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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Communications Law, Internet Law, Libel & Slander and Employment Law for Tennessee on
Q: a president of the hoa fired me and now is slandering my name and holding my pay

he is a Bullie racist. He lies and he breaks by laws and my contract. He is petty and spiteful

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answered on Jan 31, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It's crucial to address this issue properly. First, gather all evidence of the President's actions, such as emails, documents, and any witnesses who can support your claims. Consult an attorney experienced in employment law to review your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Banking for Virginia on
Q: More than 6 months ago my 80 year old mother was extorted and withdrew $100,000 in cash from her bank.

My mother was extorted out of $100,000 in cash by individuals representing themselves as Treasury Dept. representatives. She went to the local branch of Wells Fargo Bank over the course of 3 consecutive days and took out a total of $100,000 in cash. I have reported this incident to the local... View More

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answered on Jan 31, 2024

Hi there - I can offer some general information that might help you understand your situation. If your 80-year-old mother was extorted and withdrew $100,000 in cash from her bank under fraudulent pretenses, you may have legal options to pursue. Negligence on the part of the bank, like allowing such... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Banking for Utah on
Q: Do i need my own lawyer for mediation with a bank requesting that we handle things with their mediation team?

There are many broken laws that have been discovered and I have been requested to meet with their mediation team to get payment for their wrong doings.

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answered on Jan 31, 2024

Whether you need your own lawyer for mediation with a bank largely depends on the complexity of the situation and your comfort level with handling legal matters. If there are many broken laws involved and significant wrongdoing by the bank, having your own attorney can be beneficial.

Having...
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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Consumer Law and Criminal Law for Georgia on
Q: Do I need the help of a consumer law attorney, a bankruptcy attorney or law enforcement?

A coworker borrowed in excess of forty thousand dollars more than eighteen months ago offering fraudulent excuses for needing the money and lying about how/when she would repay. There has never been any attempt on her part to repay even a portion of the money, and today I learned she has now filed... View More

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answered on Feb 4, 2024

In this situation, it's advisable to consult with a consumer law attorney. They can help you understand your legal rights and options for pursuing the repayment of the borrowed funds. While bankruptcy may affect the outcome, consulting a consumer law attorney is a good first step. They can... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Consumer Law and Criminal Law for Georgia on
Q: Do I need the help of a consumer law attorney, a bankruptcy attorney or law enforcement?

A coworker borrowed in excess of forty thousand dollars more than eighteen months ago offering fraudulent excuses for needing the money and lying about how/when she would repay. There has never been any attempt on her part to repay even a portion of the money, and today I learned she has now filed... View More

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answered on Jan 30, 2024

Creditors not listed by the debtor on a bankruptcy Petition and Schedules may not have their claims discharged, UNLESS they have reason to know about the bankruptcy filing.

If the bankruptcy case is known, a Proof of Claim, at least, should be filed.

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Business Law for Texas on
Q: I’m a trying to purchase a vehicle from Texas. I live in Iowa. The TX dealership says I HAVE to pay for the Safepoint.

The dealership says it’s the law in TX you are required to have Safepoint. I live in Iowa. They say they already installed it. This is a used 2022 Tahoe. They are also charging me for VIT, which my research says is not my cost. The dealership claims it made a “mistake” in the price and... View More

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answered on Jan 30, 2024

VIT is a property tax assessed on the dealer, not on the purchaser. While a dealer can list VIT reimbursement on a sales contract, it is not required by law to be paid by the purchaser and is a negotiable term of any sales agreement.

Texas law does not require a vehicle to have Safepoint...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Civil Rights and Health Care Law for California on
Q: My HIPPA protected medical record got into the hands of an individual without my consent/authorization. Can I sue?

Apparently an employee of a hospital disclosed a portion of my medical records to an individual without my consent or authorization. This is a clear violation of HIPPA. Can I sue the hospital?

