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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
Id like to know if a corporation ( more specifically a Inc.) seeks to signs a legal document (e.g. bank loan, lease etc) how must the document be formally signed to be fully legal and valid?
Should the president of the corporation simply sign on behalf of the corporation as follows... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2024
The corporation can authorize anyone to sign on its behalf. It could be an officer of the corporation like the president, a vice president, or treasurer. It could be an employee. It could even be someone who does not work for the corporation at all.
Typically, either the corporation... View More
Id like to know if a corporation ( more specifically a Inc.) seeks to signs a legal document (e.g. bank loan, lease etc) how must the document be formally signed to be fully legal and valid?
Should the president of the corporation simply sign on behalf of the corporation as follows... View More
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answered on Apr 21, 2024
When a corporation, such as an Inc., signs a legal document, the signature should be made by an authorized representative of the company. This is typically done by a corporate officer, such as the president, vice president, or secretary, who has been granted the authority to sign on behalf of the... View More
I have a property which I need to be managed by a property management organization that I want the contracts to be reviewed by a lawyer. I can provide the documents. I would like to know more about the review process by a lawyer and the cost of it.
answered on Apr 29, 2024
Thank you for asking the question!
Attorneys can charge on flat fee or hourly for the contract review.
1. There is usually a initial consultation with the client to have an understanding about the general subject matter of the contract, client's goals. Which types of the... View More
My sister had passed away and was paying for storage for 10 years or so. She use to live in Orlando, Florida and moved back to New York. She had two units still in Florida. I had asked my niece and her boyfriend who lived in Orlando, Florida if they can clean out the unit for me since I live in... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Based on the information provided, it seems that you may have grounds for a potential lawsuit against Public Storage. However, the success of your case would depend on several factors, such as the terms of the storage contract, the extent of the damage, and the circumstances surrounding the... View More
We moved on April the first and was moved to a hotel yesterday due to wiring issues. When we first moved in the apartment had no AC and the breakers were tripping left and right until yesterday. We were told there was an issue with the wiring. The actual electrician let me know that the meters were... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it seems that you may have a potential legal case against the apartment complex. Here are a few reasons why:
1. Habitability: Landlords are required to provide tenants with a habitable living space, which includes functioning electrical systems... View More
Failed to fix heat pump, roof is missing a shingle after storm, has tires stacked in yard, window unit has ruined wood siding, built a pallet fence connected to porch, removed spindles from railing to put a board as a ramp for animals without permission, and who knows what inside the house will not... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
I apologize that you're dealing with a difficult situation with your contract for deed purchaser. However, I want to be very careful about providing advice, as the legal process for addressing breaches and pursuing eviction or foreclosure can be complex and varies by jurisdiction. The best... View More
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
Defendant can claim the Statute of Frauds unless there is a writing, even a cashed check. General Sessions suit will cost about a third of your prospective judgment. If you get a judgment by default including costs, you will still have to work to collect it.
The landlord doesn’t care and me and the other Roomate and I are stuck paying the full amount. In turn we have offered/asked to break the lease in various ways. The only way he will allow us to break the lease is if we put it online like zillow handle the showings and bring him applications. Are... View More
answered on Apr 15, 2024
The landlord has no duty to mitigate as there has been no breach of the lease. When you sign a lease with other people jointly and severally, that means that each tenant is independently responsible to pay the landlord the full amount of rent owed, and the tenants will work out among themselves... View More
Window is missing one layer of the double pane windows now there is mold building up around windows and I have an 8 year child that it can affect. Since I moved in January there are roaches and I I reported it to management but no resolution. I've bought multiple products but none work. Now I... View More
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answered on Apr 14, 2024
In California, tenants have the right to habitable living conditions, which includes a pest-free and mold-free environment, as well as properly maintained windows. If your landlord fails to address these issues in a timely manner after being notified, you may have grounds to break your lease.... View More
I requested a copy of my retail installment contract from my car loan servicer. When i compared it to The bill of sale/ buyers order I received from the dealership that i signed the it was completely different. The vehicle price was off by a thousand dollars, the amount financed is different, as... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2024
If there are discrepancies between the bill of sale from the dealership and the retail installment contract from your car loan servicer, you may have grounds for legal action. However, the success of your case will depend on several factors, such as the nature and extent of the discrepancies, the... View More
I went in to refinance my 2006 Ford Mustang, but they put down a 2012 Ford Edge instead on the contract. Would I legally still have to pay on the loan?
