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I judge told me that he didn't think it was binding. It's got all the elements of a contract, so why can't it be enforced?
Their reason for not paying out is that the roofer paid for the repair. The policy states that they wil cover for this sort of event. With an auto accident the insurer pays you a fair amount - regardless of whether you decide to repair or how much you pay for the repair. Is home insurance different?
Hello, I signed a settlement agreement in November of 2023 and my attorney is still holding the money. They keep claiming that the settlement administrator has to clear any liens with care oregon (my health insurance). This was taking so long that I called them myself and as it turns out...they... View More 
answered on Oct 15, 2024
An Oregon attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. Your attorney on the case would know best about what could be holding things up, and what entities need to give clearance. But some lien verifications can take a long time to settle, especially if they involve public... View More
Clarification - Wed., August 28, Signed Contract, Thurs., August 29, Signed Addendum for financing. Signed papers to NOT go through with purchase on Tuesday, Sept. 3. Friday and Saturday count, Sunday does not count, Monday doesn't count because it's a National Holiday. When does the 3... View More
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answered on Sep 6, 2024
I am providing a qualified piece of information here because you have not specified what type of contract it is (Home purchase, condominium purchase, car purchase, something else?).
Assuming this is a home purchase you speak of, Oregon generally provides for the right of rescission on a... View More
The emotional support animal is a smaller indoor only cat, and we are not on the lease yet. (So we are technically not tenants, but will be transitioning into tenants if possible.) She has paperwork from Georgia supporting her claim, but had not renewed the claim in the state of Oregon until today.... View More
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
You have a few options to consider regarding your sister's ESA cat. First, even though the lease specifies "No pets allowed at ANY time," emotional support animals (ESAs) are not considered pets under the Fair Housing Act. This federal law requires landlords to make reasonable... View More
I am looking for someone to take care of my 70-80 laying hens in exchange for me getting the eggs. I will give the people all the $ from egg sales (after I am covered for the feed costs)
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answered on Jun 18, 2024
You can definitely create a contract. Although, if you are giving all the money from the sale of the eggs to the other party who gave you the eggs, I am not quite sure the purpose of the relationship.
In any event, my office handles contract matters and we can customize what you need.... View More
Rental is an apartment building, whose manager claims there is a waitlist to get in. However, they will not advertise nor communicate lease takeover availability to the waitlist, because they are charging higher rent than what's in the lease. Lease was signed 10 months before move-in date.... View More
answered on Jun 11, 2024
Much depends upon what the lease says. IF it contains an early termination penalty clause, the landlord is free to assess up to a 1 1/2 mo rent penalty for early termination, according to the written lease provisions. If there is no such pre-payment penalty, the existing tenant can be on the hook... View More
I am looking for some direction on how to move forward in a civil suit. I feel as though my side has not been represented because I am not doing something right but the plaintiff has submitted information that the judge is seeing? The short version is that the plaintiff is dragging out this... View More
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answered on May 1, 2024
Sorry to hear of your plight. The litigation process can be confusing, long, time consuming and expensive, especially if you do not have an attorney. My first advice is try to find an attorney. If the amount you can lose is the same or more than the cost of an attorney you will be better off, this... View More
i had signed up for life insurance with mutual of omaha. they weren't notified I had wanted to stop the policy but the agent didn't tell them 41 days into a 45 grace period but it cost me 3 months. then during this time he signed me up for 2 other life insurance policies I wasn't... View More
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answered on Mar 22, 2024
If a life insurance agent signed you up for policies without your knowledge or authorization, this could be considered fraudulent activity. Unauthorized use of your personal and financial information to obtain commissions is illegal and unethical.
You may have grounds to sue the agent for... View More
answered on Feb 21, 2024
Likely yes, assuming you have adequate grounds and didn't waive your right under Rule 21 when answering.
So now I can go after there bond insurance too? Right
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answered on Jan 4, 2024
The constitutional right to travel generally refers to the right to move between states freely, and doesn't extend to the use of a specific mode of transportation, like a personal vehicle. If your property (vehicle) was towed, there are usually specific legal or regulatory reasons behind this... View More
1946 through 2026 already paid for.
