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I am the buyer of a property purchased from an auction site in Lowell, MA. It's raw land, and I want to ensure the realty sales contract is authentic and legal, confirming that I will own the land after payment is completed. I have concerns about some unclear payment terms in the contract, and... View More 
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answered on Apr 8, 2025
Hire a MA attorney to search the title and draft a deed, note and security instrument (deed of trust or mortgage). Do not execute a lease with option to purchase where you get sued for possession and lose all monies paid in. Only getting a deed means you own property, not a contract.
I was part of the class action lawsuit/settlement agreement with KIA motors. The settlement stated that if certain models met all the qualifications, that our engines could be replaced for free. My car met those qualifications after a catastrophic engine failure 30 miles after purchasing the car.... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2024
There are at least two class action settlements involving allegedly defective Kia engines.
Since your question doesn't specify what model Kia you had issues with, or which class action you believe that you participated in, I can't fully answer your question.
The first, In... View More
If someone is using my name and social how would I find out how it's being/been used
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answered on Feb 4, 2024
If you suspect that someone may have married you without your knowledge and obtained power of attorney over you using your name and social security number, it's essential to take immediate action. First, gather any available documents or information related to these concerns. Reach out to your... View More
Three months later Plaintiff attorney filed Request for admissions via E-flexed with court. He Certified he also E-Flexed me. I am not attorney and have no way to receive an E-Flex. Then three months later I received a copy of request for admissions, request for summary judgment and brief in... View More
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
In this situation, it's essential to respond accurately and timely to the request for admissions and the motion for summary judgment. Do not admit to any statements you believe are incorrect. If the admissions contain false or inaccurate statements, you should specifically deny those... View More
I work for a for-profit organization in Arkansas that plans to remove night and weekend shift differential pay without providing a reason, even though the workload remains unchanged. My employment agreement specifically mentions differential pay for these shifts, and I've been receiving it for... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
Your situation raises significant contract law considerations under Arkansas' employment framework. When differential pay is explicitly mentioned in your employment agreement, this creates a contractual obligation that your employer must honor according to Arkansas contract principles.... View More
Is there an Arkansas law that protects me from a daycare company charging more than the agreed tuition through auto-draft? My agreement states that tuition is $130 per week, which has been regularly withdrawn for almost 2 years. On 1/19/25, the daycare communicated via their app that prices... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
It sounds like you’ve been dealing with a frustrating situation where the daycare is charging more than what was agreed upon. In Arkansas, businesses are generally not allowed to change the terms of an agreement without prior notice and your consent, especially when it comes to auto-draft... View More
I sold my neighbor an expensive bicycle for $5,600, with the understanding that I would receive payment on April 1, 2025. We did not have a written agreement. However, I have made several requests for payment, but my neighbor only provides excuses, such as being unable to find a job. I also... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
That situation sounds incredibly frustrating, especially when you’ve trusted someone and they keep avoiding repayment. In Arkansas, you can’t place a lien on someone’s property just because they owe you money, unless there’s a legal judgment or a written agreement that gives you the right... View More
A woman added her husband's cousin/neighbor as a caretaker to her bank accounts and later deeded her estate to the caretaker. After the woman's death following her forced removal by her sister, the sister falsified claims of undue influence and falsified documents. The sister's... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
This situation sounds incredibly difficult, especially when grief, family conflict, and legal matters all collide. In Arkansas, the court will focus on evidence of the woman’s mental capacity at the time she made the decisions about her estate. If the caretaker has medical records, signed... View More
I live in Arkansas and work at a small LLC. I am a full-time employee, averaging about 38 hours a week. Recently, due to personal concerns involving my children's care, my average weekly hours have decreased to about 32. My employer has threatened to revoke my full-time status and benefits... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
This situation sounds incredibly stressful, especially when you’re trying to care for your family and hold onto your job. In Arkansas, employers generally have the right to define what qualifies as full-time employment, especially if it’s not clearly spelled out in a contract. That said, if... View More
I purchased what I was told was 1x12 white pine from Murfreesboro Hardware, but I received yellow pine instead. The store has two stacks of yellow pine, which they are selling as white pine. I confronted the store owner, but he lied to me. I do have receipts stating I purchased white pine. Is this... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
It’s upsetting when a store knowingly sells you something different than what you paid for—especially when the product quality and value don’t match. Selling yellow pine as white pine, if done intentionally, could be considered deceptive business practice or even consumer fraud. Since your... View More
I am an equal member of an unincorporated association, with hereditary rights granting me full privileges of private use for life, passed down through many generations. Recently, I received a formal decision by mail stating that I am to be suspended, ejected, and evicted from the association. This... View More
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answered on Apr 1, 2025
Your membership in an unincorporated association with hereditary rights creates a potentially enforceable property interest under Arkansas law, which may be protected against arbitrary termination without due process. Arkansas courts have recognized that private associations must follow their own... View More
On March 29, 2025, during a visit to the title company for the sale of some property, I was unexpectedly asked by my husband to sign a deed transfer, believed to be for moving the property into a joint trust. I was distressed at that moment, and now I realize the joint trust never existed. There... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2025
Hire an AR attorney to search the title now. Then decide if a suit should be filed to set aside a conveyance.
How are loopholes discovered?
answered on Oct 7, 2024
There is no universal answer. "Loopholes" are usually exclusions or exemptions in certain regulations that people take advantage of - but they tend to be situation-specific. One way to discover them is to research statutes, or to consult with attorneys who practice in that given area. Good luck
My 19 year old son enlisted in the Army. He signed papers for 4 years active duty, 4 years reserves. He hasn’t even passed the ASVAB yet. His recruiter is awful and won’t answer phone calls or texts most of the time. He has my son going to a 3 week study class to help him score better on the... View More
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answered on Oct 6, 2024
Your son still has some options, even after signing his enlistment contract. Since he hasn’t passed the ASVAB yet, he hasn’t fully qualified for service, and this may give him some flexibility. He could work with his recruiter or someone higher up to explore if there’s a possibility to delay... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
If Transamerica stated that all accounts were closed and transferred in 2010 without providing further information, it's essential to take steps to gather more details about the status of your 401k accounts. Start by reaching out to Transamerica directly to request specific records or... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
n most cases, you will need to provide written notice to your brother-in-law, notifying him of the default and giving him an opportunity to make the overdue payments within a specified period. If this fails to resolve the issue, you may need to pursue legal procedures, such as filing a replevin... View More
A swift driver hit me in the back
answered on Sep 2, 2023
A New Mexico attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Your insurance company should defend you - it isn't clear why you're being charged. You could reach out to attorneys to try to arrange a free initial consult. If you have a copy of the police report,... View More
My friend left me the title to his motorcycle before he went to prison. Does that make the vehicle mine?
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answered on Aug 24, 2023
Possessing the title to a vehicle does not necessarily make the vehicle legally yours. The title is a document that establishes ownership of the vehicle, but ownership is determined by the name listed on the title and any applicable laws regarding ownership transfers.
If your friend left... View More
I live in arkansas, and my apartment complex got my lease end date wrong on the lease, but almost correct on my welcome letter. I was told that since no 7 month lease choice was available, to just choose the 8 month lease and they would fix it on their end. Now they are telling me that they can... View More
answered on Aug 16, 2023
An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It may have remained open because it was overlooked in the posted categories - you could repost and add "Landlord-Tenant" as a category for better chances of a response. Good luck
answered on Jul 24, 2023
An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It could depend on why the seller doesn't have a title - is it a minor matter of replacing a lost title, or more substantial issue of title legitimately being in someone else's name. A starting point... View More
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