On Thursday February 29th square bank froze my account for what they thought was suspicious on Friday march 1st a bill pay I initiated on Thursday was returned now the company I was paying the bill to wants an additional 100 dollars for the returned check fee is square responsible for that fee? I... View More 
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answered on Mar 4, 2024
When your account with Square Bank was frozen due to suspected suspicious activity, and as a result, a check was returned, this situation understandably causes frustration and financial inconvenience. Banks and financial institutions have policies in place to monitor and act on activities they deem... View More
The lease holder for the apartment unit is threatening to change the locks and want the place back. Can they do that, and do I have legal rights to stay or find another place for me and my kids.
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answered on Feb 27, 2024
If you've been living in a rental unit under a lease that's not in your name, your situation is a bit complex. The original leaseholder cannot just change the locks and kick you out without following the proper legal eviction process. This process varies by location but generally includes... View More
The company (Palmer Administration) does not respond to any written correspondence and hangs up the phone when I contact them. They could also not help by giving me a name of a repair shop that would accept their warrantee. I purchased their policy about 1 year ago and have now stopped paying the... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
When dealing with a situation where a warranty company, such as Palmer Administration, is unresponsive to requests for service or refunds, it's important to document all your interactions. This includes keeping records of all correspondence, phone calls (with dates and times), and any other... View More
Looking for highly rated fantastic business attorney to draft agreements between myself and investor. It includes elements of real estate and also casinos in NV
answered on Mar 7, 2024
A Los Angeles or Nevada attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Attorneys here can't respond to you with offers of their services. The format here is limited to quick Q & A. You could search attorneys on your own, and supplement your searches with the... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
Unfortunately, without specific context or additional information, it's challenging to determine the outcome of the case between Walker and Mike Martinez. Legal cases can vary widely based on numerous factors, including the nature of the dispute, the evidence presented, and the decisions made... View More
made by CEO of company. Will small claims hear this type of case? Thanks
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answered on Mar 2, 2024
In most cases, small claims courts are designed to handle disputes involving relatively small amounts of money. Claims related to stock losses due to fraudulent public statements made by a CEO of a company might involve complex legal issues and substantial financial damages, which may exceed the... View More
Unwed & escaping a DV relationship that I'd been too scared to report to law enforcement. How do I fight to keep full custody of my daughter without having to return to Georgia?
answered on Feb 12, 2024
You need to reside in your current state for a total of 6 months prior to the court there having jurisdiction for your child. You need to be in your county for a minimum of 90 days. SInce you are not married to the Father, in the absence of any other order, it is likely you are the sole custodian... View More
My mother passed away with the majority of her assets distributed to heirs through beneficiaries, joint tenancy, etc. Leftover, there are a handful of checks made out to the estate of ____.
How do you actually go about cashing those checks with the affidavit?
answered on Feb 11, 2024
Likely the Affidavit will not be effective with banks, but you could try to ask if they would cash the checks. Try the bank you are currently work with. Or, send the affidavit to each of the issuers of the checks and them to re issue the check in your name. Depending upon the number of checks,... View More
I found out the next day when I went online to pay my bills. I saw that I had a negative amount. I contacted the bank immediately and was told to call back in the morning when they opened up??. I did and the conversation got hot real fast. The amount is over 90k. Which wiped me out and caused me to... View More
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answered on Feb 5, 2024
I'm sorry to hear this happened. A bank making an unauthorized 90k wire transfer from a customer's account is a very serious matter. Here are the steps I would recommend you take:
1. Document everything. Keep detailed written records of all your interactions with the bank... View More
I use a common font as my candle name font, for my website headers and for my logo. They appear to use the same font for their candle names and website headers. We both use is lowercase in our website headers and candle names. Our candle names are similar in that we use phrases or places to name... View More
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answered on Feb 5, 2024
The legality of your label's design in relation to another company's label hinges on whether it creates confusion among consumers about the source of the products due to the similarities. Trademark law protects brand names, logos, and other identifiers from being used in a way that could... View More
My girlfriend has stayed the night inconsistently over the last week, my roommate is my landlord and is bothered by this. He attempted to talk to me but i didnt have time to listen as i was headed to work, and then he decided to contact my workplace and harass me in an attempt to get me suspended... View More
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answered on Jan 27, 2024
In Nevada, landlords must respect the rights and privacy of their tenants. If your landlord, who is also your roommate, is harassing you at your workplace over a personal matter, this could potentially be considered tenant harassment. However, the specifics of your lease agreement, including any... View More
in the will. I refused until he can give me confirmation that my sister will give me the items. Now the atty is threatening a hearing.
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answered on Jan 29, 2024
Don't sign anything before receiving your inheritance and understanding your rights. Seek legal advice from a separate probate attorney in Nevada. They can explain your rights, clarify the document and pressure tactics, and advise on next steps like requesting clarification, expressing... View More
My daughter primary lives with me and spends the night at her dads house once or twice a week if he is in town( He's a Flight attendant).
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
In Nevada, the determination of who gets to claim a child on taxes can be influenced by legal agreements, court orders, and IRS rules. If there is a court order or legal agreement specifying the terms for claiming the child as a dependent, those terms should be followed. According to IRS rules, the... View More
I did cut them a check minus the additional fees not agreed too and now I have a notice of intent. They cashed the check as well with paid in full in the memo.
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
In Nevada, construction contracts and change orders typically require clear communication and mutual agreement between the parties involved. If the contractor sent a notice of intent and you did not sign a change order form or agree to new charges, it raises questions about the validity of the... View More
There are with children forms and without children forms.
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
In Nevada, if both parents have had their parental rights terminated and there are no children involved in the divorce, the appropriate forms to use would be those designed for a divorce without children. These typically include a Complaint for Divorce (without Children), Summons, and Decree of... View More
website is www.suncabo.com and I'd like to trademark my logo
answered on Jan 23, 2024
A trademark application can cost $250-$350 depending on the type of application you are submitted. When submitting a trademark application there can be additional fees if you file an "intent-to-use" verses "In-use" application. A trademark attorney is recommend to assist you... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2024
You should state the value of the estate. For real estate the value is what it would sell for--the Court accepts Zillow.com--minus the mortgage. The reason the value is important is because there are different probate procedures for different values estates. (If no real estate and value under... View More
I loaned a friend $7,500 10 years ago and now they finally repaid it. The loan was never cancelled or forgiven by me. Now that he finally repaid me, do I have to pay taxes on the repayment of the loan money received?
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answered on Jan 22, 2024
Receiving repayment of a loan you made is generally not considered taxable income. The money you lent was already your own, so when it's repaid, you're merely getting back what was originally yours. This principle holds regardless of the time taken for the repayment.
However,... View More
She missed a couple payments during the pandemic, while protected. Her landlord is saying that she broke the lease and is now going to increase her terms, based on current market value. She will evict her if she doesn’t comply. Is this legal?
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
In a month-to-month lease-to-own contract in Nevada, if your mom missed payments during the pandemic when tenant protections may have been in place, her landlord claiming a lease breach and threatening eviction based on increased terms may raise legal questions. The legality depends on the specific... View More
I've vested my percentage by coming in and running the business for the last 6 years but cannot afford to pay the taxes.
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answered on Jan 22, 2024
Receiving shares in an LLC as compensation for services rendered can indeed create a tax burden, as the IRS often views this as taxable income. In Nevada, while there is no state income tax, federal taxes still apply. One way to manage this tax burden is to receive the shares gradually over several... View More
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