Rent a center is harassing me threating me with jail and being arrested I paid on time every time I recently went on fmla 4weeks ago and can't pay at the time they won't accept what I can pay I just wanna know my legal rights I live in oregon the rent a center is in washington state can... View More 
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answered on Oct 23, 2023
In the United States, you cannot be jailed for debt. While Rent-A-Center may have remedies if you breach the rental agreement, such as repossessing the rented items or suing for the balance owed, they cannot have you arrested or jailed for non-payment. Threatening jail time for debt could... View More
The original plumber sent me an unitemized bill one year after the work. The verbal quote was less than 1/3 of the bill. I asked for more information. He sold the company. I called the new owner and he said I did not have an outstanding bill and all was good. One year later he bills me for the work... View More
answered on Oct 17, 2023
"Can he"?
Sure. Anybody with a couple hundred dollars for the court costs can sue anybody else for any reason.
But can the plaintiff win on what gets filed?
There's the rub, lol. From what you say, it sounds like this plumber's claim would fail. BUT,... View More
elderly gaslighting, manipulation. social security fraud, real estate/financial malfeasance
answered on Oct 1, 2023
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. You could consult with a local attorney about signing a power of attorney, or you could check with some of the online services that offer basic legal forms, which can include power of attorney forms. Good luck
I signed a contract with a contractor to do clean-up work in my apartment. The contract was not on paper. Instead it was displayed on his small electronic tablet. I signed on the electronic tablet signature page. Later, I found out there was a second page of contract terms that came AFTER the... View More
answered on Aug 27, 2023
It is unlikely you will find any such law. There is no requirement that the signature page be last. In many common contracts, the signature block is on the front and the terms & conditions are on the back.
I signed a contract with a contractor to do clean-up work in my apartment. The contract was not on paper. Instead it was displayed on his small electronic tablet. I signed on the electronic tablet signature page. Later, I found out there was a second page of contract terms that came AFTER the... View More
answered on Aug 31, 2023
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best according to state-specific laws. But until you're able to consult with a local attorney, there is generally no requirement that signature pages be the last page in a contract as a nationwide contract law protocol. In fact, some contracts contain... View More
They have my forwarding address, and have already notified me that I will be receiving the deposit in full plus additional overpaid rent.
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answered on May 12, 2023
If you haven't received your security deposit after 30 days of moving out, here's what you can do:
Contact your former landlord and ask about the status of your deposit, providing your forwarding address again.
Request written confirmation of when the deposit was sent and... View More
They have my forwarding address, and have already notified me that I will be receiving the deposit in full plus additional overpaid rent.
answered on May 12, 2023
Under Pennsylvania’s Landlord Tenant Act, within 30 days after you have moved out, the landlord must either return the entire security deposit or send you a list of damages, the cost of repairs, and any money remaining from the security deposit. If the landlord does not provide a written list of... View More
PA is a 2-party consent state. This recording was taken with both parties' knowledge and consent and specifically taken by party B. Party B then posted the recording to a private site that only party A and party B have access to. Would it be illegal for party A to take the recording off that... View More
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answered on Apr 2, 2023
Under Pennsylvania law, it is legal to record a conversation as long as all parties to the conversation consent to it. Since both parties were aware of the recording, it is legal for either party to share the recording. However, if the recording was posted on a private site that only party A and... View More
appraisal. The buyer wants to do the repairs so it passes, but wants me to reimburse him at closing. Doesn't that void the "as is" contract he signed?
answered on Feb 25, 2023
Without knowing what the agreement of sale says, it’s difficult to answer any question about it. In any event, if the buyer’s financing fell through, the agreement probably allows you to terminate the agreement. I doubt the agreement would allow the buyer to even enter onto the property without... View More
Is there any status of limitation on this judgments? This was for an unsecured business loan from one of the major banks .
answered on Feb 14, 2023
Credit reporting does not affect the time in which a creditor can collect a judgment. A creditor with a money judgment in Pennsylvania can collect against the debtor's personal property, including money in bank accounts, for up to 20 years. In addition, as my colleague noted, judgments become... View More
Is there any status of limitation on this judgments? This was for an unsecured business loan from one of the major banks .
