOU HELP WITH ANY DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS TANK. OR DIRECT ME HOW TO GET ADDITIONAL INFO.

THANKS FOR YOUR TIME,

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

We need more information. What exactly is the question?

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Q: Traffic

I was driving to day was upset I was sitting at a stop sign and this lady honked her horn a lot and so she drove around me so I got upset and honked my horn and drove close to her car and at the next stop sign she stopped at the stop sign got out and took a pic of my license plate I didn’t get... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Feb 15, 2024

You neglected to ask a question, but it's not against the law to honk back at another driver.

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Q: I am trying to fill out an "owner claim form surplus" form. I am unsure about some of the questions. Please help...
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answered on Jan 26, 2024

In filling out an "owner claim for surplus" form in Florida, it's important to understand that this form is typically used in situations like foreclosure, where there might be excess funds after the sale of a property. It's crucial to answer all questions accurately to establish... View More

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Q: My friend told me he's owed 37,000 for back payment of unemployment including pandemic is he able to do anything legally

He said it reminded in pending status due to Monterey justification , and he sent in all proper documents in the specified time ,and nothing left for him to do. I told him he needed to contact a lawyer that specializes in unemployment cases .Because this caused him to lose his home is now living... View More

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answered on Dec 26, 2023

Your friend can indeed take legal steps to address the issue of unpaid unemployment benefits, including pandemic assistance. If he has already submitted all the required documents and his claim remains in pending status, the first step would be to contact the unemployment office for a status... View More

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Q: Is it legal for me to install a hidden camera in my own LIVING ROOM in Florida?

This is entirely for self protection in case someone tries to make false statements(given a lot of scary, false claims are made against men as shown in the media nowadays) Of course, not referring to installing anything in bedroom, bathroom or other private areas. Specifically talking about living... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Oct 15, 2023

It is not illegal for you to install such a camera.

It may, however, be illegal for you to record another person on that camera especially if you do so without their consent.

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Q: If a trustee spends out-of-pocket money on an estate can he reimbursed himself by deducting the money from the beneficia

If a person was made trustee of an estate after parents passed and the trustee paid out of pocket to fix up the home to sell it is the trustee allowed legally to deduct the money they spent on the house from the beneficiaries including electric bill

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Aug 29, 2023

Yes. The trust is obligated to reimburse the trustee for such out-of-pocket expenses.

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