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answered on Apr 13, 2024
If you signed a contract with incorrect information, such as the wrong vehicle model and year, it is important to address this issue as soon as possible with the lienholder or leasing company. Here are some steps you can take:
1. Contact the lienholder: Reach out to the lienholder or... View More
Can I be evicted if I don't get it.
answered on Apr 12, 2024
It is a matter of contract, not of law. Based on the information you provided, if a contract with a self-storage company provides that insurance is required, there is no law prohibiting that provision. For example, many landlords require residential tenants to have renter's insurance.... View More
Case brought on using Breach of Contract. Sellers withheld knowledge of payment made, and posted vacate notice on door the 31st of same month instituting Anticipatory breach. I placed cessation on payments as a single woman for self protection as sellers trying to take my home. I submitted new... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about your difficult situation with the fraud and unfair ejectment order. Dealing with legal issues around your home is incredibly stressful. Here are some general suggestions that may be helpful as you fight the ejectment order:
1. Consult with an attorney who... View More
What forms or actions do I need to follow to ensure I've got the defendants listed correctly and get their representatives served? I had already served the court paperwork to the attention of the LLC at the addresses I had from our lease paperwork.
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answered on Apr 11, 2024
In California, when filing a civil lawsuit against an LLC, you need to ensure that you have properly identified the defendant(s) and served them correctly. Here are the steps you should follow:
1. Identify the LLC's agent for service of process: You can search for the LLC's... View More
she gave the confession to the court..now it s been one year I didn't get a solution to my issue ..do I have to address an other court? I have all evidence and preuve in the court ..the defendant own 2 houses under her name. One year now pass the issue still not resolved.do I have to hire a lawyer?
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answered on Apr 10, 2024
Based on the information you provided, it seems that you have a strong case against the defendant, as she has admitted to taking the money and not returning it in a handwritten confession. However, it is concerning that one year has passed without a resolution to your case.
Given the... View More
My late husband and I had no children, I was told that his employer is plan administrator, trustee, and fiduciary of my late Husband's estate. I have w2's and copies of tax statements, showing my late husband has a retirement plan, differed compensation, and a pension. According to... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2024
Not entirely.
If a Husband dies without a Will and with no surviving issue (children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, etc.), 100% of the community property in his probate estate and 50% of his separate property in his probate estate passes to his surviving widow. The remaining 50% of... View More
My law school rewards students who make honors their first semester by providing a $4,000 stipend for working at a free internship over the summer. It comes with the cost of signing a contract written by the law school which promises to not transfer to another law school. I signed it because the... View More
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answered on Apr 10, 2024
Based on the information provided, there are several legal issues to consider regarding the enforceability of the contract between you and your law school in California.
1. Unconscionability: If the contract is found to be unconscionable (i.e., unfair or one-sided), it may not be... View More
Proceeds be divided.
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answered on Apr 10, 2024
Unless Mother had a surviving spouse, her next of kin are her surviving children equally unless there is deceased child with issue who then take the deceased parent's share. If there is a surviving spouse, then some States give him either a third or half before the remainder to the... View More
Contract requires that they notify me if a repair is needed. They failed to notify twice with the new tenant and the repair charges were much higher than it would have cost me to have it fixed. Texas resident
answered on Apr 10, 2024
It depends on the specific language of the property management contract. Some owners hire property managers so that they will not be bothered with tenant requests for repairs and don't have to deal with vendors to make those repairs. Other owners insist on being given the right to... View More
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