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answered on Feb 13, 2023
Judgments become liens on all Real Property the person owns in the County where the Judgment is recorded. Judgments need to be renewed every 5 years to retain the lien and its priority against the Real Property. You should contact an attorney that has experience in Real Estate and Foreclosure Law... View More
I moved out of the apartment before the end of the lease. I am still required to pay the remaining of the rent for the lease's duration. While I moved the majority of my possessions out, I left behind several pieces of furniture for use by a future potential subletter. I have since learned... View More
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answered on Feb 10, 2023
Alot depends on the terms of the lease agreement. Lease agreements typically will spell out remedies for a landlord if a tenant terminates tenancy before the lease term. Likewise they will have information about the rent for the term. You may very well be on the hook for the remainder of the... View More
I have a multi family child support case. I was ordered to pay 20% of my income for my youngest child. I asked for consideration of my other kids hearing master said I had to show proof of child support payments. How am I supposed to show proof if they are in my custody? I asked to show me proof... View More
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answered on Dec 15, 2022
In this question, the asker is arguing with himself, and as such cannot get a cogent response from us.
In general terms, multiple orders of child support are not enough to offset one another. Typically, an order of support must be actually paid to count as a deduction against another order... View More
The mortgage payments have been getting paid I just want to get away from the person and rid of house ..
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answered on Feb 27, 2023
Short answer is that a mortgage must be satisfied before you sell the house or satisfied at closing. If the mortgage is not satisfied the purchaser will be buying the house subject to the recorded mortgage lien. Please feel free to call my office if you have additional questions.
I recently sued my landlord in small claims court in PA for double my security deposit and won because they didn't even bother to respond to the case. I'm currently waiting for 30 day appeal period to end and as I've been preparing for any possibile appeal or learning how to collect... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2023
Unfortunately, the amount of the judgement can’t be increased after the judgement has been issued even if it costs you to collect the judgement.
And what is subject matter jurisdiction ? Thank you I’m advance for answering this for me?
answered on Aug 2, 2022
A Pennsylvania attorney could probably advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. In the most basic sense, a plausible claim is one that is valid. The claim holds legal merit. It could also refer to a claim's ability to withstand a motion to dismiss. Subject matter jurisdiction... View More
I’m trying to learn about Jurisdiction and Venue . If you could help me that would be great. Thank you
answered on Jul 25, 2022
State courts in Pennsylvania are located in the county seat of a county.
“Jurisdiction” pertains to the power of a particular court to exercise control over a particular defendant. Ordinarily, the first question is whether a defendant resides in the same county where suit has been... View More
The tax borough told me they could hold the funds up to three years. I went to them in February 2022 with a notarized letter requesting my funds. They told me they needed it in order to release my funds. The tax borough said check back in a year! I received a letter from this Asset recovery firm... View More
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answered on Jun 16, 2022
Sounds like you may have been scammed. If I understand correctly this Asset Recovery company had you agree to have the check sent to them so they could cash it and take their fee. You should speak with an attorney and have the agreements and paperwork reviewed. You may be fine, but it also may... View More
I covered all thr expenses while they wer incarcerated including paying for power of attorney lawyer. They now are working and refuse to repay me
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answered on Jun 16, 2022
Without more information it is not possible to answer your question. You should contact an attorney that is experienced in collections and provide the attorney with all the details to get an answer to your questions.
I have a pet policy with lemonade insurance company. I filed a claim for emergency services after my dog needed treatment. The company is only covering part of the cost. They are supposed to cover 90% of the cost minus the annual deductible. They are only covering about 50% of the costs and acting... View More
answered on Apr 28, 2022
Given the facts you presented, you may have bad faith, breach of contract, and other claims. Damages for insurance bad faith can include actual damages, interest on the damages, punitive damages, attorney's fees, etc. Therefore, you should undoubtedly ask an attorney to review the policy,... View More
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