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1 Answer | Asked in Small Claims and Consumer Law for Alabama on
Q: I have a question if I can sue an independent mechanic for not showing proof of programming

I got an independent mechanic to do a transmission swap on my car. I payed him to swap the transmission and to program the new one. The transmission was bad and I have asked the mechanic to send me proof of programming so I can get a warranty transmission sent out. The mechanic agreed to send me... View More

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Jan 13, 2024

In your situation, considering legal action against the independent mechanic may be an option. Initially, you should review the agreement or contract you had with the mechanic, focusing on the terms related to the transmission swap and programming. This will help determine whether there has been a... View More

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Q: I found a abandoned vehicle and I fixed it and tried to obtain a title and found out that the car was stolen and the

Insurance company labeled it as salvage title what do I do

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answered on Aug 31, 2023

Discovering that the abandoned vehicle you repaired was stolen and carries a salvage title requires immediate action. Firstly, report the situation to local law enforcement, providing them with all relevant details about the vehicle's history and your repairs. Cooperate fully with their... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: What happens when Tower loans files a default judgement
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answered on Aug 24, 2023

When Tower Loan files a default judgment against you in Alabama, it means that they are seeking a legal decision in their favor because you failed to respond to a lawsuit or take appropriate legal action within the required time frame. This typically happens when you are sued for a debt and you do... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: Can I sue to get my money back if it’s an “as is” type purchase?

I bought a used car from a private owner who lives in Georgia (we live in Alabama). He sold it to us for $5200 but ended up giving us $400 back the day of the sale because he forgot to tell us that the title was in the hands of a used car dealer instead of him & that I’d have to pay the fees.... View More

Kristine Jones
Kristine Jones
answered on Apr 5, 2023

Hello. Thank you for your question. It sounds like you purchased the car in Georgia. Because purchase was in Georgia, Georgia state law would control the remedies available to you. If you had purchased in Alabama, Alabama is a "buyer beware" state. Meaning, as is purchases are final once... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: Can I sue defendent that pleaded guilty 2022 to harassment charge dated 2019?
Allan Lamar Armstrong
Allan Lamar Armstrong
answered on Mar 30, 2023

I'm sorry to hear about your experience. Yes, you can sue almost anyone by simply filing a complaint and paying the filing fees. The question is whether you can win and what you might recover. Basically, does the potential reward outweigh time and expense. More details are necessary for such... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: How do I protect myself from boss who got credit card in my name w/o me knowing and let others use it
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 20, 2023

An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to consult with an attorney for your best options, check the account statements closely. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Real Estate Law and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: My mortgage holder is having me evicted. I have a lease purchase contract. I never violated it.

He did not serve me properly. He filed in the wrong court. Yet the judge took it anyways. What do I do now? This shouldn't of been in Civil court at all. The judge in the appeal court never heard any of my testimony. Nor looked at any of my documents. I'm not sure if my attorney even... View More

Allan Lamar Armstrong
Allan Lamar Armstrong
answered on Jun 26, 2023

If you are currently represented by your original lawyer, you must seek advice from that person. There may be answers in response to your concerns and an appropriate course of action. If you seek new counsel, much more information is necessary. A new lawyer will need to review all documents and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Agricultural Law, Civil Litigation and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: If someone is driving by my house blowing train horns repeatedly is it against the law and what can I do about it?

Someone who doesn’t like me comes by my house regularly and blows train horns that he has hooked up to his truck and recently spooked my horse. My horse ran into the side of our barn due to this. We’ve reported him to the police for running me off the road and harassment but they say there is... View More

Nelson Craig Johnson
Nelson Craig Johnson
answered on Jan 19, 2022

You can look into if your city or county has a local noise ordinance, but if the police refuse to enforce it that may be a problem. You may want to call the city attorney or district attorney to discuss the matter.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Civil Litigation and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: Truck driver passed me in a completely ice and snow covered lane and the snow flying up busted my window.

The driver had already tried to pass once and backed out because the road was that bad and then a mile or 2 later tried again. As he passed the wave of slush and ice caused me and the car in front to have to completely stop because we couldn't see and my driver side window got busted. I... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 6, 2021

An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. As a general matter in many jurisdictions, you probably would. Check with the Small Claims Court, either through its online resources or contacting an administrative person at the courthouse as to the types of cases... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Appeals / Appellate Law, Collections and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: How can I have a judgment against me when I’ve never been contacted about any debt?