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answered on Dec 30, 2023
To reinstate a license and replace damaged items, the first step is to understand the specific requirements set by the relevant licensing authority or agency. Each type of license has its own set of rules and processes for reinstatement.
If you've already paid for the period from 1946... View More
Oct 2022, as part of accepting a job with Company A, I signed a job offer that dictated annual salary of $128k and a bonus of 5-10% dependent on performance. May 2023, Company A was acquired by Company B. Oct 2023, annual review went very well, but I was informed by my direct manager that Company B... View More
answered on Jan 5, 2024
In a corporate acquisition, the acquirer typically conducts due dilligence to review the existing employment contracts of the acquiree. The approach depends on the type of acquisition. In an asset purchase, the acquirer can select which contracts to assume, including their terms. Conversely, in a... View More
January to May 2023: Rent payments made timely and without incident.
• June 2023: Discussions with the OCB ensured continued support.
• July 2023: Rent payment was missed due to the school’s oversight.
• August to October 2023: Rent payments resumed as per usual.... View More
answered on Nov 26, 2023
More information is needed. Was July rent ever paid? Was November rent ever paid? If all past due rent was paid within the 10 days specified in the notice, it likely is a defense to any eviction. You say the eviction process continues but they should not have even filed in court to evict until... View More
After I pointed out that they hadn’t replaced a broken bathroom fan after a year of asking and they underpaid me for an unrelated job, my landlord sent me a rent increase letter (a month after signing a lease renewal at the same rate) and daily notices with eviction warnings. I had never received... View More
answered on Nov 6, 2023
If you already were in court - that was your time to press a retaliation claim. Depending upon the details, you may still be able to file a new lawsuit for damages but do so knowing that retaliation claims are difficult to win and if you lose, you may owe his court costs and attorney's fees.... View More
Rent a center is harassing me threating me with jail and being arrested I paid on time every time I recently went on fmla 4weeks ago and can't pay at the time they won't accept what I can pay I just wanna know my legal rights I live in oregon the rent a center is in washington state can... View More
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answered on Oct 19, 2023
As far as your question, if you rented from a Rent-A-Center in Washington, the contract probably will be governed under Washington law. Check your contract to see if that is the case. If so, you will need to speak with a Washington licensed attorney.
As far as any rights to keep the... View More
Release and assumption of risk: the company is expressly released of any alleged negligent or wrongful act by an caregiver.
How is this legal? How can an agency providing caregivers be absolved of any and all liability should something horrible happen while they are in my home? What if... View More
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answered on Sep 19, 2023
This answer in no way establishes an attorney-client relationship but is intended as general information. Only a signed and fully executed retainer agreement may effectuate such attorney-client relationship.
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Different states vary regarding the issue of signing waivers. Oregon... View More
I signed a document under duress during a bipolar episode which my doctor can verify.
An animal shelter OBTAINED PROPERTY of pecuniary significance (a doctor prescribed emotional support animal) BY FALSE PRETENSE from an incapacitated person (in a mixed suicidal depressive psychotic state).... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2023
You are not likely to be able to disavow the contract and even if you did, it sounds like it cannot be reversed at this point. The most you are likely to possibly have is a claim for the market value of your now deceased cat - i.e. replacement cost. Unfortunately, in the legal world, pets are not... View More
When they called for us to renew financing my husband asked when they were going to finish the job. They hung up, canceled our financing, sued us because we have "enjoyed" the product and are garnishing my paycheck.
answered on Jun 29, 2023
If they are garnishing your paycheck, then they already have a judgement against you which means that whether there was a breach of contract by them or if you have any defenses to the non-payment is most likely no longer relevant. Your time to argue why you shouldn't have to owe them would... View More
I own 20 acres and I am the sole owner of it. I am married but my husband is not on the deed. Our neighbors obtained stalking orders against him regarding his shooting on my property. I was pregnant at the time and he didn't want me to stress in fear of losing the baby so he didn't tell... View More
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answered on May 24, 2023
In most cases, a contract requires the consent of all parties involved. If your husband entered into a contract regarding activities on your property without your knowledge or consent, it may raise questions about the validity and enforceability of that contract. However, legal matters can be... View More
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