someone has filed a show cause against me. this person has access to their property but has not taken it. the items are in a storage unit in my name that they were to pay for but haven't for 6 months. now they are refusing to pay and filed a replevin for the items.
Answer the complaint admitting you have the property and file a counterclaim for the money they agreed to pay to store it but haven't, under a breach of contract theory.
Not enough facts. As a general proposition, the repair shop is entitled to be paid for work and materials requested to be performed that were actually performed, and the customer has the right to approve of repairs over and above what was discussed or agreed to be performed and paid for. It is... Read more »
You should repost your question to Virginia lawyers since the contract was in Virginia. This was posted to Maryland attorneys.
I need lawyers to review several related but different issues
Review an implied written contract between owner and Homeowner’s association for compensation when the HOA is incorrect.
Review complaints for ADA and FHA (housing laws) against an HOA, and help prosecute in Court.... Read more »
The terms of service for Justia prohibit lawyers from soliciting business here. The web site is for general information and access to justice. I've often written, however, on how to find a lawyer. I’ve written this same answer several times on Quora, and I don’t have enough time to rewrite... Read more »
We have a home inspection with a very controlling, disgruntled landlord who does not believe we have any rights. It’s a verbal lease and he believes that he is law.
Can he legally go through, shift, move, touch anything that is ours during the inspection? What rights do tenants have... Read more »
You should repost this query under the heading Landlord-Tenant to get the best advice.
What are my options
"Tried to ...." Unless your wife suffered physical injuries, then she has no claim.
In 2008 my home had a lien put against it due to a credit card debt with Citibank. In 2017, I tried to show a bank that I paid off the debt but Citibank has no record of the account. I was still able to get a loan despite the lien but in the future this will still be a problem especially if I... Read more »
In that case, you will likely want to retain an attorney to reach out to the firm on your behalf to see what can be done.
Best,
-Leonard
I was a buyers agent for a gentleman in Texas, I found him a horse in Tennessee to purchase.
The buyer paid me and I paid the seller for the horse, shipping was arranged.
My buyer found out some personal news and had to cancel the sale. I have refunded the buyer his money already,... Read more »
You're going to need a lawyer in Tennessee, where the seller and horse are located. You, or your principal, may be bound to the purchase of the horse. Why as the agent you took it upon yourself to reimburse out of your own pocket the buyer's money, after the seller had received the... Read more »
So in January my mom got a letter from her financial advisor which was from the IRS telling her that she had to fill out a W-9 because the social security she had in her account was wrong. My mom immediately took action and we went to our financial advisor office to correct the social security... Read more »
Contact the IRS to verify.
I feel discriminated against
A Maryland attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Given the effort and legal fees that could be involved in demonstrating discrimination, it could be more practical and economical to seek the services of a different shop. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
My loan balance is around $11500 and my car according to Kelley' blue book valued at $8900 at the most
A repossession does not wipe out debt, and would surely make it more difficult to qualify for a new car loan. The lender will credit for whatever a repossessed car sold for, but the borrower is still on the hook to pay off the balance of the loan. Although it is hard to imagine a scenario... Read more »
I bought two of the same item from two different online sellers, and accidentally returned one to the wrong seller. They claimed it a "counterfeit" product and want to contact that authorities, but I told them it was a mistake and that I would pay to reship it back to me so I can return... Read more »
Probably not much. You did not commit a crime. Send them the correct item for a refund and request the return of the other item. Unless you intentionally and knowingly tried to send them a counterfeit item in order to defraud them out of the price of a real such product. In that case, stop posting... Read more »
If you think it is animal cruelty, you can call animal control in your area. Or, most jurisdictions require a breeder permit or license to operate legally. You can also call animal control for that information to report this person, if you suspect the breeding in illegal. Otherwise, animals are... Read more »
Two different questions. The UCC generally applies to the sale of goods, so in that respect, it applies to the sale of a vehicle, but only if the transaction involves at least one party that is a "merchant" as defined under the Code--which means, a person or entity in the business of... Read more »
I was not informed about having to pay a "deferred down payment" the same day as my first monthly installment payment. Is there anything I can do?
Naturally you would get all parts of an agreement regarding this major purchase in writing, so you just need to refer to your written agreement to see what your rights and obligations are. If you did not get a written agreement, I guess the next question is: "Who is the registered owner of... Read more »
A breeder required 300$ down payment to guarantee a puppy. He promised to send pictures of the female bluenose pitbull puppy, a copy of lineage and shot paperwork, and receipt for payment. After days of me attempting to contact him he refused to respond or and phone calls and texts. He than texts... Read more »
No police, he has committed no crime, they will do nothing for you. No basis to sue, he has not breached the agreement yet to provide you with a pitbull puppy. Unless you have a contract that states when he was supposed to provide you with pictures and paperwork, then the issue of whether he has... Read more »
I received a letter from a collection agency claiming that they are the owner of an old debt and due to the time that passed they can't sue for the balance of $18K but would like to settle for $3.8K.
What should I do?
Talk to a lawyer. If the time for filing (statute of limitations) has passed, they can’t collect from you at all. Don’t do anything until you talk to a lawyer.
Specifically the code referencing that "it is illegal for an authorized credit card user to continue to use the card after the primary card holder dies".
Various criminal code provisions may or may not apply to your facts. I've answered this question previously with reference to the card holder agreement and the effect of the death of the primary account holder on the legality of an authorized user to continue to use the card.... Read more »
Even if they have a clause in the contract that says otherwise?
Yes. Under federal law as well.
It could depend on the terms of your agreement. A Maryland attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. You could contact attorneys and see if you could arrange a brief consult to review your purchase agreement. One of the first questions you may be asked is whether... Read more »
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