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They also cut our driveway and have not repaired, it's been over one (1) year.
Had many issues here including a flood (broken sink pipe) within 30d of move-in where she never did nor allowed cleanup of the carpet or mold.
Had no power (elec.) to most of the apt. for 9 mos (incl. a dark outdoor walk / approach due to "someone" breaking the light bulbs.) She... View More 
answered on Nov 28, 2017
You cannot be liable for back rent in an illegal apartment, but you cannot stay there either, so you will be evicted.
The letter is from a law firm representing a school district superintendent. After a meeting in which she invited me into her office, she sent a letter saying that she was fearful and that I threatened her staff. I did neither of these things, and in fact waited politely while the secretary... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2017
You need to write a responsive letter to correct the record. There is nothing else you need to do now, unless there are other consequences.
Section 8 has refused to pay me my rent for the mouth because the Tenant complains about mice even though I have had to build exterminated by a professional every mouth I think about taking them to court to collect my read is that a wise decision or not
I also went to have it turned over in my name since my mom didn't have a will do you know how long it takes for the probate to send me that paper so that I can just cash out that insurance
answered on Oct 27, 2017
Your question is unclear. Are you the beneficiary of a policy on her, or is she the beneficiary of a policy on you? Also, no one sends you anything. You have to move forward and do something. I would need to see what you found.
My husband is attempting to force me into a bad settlement. He has repeatedly committed fraud against me and has been harassing me non-stop. I required heart surgery two months ago and did not heal due to stress. I have just had another, my doctor said I MUST avoid stress to heal properly. Husband... View More
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answered on Oct 19, 2017
Probably wouldn't fly. Your case (if filed) would be dismissed.
New vehicle has spray in liner promised by dealer as part of contract.
Dealer contractor installs bed liner incorrectly.
Dealer has contractor attempt to fix damage.
Dealer contractor hits vehicle, dealer moves vehicle to dealership before contacting owner.
Dealer... View More
I have surveillance video of him going into the corner but not him actually doing it.
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answered on Oct 9, 2017
That's disgusting, but no, you need to clean that shit up and maybe contact the police about a public indecency charge. Notify the moving company so that they can take appropriate discipline against this employee.
I feel that my attorney has made several possible mistakes on my case, and I wanted to find out if there was a way I could see for myself, online, the steps and motions she has made, and the dates they were made, or must be made by in the future.
was wronged, can I still sue despite the waiver? I've been offered a buyout, but they want me to waive the right to sue for any and all past actions. I'm concerned about defamation, harassment, and emotional distress.
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answered on Sep 28, 2017
You cannot sue unless they deliberately and/or fraudulently withheld the information from you about the right to sue. That said, it still wouldn't be a clear cut case and possibly an uphill battle. Knowing more about the context here would be helpful, please feel free to reach out to me... View More
I'm a shareholder in a Delaware corporation, but their headquarters is foreign-registered in another state. Our shareholder agreement stipulates "Governing Law" to be Delaware. Can I sue for breach of duty to loyalty in a state where they are foreign-registered, either New York or Oregon?
answered on Sep 25, 2017
Choice of law is not choice of forum, which can also be selected by agreement. Thus, if document is silent, you can sue in NY.
Payments were made from my sole account. After we broke up , she now wants to surrender the truck to the lender (loan in her name). Can I take her to small claims court to recoup the monies paid towards the loan as I now have equity in the vehicle ?
answered on Sep 22, 2017
Unless you made an agreement regarding those payments with your ex, and you can prove it, you likely won't have any claim.
Threaten my family to consent for ease-dropping. What is my option?
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answered on Sep 25, 2017
If you are being threatened by a public official you need to contact the Attorney General of the State of New York immediately to report this.
It was a missed court date and want to know if a judgement was entered
I have requested a constituent meting with legislative staff at the congressional office of a U.S. Representative. The office has declined to allow me to video-record the constituent meeting. As this is a publicly funded, taxpayer-subsidized office, am I within my congressional rights to record the... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2017
Just the fact that it is public doesn't mean it can be recorded (i.e. court proceedings in many instance are not allowed to be recorded).
In certain locales privacy laws have been implemented whereby you cannot record someone without their consent and that also would apply to... View More
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answered on Sep 6, 2017
It's on you to enforce the judgment, you can do this by issuing information subpoenas w/ restraining notices to banks.
Wondering how to prove something was said when questioned but have no statements or anyway to prove I did not say what an officer has told others was said
answered on Aug 17, 2017
During discovery, you may request a copy of all records of the arrest. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
my dad and i have a joint accnt from when i was 17 and has never participated in my account, never made any deposits/withdrawals/anything, only upon my request to take out cash for me sometimes when i needed, his participation was just to accompany a minor in opening an account and purely for... View More
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answered on Aug 16, 2017
Your Dad, if eligible needs to file Bankruptcy, otherwise, you probably won't be able to get it back. To properly answer your questions and address your concerns, the best way to handle this is with an in person consultation with an experienced bankruptcy attorney.
She sent me texts complaining about not having money and needing a phone so I offered to help and she said she would pay her half of the bill then went to Verizon and bought a new phone with me there. Then lost her phone and went and bought another brand new iPhone and raised the bill to well over... View More
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answered on Aug 14, 2017
Treat this as a valuable life lesson. Cut off that phone, asap.
Then, if you have the time, sue her in small claims court.
living alone and he would take me as a dependent and I would have place for life NOW he says he is selling house and I have to move I am 84 and living on SS What should I do? I spent over 70K for the addition!
answered on Aug 13, 2017
Proceed with caution. Obviously there are none facts here for me to get a full answer, but I would look at the nature of your relationship with your son, your current living situation, and the present status of your son loan on said property.
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