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I entered into a lease to purchase agreement with my landlord. Once the contract and purchase were completed they refused to produce title to my home. It has been 5 years and they haven't produced the title. I now have a case pending in court, to be heard by the judge on October 24. What are... View More 
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answered on Oct 8, 2024
Hopefully you have a GA attorney representing you. You will not be able to try this yourself. Proof of the contract, all payments, no tenant defaults and the landlord's default , will all have to be proven in Court. If you win, you will need to draft an Order and probably a Deed.... View More
Indemnification, it says if the insurance company or their driver gets sued by anyone related to my injuries , such as medical provider or any other person or entity then I have to defend and reimburse the insurance company or driver for any further action or costs , including any attorneys fees .... View More
answered on Sep 5, 2024
Indemnification clauses (also known as hold harmless agreements) are standard in every release signed by a personal injury claimant. In fact, it would be shocking if the insurance company failed to include such a clause in the release.
In terms of of the court action, I assume you are... View More
I am waiting for a trial date that was moved from Gwinnett to Fayette County. I believe I've been a victim of Probate Fraud. The executor and his lawyer got me to sign a " no administration required" early on. Theses were meant to be used in small estates worth $15,000.00 or less.... View More
answered on Sep 3, 2024
There is no monetary limit on a No Administration Necessary filing. The only requirements are:
1. All heirs must agree to the distribution of the assets of the estate.
2. There are no debts of the estate.
3. If there are debts of the estate all creditors have consented to... View More
Calvary Portfolio filed a judgment/motion to garnish my wages today, I found the debt collector and original creditor on a old credit report of mine (it is not showing on recent reports) and last date of any activity or update reported on my credit report was October 2016, I believe it fell off my... View More
answered on Sep 1, 2024
No. Calvary obtained a judgment. This is a garnishment, not a new lawsuit. The statute
of limitation on a judgment is generally anywhere from 10- 20 years, state dependent. While you may have legal defenses to the garnishment, statute of limitation issues probably is not one of them. See a lawyer.
My son has valuables in his dad's storage that he has a key to. But my husband changed the code so we couldn't get in. What can we possibly do to get his stuff?
answered on Sep 4, 2024
If the owner will not give you access to the area then you will need a court order to obtain your belongings. Which means when you file for divorce, you address to either the court, or in your agreement, what things you have to obtain from any residence. And the court will determine a date and... View More
Received a 720 dollar deposit that i used to purchase materials ,also worked on site for 5 hrs and off site for 2 hrs , I charge 120hr
irrigation repair
answered on Aug 23, 2024
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. I'm sorry this was done to you after your hard work. If push comes to shove and the matter finds its way into court, a local attorney would need to advise of the full range of contract defenses that avail... View More
I am a real estate agent. I helped a foreigner sell his house. We had listing brokerage agreement. During this period, the seller did not pay the property tax. The county collected late fees from the seller. The seller said that I did not tell him about paying the property tax. I did not receive... View More
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answered on Jun 27, 2024
Based on the information provided, it's unlikely that you as the real estate agent would be responsible for your client's property taxes or late fees. However, let me break down the key points and considerations:
1. Broker/Agent Responsibilities:
- Generally, real estate... View More
He barely meets living expenses so I'll not be repaid in monthly payments. He owns a home and has life insurance. He offered to list me as beneficiary on his life insurance or should we use his home? (he has adequate equity) What kind of legal document/letter do I need to ensure repayment... View More
answered on Jun 2, 2024
A written loan document giving you security in all that he owns and filing that in the records department of your court should do it. Naming you as a beneficiary of his life insurance will do it if the life insurance stays in full force.
THE Form that was signed was supplied by the GC in the close-out documents. 60 days is getting close.
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answered on May 1, 2024
In the situation you've described, where there is a discrepancy between the notice period stated in a document supplied by the general contractor and the current legal requirement, the enforceable date usually defaults to the one that complies with current law. In your case, if the law... View More
I found out after looking up some court information that he put down he did not know where I live, but he lived with me prior and had to pay child support at time. Can I be removed off the creditor list? I have agreement he has yet to pay me for that was signed before he filed.
answered on Apr 20, 2024
It sounds like you are a creditor bc of the unpaid agreement but that should not affect you getting paid bc domestic and other support obligations are non-dischargeable. You might, however, want to report his fraud regarding where you lived to the US Trustee handling his case.
