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answered on Dec 16, 2024
You should immediately dispute the issue with the bank (and preferably in writing). You'll likely also want to complete a police report to give to the bank to verify the identity theft and respond accordingly if the bank asks for any follow up information from you. Keep track of everything on... View More 
My sister recently died in a nursing care facility in NJ. Her husband deserted her two years previous and because of the uninhabitable state of the rented marital home that the landlord did not repair as well as her illnesses, she had to move to a facility. She could not drive or operate a... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2024
Depending on the status of the divorce matter, there may be a proper basis to undo his receipt of monies in her accounts but im not sure that the process and expense will be worth it, given the cost of retaining counsel, review of the status of the divorce matter, etc to justify the payment of a... View More
I assumed my mothers mortgage acct with W F same bank as checking acct .3 times now they have refused payment making my regular payment triple and my mortgage acct default . What can I do?
answered on Nov 18, 2024
You have provided insufficient information for me to know exactly what is happening. But it sounds as though your mortgage may be in arrears due to unpaid fees or other charges. If the amount tendered is not precisely correct including any late fees or other charges, a lender will often reject it... View More
answered on Nov 18, 2024
Yes. Whether the file is maintained as a hard copy file or in electronic format, the lawyer is required to provide the client's file to the client upon request.
A lawyer is not required to keep a copy of the client's file after the engagement has ended. The lawyer is required to... View More
On March 31, my son hit the car in front of him, and the other party pressured him to pay via Zelle on the spot without providing a repair estimate. Afterward, they requested more money through text messages, and my son made a bank transfer that same day. However, he immediately tried to cancel the... View More
answered on Oct 16, 2024
I'm sorry about your son's accident and ordeal. I hope everyone is okay. It's your decision, but there's something to be said for handling this through your insurance carrier... how do you know the other driver won't come back in 10 months with an injury lawsuit? An... View More
On March 31, my son hit the car in front of him, and the other party pressured him to pay via Zelle on the spot without providing a repair estimate. Afterward, they requested more money through text messages, and my son made a bank transfer that same day. However, he immediately tried to cancel the... View More
answered on Oct 15, 2024
As far as the bank is concerned, they simply followed your son's instructions. If he got scammed, it's not the bank's fault. You don't get to have the bank pay you back.
Worthy of consideration is that your son caused damage to the other car, and the other is owned by... View More
Her name is still on the checking account. This is the only asset. Dispersing monies in Dec after Medicare has had time to review her account and try for reimbursement. Can her name stay on the account, or does it need to be an Estate account so that I do not get taxed on it. If it is an Estate... View More
answered on Sep 9, 2024
although you state that your name is on the account, you can be on account as Power of Attorney or authorized signer (Which both expired when your mother passed away), in which case you may have to open an Estate administration to get control of the funds and open an Estate account (depends on how... View More
Her name is still on the checking account. This is the only asset. Dispersing monies in Dec after Medicare has had time to review her account and try for reimbursement. Can her name stay on the account, or does it need to be an Estate account so that I do not get taxed on it. If it is an Estate... View More
answered on Sep 7, 2024
To do the things you want (you do not state the amount involved), you can initiate a probate (to pay estate bills, and PA tax on distributions to you is five percent) if there was a Will, or an Administration if there was no Will.
I've represented financial institutions for decades,... View More
My father had solar panels installed on his home in NM and when gathering the info for the tax credits I noticed differences in the information listed on the electrical and general building permits, installer contracts and loan financing documents regarding the solar panel model numbers, the actual... View More
answered on Sep 4, 2024
A New Mexico attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you're able to speak with a local attorney or an official from the buildings department, one issue that could possibly arise from the standpoint of insurance is whether there are inconsistencies in... View More
These so called attorney's for a debt collectors have sent me emails threatening legal action of a court summons and/or having me arrested. However, when I ask for proof of the loan they say I took out, they have refused to provide me any information. Their only means of contact is email,... View More
answered on Sep 6, 2024
You are correct to be cautious and suspicious. Usually this type of written collection communication is by regular mail, not email - or possibly regular mail plus email, but not email alone. The written communication usually gives the debtor a deadline to write back to dispute the debt, and the... View More
I am a victim of the 2018 Camp Fire. Multiple times the court abused my civil rights. The judge refused to let speak on my behalf, lawyers voted for me with out being a client, bullied by the Tort lawyers, during litigation, and I was forced to represent my self because the lawyers refused to... View More
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answered on Jul 28, 2024
I'm really sorry to hear about your experiences with the PG&E Camp Fire litigation. Under California law, you have the right to file a complaint if you believe your civil rights were violated during the legal process. To start, you'll need to document all instances of perceived abuse... View More
my brother took the loan using my mom’s credit. My mom is not in the mental state to sign the agreement. If myself or my son who are the power of attorneys signed that document for my mom, where does the responsibility lie if the loan goes into default.?
