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3 Answers | Asked in Banking, Civil Litigation and Real Estate Law for Virginia on
Q: Tracing 2008 judgment from title search for Chase Bank in Augusta County, VA, JDL number 080001170.

I am tracing a judgment from 2008 that appeared on a title search related to Chase Bank, filed in Augusta County, Virginia. We want to know the particulars of this judgment. The JDL number is 080001170. The lawyers who handled the case have gone out of business. I haven't checked public... View More

Dominic Paul Lascara
Dominic Paul Lascara
answered on Mar 24, 2025

You may be able to get the information directly from the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Augusta County, but you will probably have to go there directly or have a title examiner in that area research it for you. If the judgement was docketed in the Circuit Court it will attach to any real property... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Banking, Civil Litigation and Real Estate Law for Virginia on
Q: Tracing 2008 judgment from title search for Chase Bank in Augusta County, VA, JDL number 080001170.

I am tracing a judgment from 2008 that appeared on a title search related to Chase Bank, filed in Augusta County, Virginia. We want to know the particulars of this judgment. The JDL number is 080001170. The lawyers who handled the case have gone out of business. I haven't checked public... View More

Richard Sternberg
Richard Sternberg
answered on Mar 24, 2025

You know who holds the lien -- Chase Bank. So, contact them. You might want a lawyer to do that, because, if it is an old lien, it might be invalid or arguably so, and you might be able to negotiate it down using a lawyer, especially with all the interest and penalties that likely apply.

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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Identity Theft and Banking for California on
Q: How to verify legitimacy of email claiming to be from Federal Reserve Bank?

I received an email from someone claiming to be Mr. Powell, Chief Officer of the Federal Reserve Bank, stating that I owe a lump sum of money. The email includes his contact information and offers three methods for me to receive funds but requests my bank account and routing number. There were no... View More

William John Light
William John Light
answered on Mar 22, 2025

The Federal Reserve Bank doesn't collect money from taxpayers. That's the IRS. If you must, the contact info for the Federal Reserve for the western US is here:

federalreserve.gov/aboutthefed/federal-reserve-system-san-francisco.htm

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3 Answers | Asked in Banking, Civil Litigation and Social Security for New York on
Q: How to obtain legal representation to access account info related to a settlement in NY?

As an infant, I was involved in a legal case where Stewart T Schantz and Franklyn Engel represented and won a settlement due to an accident that killed my mother and injured me in Ulster County and Poughkeepsie, NY, between 1985-1995. I'm currently facing a significant hardship, and banks... View More

Jonathan R. Ratchik
Jonathan R. Ratchik
answered on Mar 21, 2025

If the accounts are in your name (or for your benefit), you shouldn't need any legal representation whatsoever. Proof of identification should be sufficient, i.e. driver's license, along with a copy of the court order pursuant to which the account was opened. That said, it's likely... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Banking, Civil Litigation and Social Security for New York on
Q: How to obtain legal representation to access account info related to a settlement in NY?

As an infant, I was involved in a legal case where Stewart T Schantz and Franklyn Engel represented and won a settlement due to an accident that killed my mother and injured me in Ulster County and Poughkeepsie, NY, between 1985-1995. I'm currently facing a significant hardship, and banks... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 22, 2025

I'm sorry about your tragic accident. Try to find information about the file for your award as an infant. In New York, awards for infants involve hearings before judges and infant compromise orders - if you could track down that paperwork, it should be helpful to the bank in ascertaining your... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Banking and Consumer Law for California on
Q: Chase bank account locked, unable to verify identity. Can't obtain passport, didn't receive balance check. What can I do?

I opened an online Chase bank account years ago and transferred money from my E*TRADE account. Chase locked my account in December 2021, asking for proof of identity. At the time, I didn't have the requested documents. Over time, I obtained my ID and presented all required documents at... View More

Scott Richard Kaufman
Scott Richard Kaufman
answered on Mar 20, 2025

Sorry for your issues. Seems really odd. For 'easy' fix, try going in based on the following:

"Despite having documentation from Chase stating a check for the remaining balance would be issued, I never received it." Go into any chase branch, note that they said they...
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2 Answers | Asked in Banking, Real Estate Law and Consumer Law for Florida on
Q: Can a lender change lien position without owner's authorization in Florida?