I am trying to sell my home and my title came back that there is a judgment against me that was filed a year ago. I have never been contacted about this and I have always paid my bills in full, on time. How can they do this without notifying me and how do I fight back? How do I find out who is... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 7, 2020

An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. As a general matter, depending on state codes of civil procedure for service of process, one possibility is that the creditor could have told the court that they satisfied requirements for proper service and was... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Elder Law and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: Hi yes I just turned 18 instead of Alabama does my mother have a right to be reading my text every night
Sheila Crumley Field
Sheila Crumley Field
answered on Oct 25, 2020

The age of majority in Alabama is 19, so technically she can. And.. if she pays for the phone, then she can look at it.

1 Answer | Asked in Small Claims, Civil Litigation and Intellectual Property for Alabama on
Q: I bought a truck from someone. I found out he pawned title in 2016, I paid debt to get title

He is saying the bill of sale means nothing . I paid 1300 cash for truck 500 debt to creditors for title now he saying I owed him 2000 more and he going to go get truck

Sheila Crumley Field
Sheila Crumley Field
answered on Oct 18, 2020

The bill of sale does mean something. If you paid him 1800 and have a bill of sale and he refuses to give you the truck you can have him arrested for theft by deception 1st degree, in addition to suing him civilly. Good luck!

1 Answer | Asked in Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: My boyfriend who I live with died and his truck that is payed for has been taken by his brother and I feel lts mine
Sheila Crumley Field
Sheila Crumley Field
answered on Aug 4, 2020

If you weren’t married then it belongs to his estate. Did y’all have any children? If yes, then they are entitled to it. If not, then his parents are entitled to it. If no parents, then siblings. You have no rights, unless you can prove you paid for it.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: I paid a contractor in full for labor and materials . He never completed the job . He is now saying he does not owe the

Materials because it was not completed on the original date . The original date changed because of weather related situation . Does the contractor owe me the money back for materials

Sheila Crumley Field
Sheila Crumley Field
answered on Apr 14, 2020

Yes he owes you for the materials if he never completed the job. You will have to sue to get it back but you can also get attorneys fees and court costs.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: How long does my landlord have to return my security deposit in AL? My lease says 45, but I've seen 35 and 60 online?
Sheila Crumley Field
Sheila Crumley Field
answered on Apr 13, 2020

Whatever your lease says determines when it is returned. In your case it would be the 45 days because that’s what you and the landlord agreed upon when you both signed the lease agreement.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: Is it legal for a loan company to do a hard pull on my credit to see if I am making other payments without my consent
Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta
answered on Apr 9, 2020

check if you signed anything that would allow them to do that.

the application may have included an authorization to do that.

2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: My grandma died and my wife and I have been living I her house for 7 years and now my dad is trying to kick us out

Can he put the house in his name

Amanda B Cook
Amanda B Cook
answered on Nov 25, 2019

That depends on a lot of different facts. Did your grandmother leave a Will? Is your father her only heir? I strongly recommend that you seek the advice of an experienced attorney.

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: Took my vehicle to a body shop to help color changed o

Took my vehicle to a body shop to help color changed on rally stripe down the center blackout on rims and some minor bodTook my vehicle to a body shop to help color changed on rally stripe down the center blackout on rims and some minor body work dropped off March 30th the it was still at shop over... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 1, 2019

Just about any attorney could write the letter you describe. I don't know what kind of working relationship you have with the shop, but it's possible that it could be more practical to simply contact them yourself in a less confrontational manner and ask them what is causing the delay and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: A friend's car caught on fire while I was driving it. He says "You caught my car on fire." Am I liable? Yes I was driv

His mechanic tells the "reason" for the car catching on fire. However, my friend says if I had not been driving it, and it was sitting in his yard, it would not have caught on fire. Am "I" liable?

Mr. James Parrish Coleman
Mr. James Parrish Coleman
answered on Jul 11, 2018

Only if your negligence or wanton conduct caused the damage. We you using the car with his permission?

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Municipal Law and Small Claims for Alabama on
Q: I’m 16 and I turn 17 in October I live in Prichard al but my mom doesn’t support me my boyfriend douse can I move out

I live in Prichard al I turn 17 in October my boyfriend is 18 and is working and we live with my mom but she doesn’t support me anymore can I move out without her consent and what can the cops do if I refuse to live with her or my dad

Kristine Jones
Kristine Jones
answered on May 8, 2018

You could become emancipated and then legally you would be an adult. You are not an adult in Alabama until age 19, which means you are a minor child until you reach the age a majority and become an adult in the eyes of the law. Best of luck!

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