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answered on Jul 24, 2024
If you or your son sign the loan modification document as power of attorneys for your mom, you are signing on her behalf, not assuming personal liability for the loan. Under California law, the responsibility for the loan remains with your mom, as the original borrower, even if you sign on her... View More
I am looking into joining a debt relief program and before doing so, I am concerned that not paying/defaulting one of my unsecured credit card debts that will be included in the program with Chase Bank will then cause them to repo my vehicle which is also a lease through Chase Bank. I also have a... View More
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answered on Jul 24, 2024
When you default on an unsecured credit card, it doesn’t automatically lead to the repossession of your leased vehicle. Typically, the repossession of a vehicle is associated with missed payments on the auto lease itself, not other unrelated debts. However, banks can cross-check their records,... View More
I had a LTD business that is now dissolved. Since its dissolution I received a refund from an insurance company for overpayment of services. I have tried everything to deposit this check. The insurance company will not reissue it and I cannot sign it over to a third party. I am wondering if I can... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2024
Endorse the check on behalf of the company over to yourself as an individual and deposit it in your individual account.
My family is selling a house owned by 6 siblings. They sold it (or are trying to) to a man who wrote them 6 separate personal checks. They all signed some kind of paperwork (unclear what), but left with no paperwork of their own to prove they sold the house. The checks were for approx 80k each, 10k... View More
answered on Jul 12, 2024
You may have an optimistic view of how quickly state government employees work. It is perfectly possible that the buyer, or escrow agent from the title company, promptly tendered the deed with the necessary recording fee and it hasn't been processed yet.
But it is unwise that the... View More
An account at cadence Bank in Garrison Texas they have froze my bank account because of this repoed car is that legal
answered on Jul 5, 2024
Generally speaking, a lender on a vehicle loan cannot freeze funds on deposit at a different bank or financial institution without filing a lawsuit and obtaining a pre-suit writ of garnishment.
Banks and financial institutions often ask their own customers to agree that, if the customer... View More
answered on Jul 2, 2024
If your earnest money contract included the standard Third Party Financing Addendum and the box at the top of section 2 A is checked, obtaining Buyer Approval by the financing entity was a condition precedent and you are entitled to give notice within the days specified in that section terminating... View More
That was ok, but he woukd have to wait for his check to clear with my bank before he could take possession of the boat. We both agreed. I took the check into my bank branch and deposited the check into my checking acct. After 5 days the check cleared and was posted to my account. That same... View More
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answered on Jun 30, 2024
This is an unfortunate situation, and I'm sorry to hear you've experienced this fraud. To answer your question: Yes, banks can generally freeze accounts when fraud is suspected or detected. However, there are some important points to consider:
1. Check clearing process: While a... View More
I have some valuable information but most of it is online and that is badly corrupted. Anything I want to show you on my phone would have to be in person and likely wouldn't be available. Still I have managed to print some evidence to at least prove a problem.
Apple has mostly... View More
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answered on Jun 29, 2024
I understand you're in a difficult and distressing situation involving stalking and potential security issues with your devices and accounts. I'll try to provide some general guidance, but please note that this is a complex legal matter that may require consultation with a local attorney... View More
I deposited my tax refund check to my account at chase bank on April 3 2024. After the check got cashed on April 15 2024 they closed my account and have my funds in suspense. Till this day I have not received anything from my refund check. I've gone multiple times in person and called customer... View More
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answered on Jun 29, 2024
This situation sounds frustrating, and it's concerning that Chase Bank is holding your tax refund funds for such an extended period without clear communication. Here are some steps you might consider taking:
1. Document everything: Keep a detailed record of all your interactions with... View More
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