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I have a written contract
answered on Dec 23, 2024
The contractor may have breached the contract by failing to begin the project as promised, but the issue from the perspective of an attorney is whether enforcement of the contract in the courts is cost-effective. It is probably not cost effective. To threaten litigation might convince the... View More 
I understand AI generated art cannot be copyrighted, but a website allows users to generate art on their platform, but claims it cannot be used in certain circumstances. Can I reproduce those images in another medium without violating their terms and conditions
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answered on Dec 21, 2024
This is a really cool question. I won't paint you a definitive answer but I will sketch for you the lines of my initial impression.
AI "art" can't be copyright. → so making a derivative work won't infringe. → a transformative derivative work can be copyright... View More
I understand AI generated art cannot be copyrighted, but a website allows users to generate art on their platform, but claims it cannot be used in certain circumstances. Can I reproduce those images in another medium without violating their terms and conditions
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answered on Dec 21, 2024
… further note about T&Cs: these can establish rights in the website owner other than copyright, and if you violate the T&C then the website owner has to seek a remedy for breach of contract, which would require them to prove their damages from breach (rather than having the possibility... View More
The agreements were one for the farmland and one for the farmhouse back in 2012 and 2013. Both have given monetary consideration but no expiration date (grandfathers death triggered the option). Both options are for purchase prices far below market value. Also, the optionees on the land deal are... View More
answered on Nov 23, 2024
Without seeing the actual paperwork it is impossible to provide any real advice but
1) If there was 'consideration' given
2) if the agreement was in writing
3) if the other conditions have been met
and
4) if the other party (ies) are wanting to... View More
My CA Corp was converted to MI, but I still use a CA mailing address. Can I list my CA mailing address in contracts? or add some distinction and add the MI address?
For instance: "by and between Rustoleum Works (the "Client"), of 436 Kings Way, Santa Barbara, CA 90678, and... View More
answered on Sep 5, 2024
The use of a Michigan address is not necessarily required, but it does help to solidify the jurisdiction clause. The wording of your jurisdiction clause could be improved because if there is federal diversity action, the litigation won't be in Oakland County since the federal court does not... View More
So I signed up to receive water from a company. I can get one bottle for $7.75. And when they Finally sent me a bill, it was never an itemized bill.but l just recent I find they're charging me $8.75 per bottle.
Why the extra dollar did they use a bait an switch
On top of... View More
answered on Aug 9, 2024
Read those written agreements and terms of service carefully. Likely, what you are seeing is reflected in some terms you acknowledged agreement to. Nowadays, it is not uncommon for companies to charge a service fee to mail billing statements if you elect to have things sent by mail. Your remedy is... View More
May 7th 2024 tornado in Saint Joseph County Michigan I'm not getting help or anything from the insurance company except for excuses
answered on Jul 20, 2024
A claim involving the destruction of a house should receive prompt attention, in terms of investigation, damages assessment, alternative living arrangements, and other elements. You could reach out to attorneys who handle property damage losses involving insurance. Gather and organize your file... View More
May 7th 2024 tornado in Saint Joseph County Michigan I'm not getting help or anything from the insurance company except for excuses
answered on Jul 16, 2024
If you file your insurance claim, the insurance company has obligations -- mandated by the state -- to reply, and to be "on the clock" in processing your claim. Here are a few things to keep in mind.
First, you are dealing with a property insurance claim if this is related to... View More
A revocable trust is made by husband and wife.
A contract is signed by both stating no changes can be made to the trust if one dies.
Husband dies.
Wife creates a second revocable trust which changes the beneficiaries from 4 kids (3 of husbands) to the 1 child of the... View More
answered on Jun 14, 2024
They both could be legally binding. It depends on what the first trust says happens to the funds once one spouse dies (in this case, the husband died first). That trust could say "once the first spouse dies, everything goes to the surviving trust". If that's the case, then the... View More
My son signed a contract with Magic Window company to have gutters put on his house last year, May 2023. There was no date set for installation and no work has been done. The sales person did not contact them again until this month. The contract had a 3 day cooling off period. My son is now being... View More
answered on May 30, 2024
Let them. Did the contract indicate a start date? Arguably, pulling a permit is an indication the company intended to start. But what would explain the year-long delay beyond that? I think the deposit may be lost unless there is a showing of your son attempting to contact the company about... View More
The buyer is 4 months behind on payments and two years behind on taxes which is in the contract. The buyer has been always late on every payment since the land contract was signed. The owner has sent the proper letter to start eviction process. Another two weeks he could file court papers for... View More
answered on Apr 18, 2024
In MICHIGAN the buyer on a land contract has what is called 'Equitable Title'.