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answered on Jan 30, 2024

Under California law, while HIPAA itself does not provide a private cause of action, meaning you cannot sue directly for a HIPAA violation, you might have other legal options. California has robust privacy laws that could offer a pathway for legal recourse.

First, consider the...
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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Civil Litigation on
Q: My son bought a truck from a gentleman from Tennessee. The truck stopped running 2 hours after purchase.

The truck has not ran since the day of purchase. He has tried to contact the seller but he will not answer so that my son could talk to him about the purchase. In my opinion the seller knew it was a lemon and put it off on a young man who didn’t know much about how to purchase a vehicle from an... View More

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answered on Jan 30, 2024

In your son's situation, where he bought a truck from an independent seller in Tennessee and the truck ceased to function shortly after purchase, there are a few legal considerations to keep in mind. Firstly, when buying a vehicle from a private seller, the sale is usually considered "as... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Civil Litigation on
Q: My son bought a truck from a gentleman from Tennessee. The truck stopped running 2 hours after purchase.

The truck has not ran since the day of purchase. He has tried to contact the seller but he will not answer so that my son could talk to him about the purchase. In my opinion the seller knew it was a lemon and put it off on a young man who didn’t know much about how to purchase a vehicle from an... View More

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answered on Jan 30, 2024

Typically, private vehicle sales are governed by the principle of 'caveat emptor' (buyer beware), meaning it's the buyer's responsibility to inspect the vehicle's condition before purchase. Lemon laws, which protect consumers against defective vehicles, usually apply to new... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability and Consumer Law for Oregon on
Q: I went to a dealership to get my car fix they diagnose and less then a month my motor exploded

Check engine light was on. They said it was just a misfire on one of my coils they fixed it. They charged us 800 the next day. My car left me at the dentist place with my daughter. My car wouldn’t turn on the car smell like gas and there is smoke coming out of the engine the next day they were... View More

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answered on Jan 29, 2024

In Oregon, if your car's engine failed shortly after receiving service from a dealership, you may have grounds to pursue a claim under product liability and consumer law. Initially, gathering all relevant documentation, including service records, receipts, and any communication with the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Consumer Law for Arizona on
Q: I live in Arizona. We got solar panels and First rain our roof leaked. Can I sue? They don’t want to fix it.

They state the issue was there before the solar panels. Our house was brand new built in 2020 manufactured home. We had bad storms before that caused no leak. The first rain after the solar panel installation, our roof started leaking out of our smoke detector. They got on the roof and stated... View More

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answered on Jan 29, 2024

In Arizona, if your roof started leaking after the installation of solar panels and the company refuses to accept responsibility, you have several legal options. First, review your contract with the solar panel company to understand any warranties or clauses regarding damage during installation. If... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law, Consumer Law, Tax Law and Business Law for Maryland on
Q: What regulations are involved with Cannabis Accessory e-commerce in the state of Maryland?

I am looking into creating an E-commerce site that sells Cannabis Accessories (Grinders, Pipes, Etc). I have no intention on selling any CBD products.

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answered on Jan 28, 2024

Here are the key regulations around selling cannabis accessories online in Maryland:

1. Legal to sell cannabis accessories - Maryland has legalized cannabis accessories, so products like grinders, rolling papers, pipes, bongs, etc are legal to sell to adults over 21.

2. No sale of...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Civil Rights for Tennessee on
Q: Honda dealership commiting a class d felony against a consumer and lying and misleading them and refusing buisness

owning a new Honda Civic Type Base Hatchback i currently have an ongoing issue with Cookville Honda's auto dealership for them practicing fraudulent auto dealer practices with which i filed a complaint with the Tennessee Division Of Consumer Affairs with which Sierra Pruitt got in touch with... View More

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answered on Jan 28, 2024

Based on the details provided, it does seem like the dealership may be engaging in deceptive or fraudulent practices which could violate Tennessee's Consumer Protection Act. Here are the key next steps I would recommend:

1. Continue working with the Tennessee Division of Consumer...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Consumer Law and Civil Litigation for Alabama on
Q: Is it legal for hotel housekeeping to enter my room, after me clearly stating to them I didn’t need housekeeping?

