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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Arizona on
Q: Can I sue a small dealership for them failing to fix my vehicle when it needed a new engine and now they want to repo?

Financed a vehicle threw auto action the failed to fix it 3 times when it needs a new engine per their mechanic/warranty and they never put one in. I lost my job not being able to get there. And now they want to repo cause I haven't paid in 52 days I'm starting work Dec 9

Nadine Sameer Deeb
Nadine Sameer Deeb
answered on Dec 17, 2021

In Arizona, the implied warranty on a vehicle is 15 days or 500 miles, whichever comes first. This warranty covers issues that make the vehicle inoperable within that period of time. I'm not sure if you purchased an additional warranty, because that is most likely your primary resource to fix... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts and Insurance Bad Faith for Arizona on
Q: Does Arizona require dealers to have full insurance coverage on financed vehicles?

I know they will probably demand it but say they didn’t and the vehicle was totaled the first week and had no collision insurance. Is there a gap time or would the dealer be responsible for some of it

Nadine Sameer Deeb
Nadine Sameer Deeb
answered on Nov 15, 2021

A customer is required to have full coverage insurance on financed vehicles prior to departing the dealership with the vehicle on the day of purchase.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Arizona on
Q: I am a teacher in contract and want to get out of the contract without it affecting my license.

I want someone to read my contract and make sure that i can do this

Nadine Sameer Deeb
Nadine Sameer Deeb
answered on Nov 11, 2021

I, or any of the other contract attorneys on this site, would be happy to review your contract if you'd like to contact one of us.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Arizona on
Q: I hired a photographer/videographer for my wedding. They claimed to be a professional company but I have since learned

They outsource clients to brand new photographers with little to no experience. Not professionals. They are refusing a refund.

Nadine Sameer Deeb
Nadine Sameer Deeb
answered on Nov 11, 2021

Whether or not you're entitled to cancel the contract and get your money back is entirely based on the terms of the agreement itself, whether it specified a standard of experience that was required for the photographer performing the work and whether or not they were permitted to outsource the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Civil Litigation for Arizona on
Q: Can I take my friends car if she doesn't want to give me my car I paid for?

So I just got out of prison and a girl that I thought was my friend let me stay at her daughter's house "paid rent" "food" ect.. about a couple days of me being there I started looking for a car... Her boyfriend said that his brother has a couple vehicles for sale... He... View More

Nadine Sameer Deeb
Nadine Sameer Deeb
answered on Nov 11, 2021

Unfortunately some key components are missing from your question in order for an attorney to provide you with an answer. It's important to know who has the money that you gave to the boyfriend. Did he pay it toward his car, did he put it as a deposit on your car, or does he still have it? If... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Employment Law for Arizona on
Q: I got an acting gig & in the contract they are saying they will be allowed to use my image or likeness in "perpetuity"

Is this the norm? They can use it forever?

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta
answered on Oct 20, 2021

Yes it is

Most likely it is in connection with the specific acting or work you are doing.

Consult with an attorney.

This is not legal advice.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Legal Malpractice and Contracts for Arizona on
Q: Hello, My question is, is it legal for a family member or anyone else to become an gaurdian without the person being

Without the person knowing? For some reason I couldn't finish my question.

Thank you

Mike Branum
Mike Branum
answered on Sep 21, 2021

In an emergency situation it would be possible to obtain a temporary guardianship without the person's knowledge. A permanent guardianship would not likely be granted without having the ward appear before the Court.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Arizona on
Q: Question is this email which included a second party legally binding? Thank you!!

Trying to do an early cancellation of a Cox Fiber connection at a building we have moved from (16mos early).

We had a new Cox Fiber connection installed at the new building. Both buildings are in Arizona.

In an email the Cox person responded to the question of early termination... View More

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta
answered on Aug 24, 2021

You can use any communication as proof of a modification to a regular contract.

Consult with an attorney. This is not legal advise.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Arizona on
Q: Can you bid on your own auction online in Arizona when a lien has been placed on your storage unit
Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta
answered on Aug 17, 2021

Probably yes

Check with the online company

It is very typical in bankruptcy auctions for the debtor to bid on his own assets

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Criminal Law and Arbitration / Mediation Law for Arizona on
Q: Re U-Haul charges for stolen truck under my name. I did get the insurance on the truck and will be pressing charges

U-Haul still wants to charge me for stolen vehicle and who know what else.

