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I was financed through credit acceptance on a vehicle purchase. I got behind the payments and then the company credit acceptance told me that they had repossessed the vehicle and that I had to pay so many payments to get it out of repossession after three weeks of paying my payments, I called them... View More 
Tornado. Insurance company doesn't want to pay I'm going to be homeless and I have no food, money or gas to go apply for disaster relief
answered on Jul 15, 2024
You may need a lawyer if your insurance company isn't upholding its end of your insurance policy.
May 7th 2024 tornado in Saint Joseph County Michigan I'm not getting help or anything from the insurance company except for excuses
answered on Jul 16, 2024
If you file your insurance claim, the insurance company has obligations -- mandated by the state -- to reply, and to be "on the clock" in processing your claim. Here are a few things to keep in mind.
First, you are dealing with a property insurance claim if this is related to... View More
The company I work for is contracted to a corporation that pays our company bonuses intended to be paid out to the contracted companies employees. We haven't been paid those bonuses in months. It's assumed that the owner is pocketing that for himself. Is this legal?
answered on Jul 11, 2024
Lots of places - some better than others. Justia, Google Scholar, and a host of other sources are freely available online. Your local library may also have free access to Westlaw or Lexis Nexis.
He will not take responsibility for his mistakes and told me I pretty much have to hire someone else to fix the issue. He provided an invoice which stated the cost of services and payment breakdown. I payed the first payment. He did not keep his word nor was he honest about having completed... View More
Upon moving in I signed a contract that states I have to have rent paid on or by the third of each month. A few times I have paid rent on the third after 9 AM, which is a little after the office opens and they tagged on a $100 late fee each time stating that their policy says that rent has to be... View More
answered on Jul 2, 2024
Probably. Call the cemetery and find out. They would probably pay you something so that they can sell those spaces to someone else.
answered on Jun 20, 2024
Probably. Although you may need to open a probate estate to obtain authority to do so.
A revocable trust is made by husband and wife.
A contract is signed by both stating no changes can be made to the trust if one dies.
Husband dies.
Wife creates a second revocable trust which changes the beneficiaries from 4 kids (3 of husbands) to the 1 child of the... View More
answered on Jun 14, 2024
They both could be legally binding. It depends on what the first trust says happens to the funds once one spouse dies (in this case, the husband died first). That trust could say "once the first spouse dies, everything goes to the surviving trust". If that's the case, then the... View More
My son signed a contract with Magic Window company to have gutters put on his house last year, May 2023. There was no date set for installation and no work has been done. The sales person did not contact them again until this month. The contract had a 3 day cooling off period. My son is now being... View More
answered on May 30, 2024
Let them. Did the contract indicate a start date? Arguably, pulling a permit is an indication the company intended to start. But what would explain the year-long delay beyond that? I think the deposit may be lost unless there is a showing of your son attempting to contact the company about... View More
The buyer is 4 months behind on payments and two years behind on taxes which is in the contract. The buyer has been always late on every payment since the land contract was signed. The owner has sent the proper letter to start eviction process. Another two weeks he could file court papers for... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
In a land contract, the seller retains legal title to the property until the buyer fulfills all the terms of the contract, including making all payments and paying property taxes. The buyer cannot legally sell the property without the owner's permission and the legal title.
Given the... View More
Can a state agency make you pay for something that you did not agree to pay basically it is contract that they put into motion with out your knowledge
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answered on Apr 7, 2024
This is a complex legal question that doesn't have a simple yes or no answer. There are a few important considerations:
The U.S. Constitution protects the freedom of contract, meaning the government generally cannot force you into an agreement against your will. The 14th Amendment... View More
I had an attorney that was going to handle my case pro Bono and the judge said that they could not do it because I was not a resident of the state of Michigan but how can that be true if I am in court in that state my lawyer would have to be licensed in that state
answered on Apr 7, 2024
You can be hauled into court in Michigan even if you are not a Michigan resident. If you are not a resident, according to the judge, you are not eligible to have a court appointed attorney.
How can the friend of the court enter you into a contract without your consent and don't you have the constitutional right to contract or not to contract
answered on Apr 7, 2024
Apparently, you are a New York resident who has an open child support case in Michigan and appeared in a Michigan court. I assume the State of Michigan was the complaining party. Under the child support laws of all 50 states, as required by federal law, each state has a state agency to collect and... View More
have been thinking of making some major renovations to his home. However, I want to ensure my investment is protected in case he dies, we separate, etc. What is the best option to accomplish this? Note, he is in full agreement of us having some type of legal document to protect both our interests.
answered on Mar 28, 2024
Best option would be to put your name on the deed as a joint owner. That way, even if you separate, you would be entitled to a portion of the proceeds upon sale of the house. Another alternative would be for him to complete an estate plan, and preferably a lady bird deed naming you as the... View More
I bought my home from him and he also abandoned his vehicle on my property.
answered on Feb 29, 2024
Yes. You can sue them. The person will either answer and appear, or not. The judge will determine whether they are actually in default and if so, what the judgment amount is. It is then your responsibility to collect it legally. Unfortunately, you may find that the person who owes you this money... View More
Both my mother and myself are on the deed. We were unaware when the deed was formed that there was no survivorship for either party included. I now have submitted a petition of assignment with the court, along with some other documents. My concern is that my mother has some medical bills and I am... View More
answered on Feb 28, 2024
That is possible. Debt collectors CAN try to go after anything in her estate including the undivided 1/2 interest in the property.
You can limit the risk by publishing and mailing appropriate notices to creditors as part of the probate but as you’ve already learned ‘DIY’ comes with... View More
For context I am to receive this pension till death or marriage. Right now I get a month pay out.
answered on Mar 23, 2024
A Michigan attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. There isn't a category here for ERISA and pensions, but you could look into whether local or state bar associations could offer guidance on attorneys in your area who might handle such matters. Good luck
The registration has the wrong name and driver license no. on it, Does this void the contract. Informed the dealer of this, he said i have to have it corrected at my local secretary of state office
answered on Feb 2, 2024
Does this void your contract? Probably not. However, the reason for the error should be investigated. I suggest you file a complaint with the Michigan Attorney General. And also contact the S.O.S. and ask questions. Perhaps they can shed some light.
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