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I have lived in a four-plex for four years. Since new owners acquired the property in January, there have been no inspections or pest control. Despite reporting a cockroach infestation, the owner is asking me to move out by the 30th without a formal court eviction notice, while other tenants... View More 
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
What you’re going through is upsetting, and it’s understandable to feel pressured, especially when you’ve reported a serious issue like a pest infestation. In Colorado, a landlord cannot legally remove you from your rental without going through the formal eviction process in court. Simply... View More
I have a concern regarding my experience with an online casino, Pulsz Bingo, where I suspect there may be wrongdoing. I noticed that pop-ups frequently appear during critical gameplay moments, such as when my balance drops below a certain amount. These pop-ups prevent me from stopping the reels... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
It’s understandable to feel frustrated and suspicious, especially when the pop-ups interfered with your gameplay and the casino blocked you right after you raised concerns. The refund and account closure may have been their way of avoiding further disputes, but it also leaves you without clarity... View More
I attached this form 100% completed with a general motion and a petition form(s) (JDF 76 and JDF 662) on 12/11/24 and the court clerk refused to put in writing today 12/31/24, what she just stated: "could not give me a receipt for filing because still waiting on judge to approve my filing... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
The time it takes for a judge to approve filing paperwork like form JDF 205 can vary widely depending on the court's schedule and workload. Since you submitted your documents on December 11, it's possible that the holiday season may have caused some delays. Courts often experience slower... View More
Car rental for minor hail damage. They are grossly over charging me. Their pics they took are really bad. I took pics at the same moment I returned it. I also paid $1,000 on that same day that they have not shown on any paperwork. I have requested but they won't show it was deducted off of... View More
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answered on Sep 27, 2024
To resolve this situation, gather all of the evidence you have, including the clear photos you took at the time of returning the car, any written communications with the rental company, and the proof of your $1,000 payment. Ensure your documentation clearly shows the discrepancy between the rental... View More
I have a page for my dog, and tiktok shop said I was qualified to start earning comissions by making videos for products people send me. I started doing that last year in October(2023) and was doing really well until December when tiktok shop bots flagged a video that was earning comissions as... View More
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answered on Sep 9, 2024
It sounds like you're in a frustrating situation, especially since you've put in the effort to create content and earn commissions that are now being withheld. TikTok does have policies that allow them to withhold commissions if they deem content to violate their guidelines, even if you... View More
I'm looking to buy health insurance and I contacted a health insurance company to see if a doctor was in their network. A health insurance agent answered the phone and asked me some personal info and asked me if I agreed to have her as my only agent. If I agreed over the phone to have her as... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2024
A Colorado attorney could advise best, since consumer protections for insurance transactions usually involve state laws. But your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to consult with a Colorado attorney, one option is to check with the Dept of Insurance in your state. Most states... View More
Car was brought in for inspection and repair of hail damage. The car has been inspected and deemed a total loss, so no repairs have been done. I want to pick up the car but repair facility insists upon over $7,000 for “storage and administrative fees”. Again, apart from my insurance company’s... View More
answered on Nov 15, 2023
First, call your insurance company and ask them to help. If your insurer won't help, ask why and get it in writing. If your insurer cannot resolve it, consider calling the Attorney General's consumer fraud hotline or making a complaint with the BBB. You may need to hire a lawyer if those... View More
I fell behind on payments after losing my job.
The payments were towards a leasing agreement for a dog I purchased over a year ago. The amount on the lease was already much higher than the price that was listed on the dog but I didn't find out until after I signed the leasing... View More
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
In Colorado, the legality of repossessing a pet under a lease agreement can be a complex issue. Typically, pets are considered personal property, but repossession of an animal raises ethical and legal questions that are distinct from repossessing inanimate objects. If your lease agreement... View More
Was seen at an urgent care, paid cash for my bill, & no insurance was charged.
Dr office is now saying they made an error in billing & that I owe more money. I asked for an itemized bill & they are double charging me for an injection fee.