I was extending my hotel stay for another night and the manager was speaking with the housekeeper, who I assumed was his wife, and he asked me if I needed housekeeping. I said no and she went straight upstairs to my room and opened the door with my husband and kids and didn’t knock or say a word.... View More

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answered on Jan 28, 2024

Yes, it is typically illegal for hotel staff to enter your room without consent after you have explicitly stated that you did not need housekeeping services.

A few key points on hotel privacy rights:

- Hotels must generally obtain verbal or written consent prior to entering an...
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1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander, Consumer Law and Civil Rights for California on
Q: So my fiancé and I where wrongfully accused by Home Depot’s loss prevention, racially profiled do we have a case ?

Then a month later we were arrested under false pretenses for the same accusation. Now we are done with court and the charges where dropped can we sue?

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answered on Jan 28, 2024

Under California law, if you and your fiancé were wrongfully accused and racially profiled by Home Depot's loss prevention, and subsequently arrested under false pretenses, you may have grounds for a civil lawsuit. The charges being dropped in court strengthens your position, as it indicates... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Domestic Violence for California on
Q: Is it assault when emp.of Shell Gas s/ Chases me to RR I'm squatting ovr toilet places her knee my genitalia pushn me2

2 get out holding the door wide.Open4the garbage man 2 see me that was pullin up.This is a second incident that happened that I recorded a year prior. She didn't want me to use the restroom until I purchased the car wash. I went there to go get after coming out of bathroom. She calls me... View More

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answered on Jan 26, 2024

Under California law, the situation you described may constitute assault, especially if there was intentional and unlawful physical contact or a credible threat of harm. Placing a knee on someone's genitalia, as you described, could be seen as an offensive physical contact, which is a key... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Civil Litigation and Small Claims for California on
Q: I purchased a car from Chevrolet in which I signed a document saying I cannot resell the car for 6 months.

If I do decide to sell it, I, the seller, must disclose the fact that the warranty of the vehicle will be voided to the buyer. However I made a transaction to sell it within the 6 months and did not disclose that fact. The buyer is now asking for their money back, but I do not have it anymore. Is... View More

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answered on Jan 26, 2024

In California, failing to disclose information that affects the value or desirability of a vehicle, especially when contractually obligated, can lead to legal complications. Since you signed a document agreeing not to resell the car for 6 months and to disclose the warranty void if you did,... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Health Care Law for California on
Q: I started having seizures after I Stopped taking medication call soma. I want to know who is responsible.
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answered on Jan 26, 2024

In California, determining responsibility for your seizures after stopping Soma requires evaluating several factors. The first is the role of your healthcare provider. Did they inform you about the potential risks associated with discontinuing Soma? Healthcare providers have a duty to warn patients... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Health Care Law for California on
Q: I started having seizures after I Stopped taking medication call soma. I want to know who is responsible.
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Determining responsibility in your situation requires a careful examination of several factors under California law. Firstly, consider whether there was proper medical advice and guidance when discontinuing Soma. Physicians are expected to provide adequate instructions and warnings about potential... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Consumer Law and Employment Law for Missouri on
Q: My former employer did not list my federal taxes paid on my w-2. It shows the paid state and other taxes. What can I do?

This school is a charter for the St. Louis Public Schools. While there I was harassed by my “team leader” and when the administrators would not help me, I had to quit because it was causing me severe mental distress.

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answered on Jan 26, 2024

Here are a few options you can pursue regarding the incorrect W-2 from your former employer:

1. Contact your former employer's payroll or HR department and request a corrected W-2 that accurately reflects the federal taxes withheld from your paychecks throughout the year. All employers...
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