I want to know what is the first best route to start this legally. Should I arbitrate or go to court...based on not much experience.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 13, 2021

An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. There could be provisions in your agreement that address arbitration. Some contracts have clauses that require arbitration over court - some contracts do not have such clauses. Good luck

Tim Akpinar

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Arizona on
Q: If someone signs an “irrevocable” contract for a broker to sell a business and they “void” it would it still be binding

The potential owner found an individual to purchase the business and thusly doesn’t need to broker the deal through a 3rd party. The contract itself notates it to be irrevocable but the broker is simply wrote “Void” through the contract itself. Not sure if this would require signing a new... View More

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta
answered on Jul 7, 2021

Depends.

Any contract can be changed, cancelled or modified by the parties.

Check with an attorney in a consultation to review your case.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Arizona on
Q: I am a defendant in a case where I perceive an attorney has knowingly filed a lis pendens. I have countersued.

I wish to file an ethics complaint or file against the attorney directly citing ARS 33-420 as I have done in the countersue against the plaintiff. I perceive the attorney uses frivolous lis pendens on a regular basis

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta
answered on Jun 28, 2021

Go to the state bar website and ask somebody there.

You can be liable if your complaint has no basis.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Products Liability and Business Law for Arizona on
Q: I have a small company and I want to manage/invest my clients' money; charing no fees. Are there any legal hurdles?

I want to be able to advertise that I will return a percentage per year on the investment. No fees.

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta
answered on Jun 9, 2021

It depends on the type of business you have. You will need a license and registration with agencies.

Consult with an attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Arbitration / Mediation Law for Arizona on
Q: Will a verbal contact be honored in the event of one party's death or incapacitation?

The short version:

My boyfriend financed a car for me. We had a verbal agreement that the car would be mine as long as I paid all payments, expenses, and down payment. It is 30 months later and I have never missed or been late for a payment and I have payed ALL related expenses.... View More

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta
answered on May 19, 2021

Yes it can.

If you can make sure it is in writing or recognized as such.

It would be better if the car is in your name and all payments came from you, from your checking account or transfers so that you have proof.

It may cost you to enforce the contract.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Copyright, Business Law and Communications Law for Arizona on
Q: We do internet videos and a major american television show is asking us to sign a "Material License Agreement"

We are wondering what liability can come from this? We do not currently make money from the internet and are just making interesting videos. The contract says we grant non-exclusive license. We're fine giving it away for free but since we don't make money from this, we just want to make... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 8, 2021

An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for four weeks. Because of its complexity and detail, this could be a difficult post for an attorney to respond to without knowing more information, and likely seeing the agreement you mention. If you continue not to get a response,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Arizona on
Q: Signed a contract with Anderson Windows for $40,000 on the 18th of November, how long do I have to cancel contract
Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta
answered on Nov 25, 2020

Review the contract

Usually if a contract is signed at your home, you have a few days to back away

Consult with an attorney

And if you are going to cancel, you'd better do it fast, as in talking to somebody about your options, before the company can claim any damages by your inaction

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Arizona on
Q: Hello. I’d like to know if I can be sued for backing out of an agreement to sell my house?

The transaction involves an investor but I have another interested party that I’d like to sell to. Can switch without any legal ramifications?

Marcos Garciaacosta
Marcos Garciaacosta
answered on Oct 15, 2020

Most likely not.

Check the contract you signed.

Most likely the buyer can sue you and force you to sell.

Best luck!

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Real Estate Law for Arizona on
Q: Is it legal to create a retroactive contract for a rent-to-purchase agreement in Arizona?

I have had great tenants for 3 years renting my home. I am selling my house, and I would be interested in offering it to them (they have expressed interest previously). As agent fees usually run about 6%, I was wondering if I could write a retroactive contract wherein a portion (equal to that 6%)... View More

Peter H. Westby
Peter H. Westby
answered on Oct 8, 2020

I do not recommend using any kind of retroactive contract. A normal residential real estate purchase contract should be used to document this transaction. But your intention is fine. There is no problem in reducing the purchase price of the home in any amount that you and your tenants agree... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts and Small Claims for Arizona on
Q: Am I obligated to pay for a rental car that I didn't sign an agreement fro it?

I recently rented a car, and typically before you get the keys, you sign a rental agreement. I was not asked to sign any agreement, am I still obligated to pay without signing an agreement?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 1, 2020

An Arizona attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for two weeks. As a general premise, signing an agreement has evolved from what it meant in the past. Digital keystrokes on a computer or other device have attained the same legal force as a traditional signature left by a pen on... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Contracts for Arizona on
Q: Thousand dollars down to hold a truck and the guy died two days later and never made it back they won’t refund
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 19, 2020

Since your post remains open for a while, at this point you could consider checking with an Arizona attorney if this is something the person(s) appointed to handle the estate would handle - but if it was a matter of cash exchanged over a handshake, there might not be any record of it. Good luck... View More

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