I opened a can of Del Monte fruit that was within its expiration date of June 26, 2027, and found mold on top. I have photographs of the moldy fruit and the can with its expiration date, but I don't have the receipt or proof of purchase.

I purchased a car "as is" from a buy here pay here dealership in October 2024. Since then, the car has been in the shop three times, and the dealership has attempted to fix it for over five months. While repairs have been covered, I had to pay for towing each time. The seller assured me... View More

I paid off my car in August 2024 but still haven't received the title. Ally claims the loan is not showing as paid in full, even though I have all my payment records and bank statements. They've promised several times that the title would be sent in 7 to 10 days, but months have passed... View More

I paid off my car loan with Ally, which was financed through CarMax, in August 2024. Despite making several attempts to obtain my car title, I still haven't received it. Each time I've contacted Ally, they assured me that the title would be sent, but it has yet to arrive. What steps can I... View More

I am in a one-party consent state and had a private, personal phone conversation during which I verbally expressed that I did not consent to being recorded. Despite my non-consent, the other party continued recording the conversation. Is this legally permissible if I explicitly did not consent, and... View More

I purchased a car from a dealership in Illinois in January 2024, and the title they sent me is not recognized by the State of Georgia. I've tried contacting the dealership, but they are unresponsive. I'm seeking a clear title for the car I bought with cash. I've only made phone calls... View More

I was involved in a car accident in Columbia County, Georgia, and I am looking to file a lawsuit against USAA Insurance related to my uninsured motorist (UM) claim. USAA has advised that they do not need to inform me where to send service for the lawsuit. How do I find the correct address for... View More

Michael W. Horst
answered on Mar 28, 2025

You need to serve USAA's registered agent. You can find the registered agent by looking on the website for the Office of the Georgia Secretary of State - Corporation's Division. Here is the link - https://ecorp.sos.ga.gov/BusinessSearch. My only word of caution is to make sure you have... View More

I'm wondering if it's possible to subpoena a former storage facility that auctioned off my belongings. This occurred due to overstated billing over the phone, which I realized too late. I want to recover legal and personal documents that were sold. The facility informed me that my items... View More

Michael W. Horst
answered on Mar 27, 2025

Before you have the ability to subpoena any documents or person, you will first need to file a lawsuit against the storage facility. Once suit has been filed, you are free to engage in discovery including the issuance of subpoenas.

I discovered that a mechanic shop, which doesn't appear in the Georgia business database, filed for abandonment of my vehicle. Their notifications lacked proper information, only providing storage details, a phone number, and vehicle data. They claimed to have done transmission work, yet the... View More

I used a debt resolution company for the past 13 months, and they have been taking 54.5% of my monthly payments for "fees." The state of Georgia limits these fees to 7.5% upfront per monthly payment. I contacted them for an explanation, and they refused to provide one in writing. Despite... View More

I reported my car stolen to the police, but they delayed taking the report until February. I located my car on Facebook Marketplace, and the police impounded it. The car lot owner claims to have modified my car without my authorization, and the police are in the process of returning parts to the... View More

I was involved in an accident where my truck's brakes failed while going downhill, causing me to crash into a dumpster and the side of a building. When the first officer on the scene ran my truck's tag, it showed as registered to a green Mustang instead of my green Dodge truck. How might... View More

Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 1, 2025

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. A starting point could be to check DMV records for the discrepancy. In terms of pending claims from the dumpster owner or building owner, the license plate discrepancy is not likely to present any kind of defense -... View More

I recently had my truck towed, and when I went to retrieve my personal belongings, the towing company only allowed me to take my ID, credit card, and prescription medication. They did not provide any reason for not allowing me to retrieve other personal items, and I did not see any signs outlining... View More

I paid for valet services, but my rental car was towed by the valet company. I only discovered this when I requested my car back, resulting in the need to rent another car to get home. I spoke with the valet manager, who took full responsibility for the incident. However, they are now unresponsive.... View More

I had my car stolen, and although it was insured, the claim was initially closed because the car was found before a payout. The police impounded the car, took parts out, and returned them to the car lot owner where the car was found. Now, my car is reportedly in pieces, and I've had no access... View More

I made a verbal agreement to take over my aunt's car payment because she wanted a different vehicle. The car is financed under her name, and we initially agreed on a set payment amount, which she then increased several times without my consent. I pay for the car itself through payments sent by... View More

I purchased a car for $3,500 on February 4 and financed the remaining $5,000, believing I had a deal with a dealership operating under the name AutoNation. On February 20, the salesman instructed me to bring the car in for a repair, which seemed suspect. Upon arrival, he claimed the finance company... View More

I went in person to cancel my car wash service account, but the company continued to charge me for approximately 1 1/2 years after the cancellation. I contacted them twice, once in 2023 and once in 2024, and they issued refunds both times, assuring me that my account was canceled. I am not aware of... View More

I live in Georgia and have been charging a $25 monthly processing fee to my tenant for using a money order or check, but there is no verbal or written agreement regarding this fee, and it's not mentioned in the lease agreement. Additionally, there is no notice or sign in my office about this... View More

I had a rental car that was stolen from me while I was in Atlanta, GA. The rental company sent me a notice to return the car, which had been stolen, and I hired a private investigator to locate it. Eventually, the car was returned, but I received an affidavit stating I need to appear in court... View More