I have a Home Equity Installment (HEI) that was in the first lien position on my property. Recently, I discovered through emails that my mortgage lender instructed my homeowner's insurance agent to change their position to first lien without notifying me or the HEI company. No Subordination... View More

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answered on Mar 17, 2025

Whichever lender filed their security instrument first has priority unless there is an executed subordination agreement recorded. Hire a FL to search the title and determine your title's exact status. Such a so called "HEI" mortgage is almost always second or third in priority, as... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Personal Injury and Banking for Oregon on
Q: What kind of lawyer do I need? Me vs. defendant

engaged in a pattern of deceptive practices, including misrepresentation of terms, mishandling of payments, and wrongful fees that culminated in significant financial harm and distress.

• Claims Against Defendant:

• Breach of Contract: Specific breaches include:

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Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 6, 2025

An Oregon attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. You outline a long list of grievances, but it looks like they share a common thread of being related to individual consumer lending practices. Therefore, your question of what kind of lawyer you need could cover the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Banking, Contracts, Employment Law and Family Law for Texas on
Q: Is my spouse's transfer from our joint account to his savings legal?

I have been in the U.S. for over 10 years, and my spouse and I have a joint account. Recently, I discovered that he has been transferring money from our joint account to his personal savings account, claiming it's for his bonuses. However, I've found instances from bank statements where... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 5, 2025

Yes, it is legal. Because it is a joint account, each of you has the right to make withdrawals or transfers of funds. It may, however, be a breach of his fiduciary duty to you as his wife if he uses any of the funds he transferred into his separate savings account without your permission... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Banking and Public Benefits for Washington on
Q: Can I use funds from a joint account with grandmother's survivor benefits?

I am on a joint bank account with my grandmother, who receives survivor benefits as the primary source of funds in this account. She added me to the account to ensure her needs are fulfilled, and she has explicitly told me that I can use the account for myself if needed. Am I legally allowed to use... View More

Merry A Kogut
Merry A Kogut
answered on Mar 4, 2025

If your grandmother has added you to joint bank account as a co-equal member of the account, you can use funds from the account.

HOWEVER, if it were me, I'd first get something in writing to this effect from my grandmother, witnessed and notarized, to avoid any allegations two years...
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3 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Estate Planning and Banking for Georgia on
Q: What attorney handles trustee fiduciary duty breach?

I believe that representative trustees of a bank-held trust fund have breached their fiduciary duties over the course of 15 years, either negligently, deliberately, or both, in the administration of the trust and its express and sole purpose. What kind of attorney should I consult for this matter?

Jake  Slowik
Jake Slowik
answered on Mar 2, 2025

I agree with Nina's answer and I'd also recommend you find a law firm with specific experience litigating against corporate trustees (e.g., banks or financial institutions) who understands how to navigate these complex cases, including obtaining financial records, forensic accounting, and... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Collections and Banking for New Jersey on
Q: Can a debt collector take funds from my savings account in NJ after a judgment?

I have uncashed checks from Horizon BCBS that will be deposited into my savings account. I have a court judgment against me for credit card debt but have not been notified by the debt collector about taking these funds. Can the debt collector access or take these funds once they are deposited?

Rafael Gomez
Rafael Gomez
answered on Feb 26, 2025

Greetings, creditors typically are able to freeze the account by serving the proper court order on the bank. You may file an objection to the levy with the court. There are certain exemptions for funds that may not be levied. For example, your social security funds, disability payments, money from... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Civil Litigation, Estate Planning and Probate for Pennsylvania on
Q: Bank teller named as beneficiary and withdrew funds

I am concerned about a situation where the same bank teller named themselves as the beneficiary of an alcoholic's IRA and managed to make withdrawals when the individual was intoxicated and legally married. The individual has now passed away, leaving notes that are difficult to interpret.... View More

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answered on Feb 23, 2025

You might start by the Next of Kin calling the local LEOs in PA. Apparently proof may be difficult. The surviving Spouse should at least make the complaint. A civil suit for conversion and fraud will be difficult, but discovery might show how the teller accessed the monies without authority.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Contracts and Banking for Pennsylvania on
Q: How to resolve name discrepancy for power of attorney in PA?