I found out after looking up some court information that he put down he did not know where I live, but he lived with me prior and had to pay child support at time. Can I be removed off the creditor list? I have agreement he has yet to pay me for that was signed before he filed.
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answered on Apr 20, 2024
In your situation, it's important to first clarify the nature of the agreement and the debt involved. If the agreement was for child support or another personal obligation, and he filed bankruptcy, you might still be able to enforce the agreement. Bankruptcy generally does not discharge debts... View More
WE have an insurance claim and our contractor's estimate is far off from the adjuster's, and what the insurance company is willing to pay. The contract states that if it is cancelled 3 days from execution then we owe %1500.00. In this instance. What does "execution" mean?... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2024
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. The term execution usually means to complete the formation of the contract by having necessary parties sign. But the term is also used loosely, so that some may argue that it involves carrying out the obligations. It... View More
I need to know what jurisdiction do I file in? Plaintiff resides Fayette County, Defendant resides Gwinnett County, Address of Contact Lease:Spaulding County. Forgery and Theft by taking
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
Based on the information you provided, there are a few factors to consider when determining the appropriate jurisdiction for filing charges related to alleged forgery and theft by taking:
1. Location of the alleged crime: In most cases, criminal charges are filed in the county where the... View More
From $47-$49 each. I use Bank of America who I’ve been a customer with for 34 years never have I had anything like this and they deny my claim and close the claims and finalize it… what actions or steps should I take to get my money back we’re talking over 3000 overnight.
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answered on Mar 25, 2024
If your checking account has been overdrawn due to unauthorized transactions, the first step is to contact Bank of America immediately, if you haven't already done so. Express your concerns clearly and request a thorough investigation. Despite the initial denial, you have the right to ask for... View More
I am using LLC to renovate an investment house.
I got scammed by electrician , he is a convicted felon, and he was unable to provide certificate to complete the city inspection as agreed with him.
Since he has financial issues, he asked me to sent the funds for this work to his... View More
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answered on Mar 6, 2024
When dealing with a situation where you feel scammed, it's understandable to explore all options to recover your funds. In your case, the complicating factor is that the payment was made to the electrician's girlfriend, not directly to the electrician himself. However, if you have a... View More
Bank transactions reflect transfer of funds on date of home purchase date
answered on Feb 18, 2024
In order to prove that there was an intent to share in the ownership of the property or that the funds provided at closing were to be paid back, you would need to have texts or emails showing that there was an agreement between the parties. A less reliable method would be to provide witnesses who... View More
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
It could be either, depending on the facts and circumstances of the rental and why it wasn't returned. It would be up to the attorneys on both sides (and perhaps, ultimately-a fact-finding jury or judge at trial) to determine whether there was any criminal intent behind the failure to return... View More
hires bail Recovery person 2 return inmate. Recovery man gets inmate 2 jail & releases inmate or let's inmate escape, has he fulfilled his obligation or broken contract. He took $ as if he completed job. Was that illegal?
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answered on Feb 5, 2024
In this situation, if a person initially pays a cash bond to release an inmate and later changes their mind, they may seek the services of a bail recovery agent to return the inmate to custody. The bail recovery agent's responsibility is to locate and return the inmate to jail, not to... View More
Is not working been a week now what options do I have
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answered on Feb 1, 2024
In Georgia, tenants have rights regarding the habitability of their rental units. If you've been experiencing issues with your apartment, such as faulty doors, cabinets, or a malfunctioning furnace, you have several options. First, you should notify your landlord or property management company... View More
we had a guest stay on property, and did not pay, this balanced accrued overtime for more than 7k. Our company is looking to file a theft of services report and are unsure how to proceed.
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answered on Jan 11, 2024
To proceed with a theft of services claim in Georgia, you typically follow certain steps. Begin by gathering evidence that clearly establishes the unpaid balance, such as invoices, communication records, or any written agreements. Once you have sufficient documentation, you may want to send a... View More
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