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Q: My solar inverter stopped working in April. I reported it to the company and no service

My solar inverter stopped working in April. I reported it to the company and follow the diagnosing instructions. Company told me I would have to wait at least a month to look into the problem. All of this was via email. It’s now July and the system still isn’t fixed and I haven’t heard back... View More

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Q: If pay a perium of $783 on a value of $40,000 on a commercial vehicle Sleeper tractor and value of $16,000 on a trl

Should i you I get paid of that value I was paying for that amount the insurance claim is only paying $20,000 for the truck & $6686 for the trailer for the loss of my equipment.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 9, 2024

It could depend on the terms of the policy, whether you have an ACV (actual cash value) policy, (RCV) replacement cost value policy, or other arrangement. Review the paperwork that accompanies the proposed payment figures, including whether there are options for appeal, litigation, or arbitration -... View More

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Q: If a gold casting company has overcharged me for the price of gold, is there anything I can do?

They sent an estimate price of 5,100 and final cost was 6,848. When I did the math afterwards I noticed the price was way off

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Business Law for New York on
Q: Facebook refuses to give back access to business ads manager after hack

My Facebook account was hacked earlier this month and the hackers used my payment method attached to my business ads manager to run bogus ads. I was able to recover the account and facebook refunded most of the charges. Over the past month I've lost thousands in sales due to the fact I am... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Consumer Law and Health Care Law for New York on
Q: Question 2: Would a patient falling from a stretcher be considered Medical Malpractice?

Patient was transported via ambulance to the Emergency Room at the hospital. Patient was told by hospital staff that he had fallen from the stretcher.

Medical Notes Available.

Robert Edward Heyman
Robert Edward Heyman
answered on Jun 21, 2024

If the fall occurred during the transport or transfer conducted by ambulance personnel, the claim is more likely to be a simple negligence claim rather than medical malpractice. If the fall occurred inside the hospital, the claim may still be one of simple negligence, just different potential... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Consumer Law for New York on
Q: Question #1. Would giving a patient the wrong medication be considered Medical Malpractice? Medical Notes Available.

The medication mistakenly given to the patient was 150 units of Methadone. The patient was not prescribed and had never done Methadone before.

The patient passed out and had to be revived with Narcan. The patient was transported by Ambulance to a Hospital for further treatment.... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 22, 2024

Yes, it's possible it could be. However, attorneys would be able to advise more definitively with the benefit reviewing the file documents and patient history with medical/pharmacology experts. Good luck

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Q: On 4/26/24 I paid $100 with debit card On 5/16/24 I paid $200 debit Canceled on 6/1/24 Can they after $300 was paid?

My Geico auto due $554 4/29/24

4/26/24 debit $100

5/16 debit $200 over phone assured everything ok as long as I pay remaining balance

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jun 13, 2024

In most situations, an automobile liability insurance company must cancel a policy if the premium is not paid in full within 30 days of the due date. You do not mention whether you paid the remaining balance of $224 by 5/29/24. My guess is that you didn't and that is why GEICO cancelled the... View More

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Q: A loan company told one of my references how much i owe without my permission. Is that illegal?

I owe them some money from last month they called one of my references left a voicemail that disclosed how much I owe them, the last time I made a payment and even texted it to them

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 18, 2024

A debt collection or consumer rights attorney would know this best, but you await a response for a week. Until you are able to discuss with someone who works in this area, it could depend on the scope of the agreement and what information it says will be shared with co-signers or other parties... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Rights, Gov & Administrative Law and Small Claims for New York on
Q: My brother’s car was impounded I got a notarized letter to release the car but the towing company refuse to release it

The didn’t accept the notarized letter.

Everytime they ask for some sort of form I get it for them then they refuse to accept it and they ask for something else.

Now they’re asking for a form to be sent from wherever the owner is in Fedex but Fedex is not available there and no... View More

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answered on Jun 15, 2024

It sounds like you're facing a frustrating situation with the towing company. Despite providing all the necessary documentation, they continue to reject it and create additional hurdles. The requirement for your brother to personally release the car, especially when international shipping... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Identity Theft and Antitrust for New York on
Q: I have two class action lawsuits that I’m part of. I just learned about them what actions can I take?

