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An individual, not a company, knocked on my door to ask if I needed my lawn mowed. They accidentally shot debris hard enough at my back door to cause the exterior glass to shatter. They admitted they were at fault and lied about paying for damages. It has been weeks and I have seen no money from... View More 
answered on Jun 5, 2022
First, I assume that the damage is a deductible from you homeowner insurance so you have not made an insurance claim claim.
The damage may well be considered negligent on the part of the individual who was mowing you lawn. If you decide to take him to court, be aware that at the small... View More
The agreement authorized by a judge in court and to be paid on a monthly basis agreed by the bank and myself. But I have been denied loans and credit help because the bank reported since the date of the new agreement as been late on monthly causing a negative report of my credit worthiness. So I... View More
answered on May 31, 2022
It is impossible for any Florida lawyer to help you unless you give them legible copies of all the documents underlying this banking credit problem and the court documents you refer to here. Search for an experienced banking lawyer here on Justia and contact them.
I was involved in a minor accident in 2011. No damage to either vehicle. My insurance had lapsed and the other party filed a law suit. I moved out of state and realized years later a default judgment was entered against me. Now the dmv wants proof that the debt was satisfied before they will... View More
answered on May 25, 2022
You indicate that there was no "damage to either vehicle", but the default judgment apparently indicates otherwise. I suggest that you get an attorney to negotiate a settlement (perhaps paying only a portion) with the judgment creditor.
answered on Apr 26, 2022
If you are sued in small claims court and the plaintiff is awarded a money judgment against you, you have 30 days to either pay or appeal. If you don't do that (or if you file an appeal without obtaining a stay), you will likely be required to complete what's called the Fact Information... View More
The replacement cost ended up being over $2,000, of which our deductible was $1,000. I caught up with the golfer who agreed to pay my deductible, but gave me a fake name & address. I found out who he actually was & gave the information to my insurance company. The insurance company mailed... View More
answered on Apr 20, 2022
Yes, the chance of you personally winning or losing in any small claims court is the same: 50/50
If you hire an experienced lawyer to represent you, the chances of winning are markedly improved, but not certain.
P.S. Lose the argument about the golf course scorecard helping you... View More
I had recently hired a photographer to take pictures for my mother birthday. It took the photographer two weeks to send the pictures when we were promised 5 days. Then the pictures were rushed and properly edited. I want to know if I can sue even if it’s small claim court. I had paid $280 for... View More
answered on Apr 9, 2022
You can always consider a small claims case as it goes up to $8000, think about the time, effort and cost involved and then if you can really win. You need to pay filing fee and then for service of process, all over $280. I would advise that you try to nicely ask them to take a look at the photos... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2022
No, if you agreed to arbitrate any problem you cannot go to any court.
contractor walked off the job, demanded more money after being paid in full before finishing the job, shabby work, refused to finish work before being paid more money that the signed contract stated, didn't finish the work from original contract
answered on Mar 16, 2022
Generally speaking, "truth" is a defense to any defamation claim. It isn't defamation to make a true statement about someone.
The new owner has not transferred the title into his name.
answered on Mar 15, 2022
If more than a week or ten days have passed since you sold the car this might be evidence of a problem.
However, the new owner of the car might be taking it out of state.
But just to be sure it doesn't come back and bite you, you should report this to DMV,
She wants me to wait until , she sells the house to pay me. I loaned her the money on 2/21/2020 and no repairs has been done on the house, or has it been put on the market. 2020 came and she asked me to loan her $4261.83 for those taxes. with the condition the it was only for a couple of days. That... View More
answered on Mar 14, 2022
Sure, you could sue her. Remember there is a statute of limitations, either four or five years, depending on whether you have a written agreement. If you fail to sue within that period, you may be out of luck. I would sue now, or at least demand a mortgage on the property. And refuse to sign... View More
He had no will & was not married. He and his sister went to the county and transferred everything into her name. He died from cirrhosis of the liver, and any web search shows that cirrhosis causes confusion in late stages of disease right before death. Not that it matters, but my aunt has no... View More
answered on Mar 9, 2022
I am very sorry for your loss on the passing of your dad. You would need to seek out a Florida Probate Litigation Attorney and discuss the matter with them with respect to your options. This would be related to undue influence and or your dad not having capacity to do what he did and related... View More
We had a contract and I was supposed to pay in full on the 20th. I didn’t have it all and she agreed to take $200 on the 22nd which sh accepted and $500 today. Now she is saying I am breach of contract and she is coming with the police to take the dogs back and refusing the $500 payment I... View More
My family including my deceased grandmother, my father & mother (alive) as of late my deceased uncle all had trusts. people whom surround my uncle who are posing as attorneys and real estate agents, threatening our tenants, claiming false statements. his late wife has been holding the books she... View More
answered on Feb 20, 2022
You seem to be asking two separate questions. Something about a rental premises, apparently held in trust. If someone else is the trustee, that person would probably have the right to receive the rent.
If you actually had been sued in small claims court, the summons and complaint could... View More
I was once the possessor of a desktop PC that my mother bought for me when I was 16. About a year ago, while in the midst of moving, my mom had stayed at a woman’s home. She brought some of her stuff over there, and just so happened to also bring along my PC (I was in a different state at the... View More
answered on Feb 2, 2022
I am certain you can find a lawyer in Fort Lauderdale skilled enough to issue your mother for the return of your computer. However, doing so will cost you a pretty penny and will certainly not make your mom happy.
If I were you I would drop the subject.
My ex-husband cosigned a loan (sallie mae) for our daughter (who is a student and has mental health issues ). She is 23, is still studying (changed programs and college) and now they are getting billed $48,000 and he wants me to pay for it in its entirety since I was awarded our stocks as part of... View More
answered on Feb 1, 2022
This answer is based on the law in Florida. You have no legal obligation to pay the loan. What you are describing is a moral dilemma because you are a parent that cares about your child.
Good luck.
They fraudulently sold me a lower value rifle in the place of a top tier rifle. I recently learned this because I sold the rifle to another man, and had to give him a refund. Now that the rifle has been shipped back, I've confronted the store owner, and they refuse to show me my receipt, which... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2022
Receipts are for customers such as you. I believe you will find that the federal requirement regarding the keeping of copies of such receipt is for the benefit of BATF, not customers. If you believe that you have been defrauded, failed to keep your receipt, and want a refund, it appears that you... View More
The stone yard is requesting full payment but will not come out to inspect the install. Do I pay balance or withhold til the counters are installed properly? Yes a contract was signed
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answered on Dec 19, 2021
There is no legal answer to this that would tell you most definitely one way or another. Of course, your contract may provide some guidance. I would try to withhold payment until they do it right. However, even if your home is homesteaded, they can still put a lien for the balance. You can try... View More
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say i have a neighbor who blasts music 12hours per day and has been doing this for 8 months. Can I sue for the 1st month in small claims, then the second month after the 1st suit has settled. Then the 3rd month etc etc I dont see a difference if i specify the times I am sueing for... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2021
What money damage would you ask for? Suing serially in small claims seeks like an absurd way to try to keep whatever damages you are seeking in small claims court; and I don't see what you hope to gain by doing so, anyway.
answered on Dec 3, 2021
No, you are not responsible and the creditor (normally a bank, not a merchant) wouldn't be able to successfully sue you.
I am a single mom and a student full time, and looking for a part time job, I have had quite a few obstacles the last few years and I am trying to move forward. The bill is for 1200, and I can not pay it, maybe a payment plan. I just need some help and I do not know what else to do.
answered on Dec 3, 2021
Call the attorney who filed the suit or the person who signed it and try to arrange a payment plan.
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