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answered on Nov 3, 2025

You have viable claims against the Texas auction firm for misleading descriptions and photographs that concealed the true condition of the coins. Under Article 2 of the UCC, you may revoke acceptance for nonconforming goods within a reasonable time and demand rescission and a refund; “as‑is”... View More

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answered on Oct 31, 2025

Yes, you can request a copy of your homestead life estate agreement from the attorney who drafted it, even if that attorney represented your brother. Since you are a named party to the agreement, you have a legitimate right to access a copy of the document. The attorney may be able to provide it... View More

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answered on Oct 27, 2025

You shut this down by attacking formation: Pennsylvania requires offer, acceptance, consideration, and definite terms; without mutual assent, no contract exists. You serve specific denials and demand strict proof of any writing or promise.

You immediately file Preliminary Objections under... View More

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answered on Oct 23, 2025

You earned your wages in Pennsylvania, and an employer’s “cash‑flow” excuses never negate your right to be paid. You can proceed under Pennsylvania’s Wage Payment and Collection Law using your offer letter as the written pay agreement, and you can also invoke federal wage law for any... View More

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answered on Oct 22, 2025

Finalizing your divorce and marital settlement agreement (MSA) in Pennsylvania involves several important steps to ensure everything is done properly and legally binding. The MSA is a key document that outlines how property, debts, and, if applicable, custody and support will be divided. Before... View More

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answered on Oct 22, 2025

Before signing anything, make sure the overpayment amount is accurate and that you fully understand how it was calculated. Ask your employer for a detailed breakdown showing which pay periods were affected and how they arrived at the $2,000 figure. Mistakes can happen, and you have the right to... View More

The simple answer is No. However, PA has a provision that allows the award of counsel fees if your opponent has acted arbitrarily vexatiously. Why didn't you ask your own attorney this question?

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answered on Oct 22, 2025

You’ve already taken smart steps by arranging for an independent assessment and involving historic preservation experts. Their written evaluations and cost estimates will be essential evidence if you decide to pursue legal or administrative action. Start by gathering every piece of documentation... View More

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answered on Oct 13, 2025

It sounds like you may be caught in a high-interest or revolving payment contract where most of your payments have gone toward interest instead of the principal balance. Even if the contract allows for interest, lenders must follow fair lending and disclosure laws. When the amount you’ve already... View More

Email them. Apologize for the mistake. Propose a payback period and see what they do. Nobody in their right mind sues another for such a piddling amount.

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answered on Oct 7, 2025

You’re right to be cautious, especially since your husband holds the insurance policy and has indicated he doesn’t intend to share the funds. A **notarized agreement** between you and your husband can carry legal weight as a written contract, but only if it meets certain requirements. For it to... View More

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answered on Oct 7, 2025

You’re right to be cautious, especially when other clients are reporting serious problems and the vendor is being evasive. In most cases, a contract becomes legally binding when both parties **agree to the terms and provide consideration**—in this case, your payment and their promise of... View More

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answered on Oct 6, 2025

It sounds like you’ve handled this situation as carefully as possible, and your documentation will help protect you. Since the buyers never completed the sale by notarizing the title or taking possession of the car, the transfer of ownership was **never legally finalized**. In most states, a... View More

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answered on Oct 1, 2025

If you are classified as an independent contractor, the company has wide discretion in structuring payment terms, even if that means not compensating you for indirect hours. Since your contract specifically states that only direct counseling hours are paid, you agreed to those terms when signing.... View More

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answered on Oct 1, 2025

The Service Members Civil Relief Act (SCRA) does provide certain protections for active duty service members, but it does not erase debts or automatically excuse repayment. Instead, it can limit interest rates on pre-service obligations to 6% and allow courts to delay proceedings if military... View More

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answered on Sep 27, 2025

In Pennsylvania, it is generally legal to enter into lease agreements for commercial property, but overlapping leases covering the same space can create serious legal and practical issues. Each lease gives the tenant certain rights to use the property, and if those rights conflict, you as the... View More

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answered on Sep 24, 2025

A termination agreement over Facebook Messenger could potentially be considered legally binding if both parties clearly agreed to end the contract and there is evidence of that agreement. Your message and her response stating she “will agree to end our contract today” could serve as proof of... View More

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answered on Sep 23, 2025

In Pennsylvania, a landlord is required to provide a written list of any damages or unpaid rent that are being deducted from a tenant’s security deposit. This notice should be mailed to your last known address within 30 days after you move out. It must identify the specific amounts being deducted... View More

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answered on Sep 23, 2025

It sounds like you entered into the agreement with the expectation that the tuition funds would go straight toward your loan, but your employer changed the way they administered it. That difference could make a big impact on your finances, and it raises fair questions about whether the company held... View More

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answered on Sep 22, 2025

Because your employer did not follow the written terms of the tuition reimbursement plan, you may have a valid argument that they breached the contract. The key issue is that the agreement stated funds would go directly to your student loan balance, but instead, they were treated as payroll,... View More