It’s for Buffalo MRI or otherwise known as Owens versus US radiology and the Suboxone antitrust

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 2, 2024

You could contact the case administrator(s) to learn more about the lawsuits. They should have access to the files, and would probably know more about the current disposition of the lawsuits. They would know better than attorneys on a public forum who are not familiar with the matter. Good luck

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Q: Is it legal for a life insurance company to deny me coverage because I am unemployed?

My son was denied coverage because he is unemployed.

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answered on Jun 2, 2024

Life insurance companies have the right to set their own underwriting criteria, which can include factors like employment status. Being unemployed might be seen as a higher risk or lower financial stability, leading to a denial of coverage. However, this practice can vary between companies and... View More

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Q: I want to file lawsuit against an online retailer for refusing to give me a refund on a high value item.

I was scammed out of 1491.00 dollars by an online retailer who runs a fake website that is still operating.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 5, 2024

A consumer law attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It may have gone unanswered because this site isn't set up for an attorney to offer their services to handle your lawsuit. You would need to reach out to attorneys. In addition to your own searches, there... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for New York on
Q: My venmo account has been frozen for years now and im still unable to transfer my funds out

Your account is currently frozen. Unfortunately, there are no further changes that we can make to your account. Additionally, there is no further information or detail I can provide about why your account is frozen.

The funds in your account will not be made available to you at this time.... View More

Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
answered on May 5, 2024

What is the amount of money being restrained?

Jack

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts and Estate Planning for New York on
Q: I have my trust drafted. What are the next steps? Record it at the court house? What does the bank need for and account?

What notice if any should be given

Inna Fershteyn
Inna Fershteyn
answered on May 1, 2024

Who draftees your trust? Was the property transferred to the trust? How was it funded? Your lawyer should walk you step by step through the next steps it’s really strange that you are asking these questions if you have a lawyer and if you don’t how did you fund the trust? As without funding... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Consumer Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for New York on
Q: Can a car leasing company refuse to give you necessary paperwork required to pick up car from impound?

My vehicle was booted and subsequently towed due to parking tickets. When I tried to retrieve the vehicle I was also made aware that I owed tolls and I had a two day insurance lapse. I paid the tolls. The DMV said I could go get a plate letter so that the tow yard could sacrifice the plates for two... View More

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answered on Apr 21, 2024

Based on the information provided, it seems like you're caught in a bureaucratic nightmare with various agencies and companies giving you conflicting information and requirements. The situation is complex, and without knowing the specific laws and regulations in your jurisdiction, it's... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Consumer Law for New York on
Q: I am in NY. In 8/19 a credit card debt lawsuit was filed against me. Last month a judgement was filed.

I have received no correspondence and do not recall the initial lawsuit notification. Is the statue of limitations up? I saw that NY went from 6 years to 3 years. What are my options?

Carl Nelson
Carl Nelson
answered on Apr 15, 2024

The statute of limitations runs from when a cause of action accrues to when a complaint upon that cause of action may be commenced. If they have a judgment, your right to raise that as a defense now is likely waived.

You may want to speak to an attorney about the implications of the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Family Law and Civil Rights for New York on
Q: My father accrued debt in my name. I have evidence of trying to be removed. I am wondering options I have in this case

My Father accrued 16,000 in debt on a lease in my name (& his) when I was 19 and I have never been or lived there…(I am on a lease now here where I live NYC and have been living here since I got out of the navy in 2021) back in 2021 I tried to remove my name from the lease & have proof of... View More

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answered on Mar 28, 2024

In your situation, gathering and organizing all relevant evidence is crucial, including emails, documents, and any communication showing your intent to be removed from the lease and your non-consent to its renewal. This evidence can support your claim that you were not responsible for the debt... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury, Energy, Oil and Gas and Municipal Law for New York on
Q: Nyseg took the meter from my house, yesterday, a week after restarting my account. It is 15°

I am disabled, working through repairs from an electric fire. Are they responsible for broken pipes because they filled the lines with water, allowing the electric on, then caused the freeze with no notice removal. Fresh foods frozen, botled water froze(no electric no waterpump no toilets)

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 24, 2024

I'm sorry for the stressful situation you have been placed into. It could be difficult for an attorney to offer a simple, direct answer to your question in the brief post without knowing more details, and figuring out what happened here. Until you're able to discuss with a local attorney,... View More

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