My uncle was born as Patrick James Gallagher, but he has always gone by James or P. James. Some bank accounts list him as James J. Gallagher. We are having trouble obtaining a power of attorney because the names don't match. We were informed that a notarized document is needed, but we're... View More

Michael Cherewka
Michael Cherewka
answered on Feb 21, 2025

when drafting the POA you should have the attorney list every name variant above as A/K/A (also known as) and there should be a separate signature line for each A/K/A.

the first name and the most important one is the name on your uncle's driver license since he has to provide a copy of...
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1 Answer | Asked in Banking and Contracts for Michigan on
Q: Is it legal for my parent to take money from my joint account without consent?

I am an 18-year-old and had a joint account with my parent. My parent took over $500 from the account without my consent. Although the bank advised me to open a new account solely in my name, I did not give my parent permission to use the funds after turning 18, and there was no agreement regarding... View More

Thomas. R. Morris
Thomas. R. Morris
answered on Feb 20, 2025

Banking law prevents you from suing the bank for honoring the request by a joint account owner for money from the account. I don't believe that a joint account owner commits a crime by taking money from the account that is legally his money. That leaves two questions: 1. Could you sue... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Banking for Florida on
Q: Fired from banking job for alleged phone recording, considering lawsuit. Legal options?

I was recently fired from my banking job for allegedly recording with my cellphone, which I was not doing. I adjusted camera settings during a break in a secluded room with no company equipment. There was no prior warning, and I wasn't shown any evidence supporting the claim of recording. The... View More

Mitchell Feldman
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Mitchell Feldman
answered on Feb 20, 2025

As Florida is an employment at will state, these facts do not show any potential violation of a law or your legal rights by this employer terminating your employment. It makes no difference whether the company was wrong, or the decision is not fair. But your initial instinct is the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Contracts and Consumer Law for New Jersey on
Q: I currently am in a car loan contract that has a 29.99% APR. In New Jersey that APR is 0.01% away from being illegal.

I believe I was tricked into this loan. I have no copies from the day of signing. I am questioning the legality of this 29.99% APR in NJ.

The day I signed this loan I was in desperate need of a vehicle as I was 18 years old, no credit, I had a job but it showed no income. I also need a... View More

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answered on Feb 14, 2025

You will need to retain an experienced New Jersey Civil litigation attorney and have an either a secured video consultation or contact the attorney to find out whether the attorney is seeing clients in person or not. The attorney may charge you a consultation fee to review any documents that you... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Banking, Insurance Bad Faith, Civil Litigation and Personal Injury for California on
Q: Legal recourse for life insurance cancellation due to bank payment error in CA?

I paid my son's life insurance for 10 years through automatic bank payments. Recently, due to a bank system change, my March 2024 payment wasn't processed, leading to the insurance policy's cancellation. The insurance company claims they didn't receive payments for March, April,... View More

Patrick William Steinfeld
Patrick William Steinfeld
answered on Feb 14, 2025

This question came up under several different headings. Please note the appropriate topic is "Banking" or "Civil Litigation". It does not involve insurance or personal injury. I don't think you have a cause of action against the insurance company because they didn't... View More

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4 Answers | Asked in Banking and Bankruptcy for Virginia on
Q: In a single member LLC that is filing chapter 7 bankruptcy. What happens to business credit card balances in that case?

Do these affect the personal credit report, or not? Currently the credit card is not reflected on my personal credit report, and I don't remember if I personally guaranteed the card or not.

Bernard S. Via III
Bernard S. Via III
answered on Feb 10, 2025

It all depends on your statement and guarantee of the bank credit card. I believe the statement should have both your business name and your name on it a joint debt. If you list the debt in the bankruptcy it comes off your credit as discharged in bankruptcy . If it is only in your business then it... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Collections and Banking for Pennsylvania on
Q: I'm being sued by Capital One. It is my account solely. All my accounts and assets are in my name and my wifes name.

Is there anything that can be seized based on unsecured debt law in Pennsylvania? Everything I'm reading is saying there isn't much that can taken to repay the debt since it is solely mine.

W. J. Winterstein Jr.
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answered on Feb 9, 2025

If by "being sued" you mean a Complaint has already been filed against you, do NOT ignore it; file a responsive pleading that gives you more time.

Use that time to contact whoever speaks for your adverse party to determine what it will accept to resolve this issue.

You...
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