While that entails certain limitations, that means they *can* LEGALLY sell their interest, and ... here's the kicker ... if they can do so before you complete the forfeiture or foreclosure on the... View More
The buyer is 4 months behind on payments and two years behind on taxes which is in the contract. The buyer has been always late on every payment since the land contract was signed. The owner has sent the proper letter to start eviction process. Another two weeks he could file court papers for... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
In a land contract, the seller retains legal title to the property until the buyer fulfills all the terms of the contract, including making all payments and paying property taxes. The buyer cannot legally sell the property without the owner's permission and the legal title.
Given the... View More
Can a state agency make you pay for something that you did not agree to pay basically it is contract that they put into motion with out your knowledge
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answered on Apr 7, 2024
This is a complex legal question that doesn't have a simple yes or no answer. There are a few important considerations:
The U.S. Constitution protects the freedom of contract, meaning the government generally cannot force you into an agreement against your will. The 14th Amendment... View More
How can the friend of the court enter you into a contract without your consent and don't you have the constitutional right to contract or not to contract
answered on Apr 7, 2024
Apparently, you are a New York resident who has an open child support case in Michigan and appeared in a Michigan court. I assume the State of Michigan was the complaining party. Under the child support laws of all 50 states, as required by federal law, each state has a state agency to collect and... View More
How can the friend of the court enter you into a contract without your consent and don't you have the constitutional right to contract or not to contract
answered on Apr 7, 2024
If it's child support that the state is trying to collect from you, your "consent" is not required. By being the legal father to a child in Michigan who either has or is receiving state assistance, you are on the hook for child support. Simply put: the child's right to the... View More
have been thinking of making some major renovations to his home. However, I want to ensure my investment is protected in case he dies, we separate, etc. What is the best option to accomplish this? Note, he is in full agreement of us having some type of legal document to protect both our interests.
answered on Mar 28, 2024
Best option would be to put your name on the deed as a joint owner. That way, even if you separate, you would be entitled to a portion of the proceeds upon sale of the house. Another alternative would be for him to complete an estate plan, and preferably a lady bird deed naming you as the... View More
I bought my home from him and he also abandoned his vehicle on my property.
answered on Feb 29, 2024
Yes. You can sue them. The person will either answer and appear, or not. The judge will determine whether they are actually in default and if so, what the judgment amount is. It is then your responsibility to collect it legally. Unfortunately, you may find that the person who owes you this money... View More
Both my mother and myself are on the deed. We were unaware when the deed was formed that there was no survivorship for either party included. I now have submitted a petition of assignment with the court, along with some other documents. My concern is that my mother has some medical bills and I am... View More
answered on Feb 28, 2024
That is possible. Debt collectors CAN try to go after anything in her estate including the undivided 1/2 interest in the property.
You can limit the risk by publishing and mailing appropriate notices to creditors as part of the probate but as you’ve already learned ‘DIY’ comes with... View More
my wife was recently arrested for dv and the judge issued a no contact order. the charges lead to her family blaming me and now they refuse to help me with the bare minimum. they are also trying to force me out of the country before my wifes trial where i wish to attend to help my wife.
My... View More
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
In your situation, where you feel that your rights under an immigration sponsorship agreement are being violated, it's important to understand the legal obligations of a sponsor. When someone sponsors an immigrant, they sign an Affidavit of Support, which is a legally enforceable contract with... View More
have a signed Real estate purchase & agreement contract signed by the seller since Oct.6th, it was supposed to close by Nov.14th, but the buyer wanted to wait until after Thanksgiving, and now the seller doesn't want to honor agreement, because he says contract has expired, so I wanted to... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2023
You don't want to cloud the title. You want to buy the property!
Seek local legal representation on how to enforce the terms of your agreement, or sue to get damages.
But this gets even more complicated. Just because they wanted to DELAY the closing doesn't mean they... View More
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