Is this something they can do?
answered on Oct 7, 2023
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Until you have the chance to consult with a local attorney to look at the claim under state-specific laws, generally speaking it could depend the plan, the time period, applicable fee schedules for the procedure,... View More
Electrical issues just to begin with. Seller did not disclose any of this to us. Inspection was done but inspector did not bring this to our attention. What kind of lawyer am I looking for, for this type of matter and would i use the same lawyer against both the seller and inspector?
answered on Sep 27, 2023
Dear FAILURE TO DISCLOSE claimant: The type of lawyer you need is a real estate and construction experienced lawyer. And, no, you shouldn't expect to have to hire separate counsel for your claim of (1) Failure to Disclose, and (2) Negligent Inspection. I am hopeful that you have a standard... View More
Studio is stating that prepaid money cannot be refunded only applied to lessons. Is there legal standing to demand a refund?
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answered on Sep 14, 2023
In Colorado, your ability to demand a refund for prepaid dance lessons largely depends on the terms and conditions stipulated in the contract or agreement you entered into with the dance studio. It is essential to carefully review the contract, paying particular attention to provisions related to... View More
A storm came through in April and flooded around our window wells sending water into our basement damaging areas of two rooms. Builder said landscaper trapped water up against the house with a concrete walkway that didn’t have a drain. A consulting company came and reshot the grade and determined... View More
answered on Aug 15, 2023
The decision to engage in litigation should be economically rational. From the explanation above, it appears that the damage resulting from the original landscaping contractor's has been assessed at about $11,000 (the cost of fixing the errors). It is unclear whether there is a fee shifting... View More
He charged me $3,000 and asked for cash I paid it. Then I hired him to install a water line he asked for $5,000 down out of the $8k bid to install. it took him 1yr 8mo to finish I assumed I only owe him $3k but he just sent me an invoice asking for $6k more for the water line and $3k more for the... View More
answered on May 28, 2023
You spent $8,000 with a contractor on a verbal agreement? It's worth the paper it is written upon. You should contact your state contractor licensing board, because they may have requirements that contracts over a certain amount are required to be in writing, if the contractor failed to do... View More
I hired a GC & signed a contract to remodel my bathroom. I have not received a copy of this contract despite asking every day. The contract stipulated an est of $15k-a $4k deposit & $4k upon completion & I would pay for materials. The GC showed references & licensing info & they... View More
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answered on Apr 19, 2023
I suggest considering a demand letter to the contractor regarding the issues. Keep in mind if there are construction defect issues, you'll need to consider a notice of claim letter per the Construction Defect Action Reform Act. If they do not make an effort to resolve the situation, you may be... View More
answered on Mar 29, 2023
Yes, they can soon. But this does not mean they’ll be able to collect anything from you. All your money and assets might be exempt.
I've paid Rent to, hires a new realtor/management company 6 months into the year lease. I owe no obligation to the new realtor, because I never entered into a new contract w them?
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answered on Nov 9, 2022
That depends on the contract. Typically your duty is to the property owner but they have the option of hiring a property manager to act as their agent. If you are asking then that means there is a potential problem. You should contact an attorney to help you work through it.
Please be... View More
answered on Oct 20, 2022
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It doesn't sound normal. Shower water isn't supposed to sting. There are law firms that handle toxic tort matters (these are cases that deal with exposure to toxic or hazardous substances). But the first... View More
But very soon it presented overheating problems. On Jan 17, 9 days after the purchase, I took it for an oil exchange at Grease Monkeys, where they made the following comments on the invoice:
- COOLANT SYSTEM LEAK
- ENGINE OIL LEAK
- HEAD GASKET LEAKING
Which... View More
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answered on Sep 19, 2022
While this is not my area of expertise, I would check into the state's lemon laws. If you purchased the vehicle from a dealer you might be able to return it or have them fix some of the issues. I recommend checking the colorado bar's website under the licensed lawyer tool to look for... View More
The broker stopped after the deposit and took $19000 off the top in Feb 2021and stopped working on my behalf, had to go to another dealer for help or to his boss , who is who I dealt with, but there is Money issues that I didn't get credit for said they would sell home if payment wasn't... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2022
You are buying a modular or manufactured home in Colorado. The law covering this purchase is a combination of contract law for the sale of goods and real estate law. Your purchase should have come with a sales agreement that clearly states the sales price and the delivery date. Even a statement... View More
I charge someone to rent my vehicle. They then use vehicle for Ride Share App then return vehicle after 6hr.
answered on Jan 31, 2022
I see that you are in West Virginia but asking about laws in Colorado. The Colorado law supports you leasing your automobile to someone who then uses it for profit. Leasing an automobile to another person or business can be done at a profit to yourself (just be sure to tell your CPA about that... View More
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