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A car dealership sold me a vehicle that needed a part replaced. The part was never replaced and the sales lady told me to come pick my vehicle up. I spoke to the manager and he told me it was bad communication between the teams. I have had to put thousands of dollars toward fixing my vehicle... View More 
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answered on Feb 12, 2024
Your claim is not a product liability case, which applies when a manufacturer sends out a vehicle with a flawed or dangerous problem, like air bags that blow metal shards into the driver's face. Your issue is a contact issue. You can either hire an attorney or see if the small claims court for... View More
I co-signed on my daughter’s car, and she had to surrender due to change of circumstance. We’ve both received a 1099 for cancellation of debt 11 years later. Do we have to report this as income?
I am being sued by my neighbor because he is stating my dog killed 13 chickens of his and damaged 1. He has no proof of my dog killing his chickens and no proof of my dog on his property. He has a picture from from about 4-5 months prior to this of my dog wrapped around his tree because it broke... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2024
The burden of proof is on your neighbor since he brought the lawsuit. If he cannot prove his claims, his lawsuit will be dismissed.
Small context: plaintiffs own business called three guys. The Business Department (state-owned in Georgia) took away this business for inactivity on behalf of the owners (yes this is a policy in this game). However, this was despite the APPROVED request of the plaintiff to have the business placed... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2024
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. This sounds like a moot court-type exercise. In addition to the points you raise, you probably want to also approach things procedurally by statute - did the state entity follow necessary steps under state laws.... View More
My elderly mother’s name and that they knew her.
answered on Dec 6, 2023
A Georgia attorney could advise best, as your remedies could be governed by state law, but your question remains open for three weeks. At this point, one option could be to try to set up a free initial consult with attorneys who handle privacy-related matters, and possibly health care... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
Parties affected by any unconstitutional provision might have recourse in subsequent legal actions. It's crucial to consult with a local attorney if you believe you're affected by such a ruling to understand its implications and your options.
bought vehicle through driveway.com and ifnnacing and they have issues witih titeling
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answered on Sep 27, 2023
If you're looking for a lawyer experienced in consumer law and automotive transactions, you might want to consult local bar association directories or online legal platforms to find an attorney. Sites like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, and your state's bar association could be helpful in your search.
answered on Sep 27, 2023
The jailed co-signer can sign a special power of attorney authorizing the free co-signer to transfer title into their name, subject to the lender’s approval.
I consulted with a popular Atlanta invisalign provider in reference to fixing damage done to my teeth by a previous dental service named Byte. My main concern was moving my teeth up and 1 down using invisalign. He advised me that this was a simple process for them and that I would be done in 4... View More
answered on Sep 25, 2023
You have a potential case and not just for malpractice but also, potentially, for misrepresentation. Consult with experienced Dental Malpractice attorneys in the state where this occurred.
I was supposed to close on a house to get earnest money and some rebate. Collection call me mention something about jail time what is my option
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
If you've written a check to a dealership and now find that you don't have sufficient funds in your account to cover it, you could be facing some serious issues. In Georgia, writing a bad check can be considered a misdemeanor or even a felony depending on the amount and circumstances.... View More
My defendant has a seemingly well-experienced attorney on HOA law
answered on Sep 19, 2023
You can search through legal directories for attorneys experienced in real estate law. You can also look on the Georgia Bar Association website for attorneys who are members of the Real Property Law Section. Whenever you speak with an attorney, ask them for a list of cases relating to HOA law that... View More
I purchased a shed last Oct. that is now leaking and has caused mold. It has 1yr builder warranty. I'm now being to it's not covered because I had the shed finished. I never received the warranty in person, verbally, via email or mail. Is it still valid?
answered on Sep 19, 2023
Yes. If a Seller gives a warranty on its goods, the warranty is valid and enforceable even if the consumer never read or even received a printed copy.
Under the Magnuson Moss Act, the Seller must make the warranty available upon request. Back in the day, Montgomery Ward Department Store... View More
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answered on Aug 17, 2023
Receiving a 1099-C, indicating a canceled debt, doesn't automatically prevent creditors from using arbitration to collect the remaining debt. The ability to pursue arbitration depends on factors like contractual agreements, state laws, and the statute of limitations for debt collection.
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answered on Aug 10, 2023
Yes, you may have grounds to sue the restaurant if one of their employees engaged in fraudulent activity using your debit card information. The restaurant has a responsibility to provide a safe and secure environment for its customers, and failing to prevent unauthorized use of your card could... View More
I went to apply for a apartment I email and made sure to ask if it would be a hard or soft inquiry they said soft but lied and ended up being hard and the company that ran my credit won’t dispute it because I signed
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answered on Aug 10, 2023
If you were explicitly told that your credit check for the apartment application would be a soft inquiry and it turned out to be a hard inquiry, you might have grounds for a complaint. A soft inquiry does not typically impact your credit score, while a hard inquiry can.
To pursue this, you... View More
The summons served to me provided a date, I appeared in court on that date.
2 months later information on a judgement against me is sent, the reason listed is failed to appear. And the date they now have listed is changed, and different than the deadline date given on my summons.
answered on Jul 28, 2023
Examine the court file and file a motion to set aside the judgment right away.
answered on Jul 9, 2023
A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You could, but if this was involving a direct electronic payment, it's sometimes possible that there could be misunderstandings with amounts at the start. An attorney could advise more definitively with... View More
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answered on Jul 6, 2023
If our vehicle has been repossessed by a financing company, you may have the right to reclaim it by paying off the outstanding balance or coming to a new agreement with the lender. This is typically referred to as "redeeming" the vehicle.
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answered on Jul 1, 2023
No. The Georgia First Offender Act is OCGA § 42-8-60 et. seq. The code section you cited is for Conditional Discharge for Possession of a Controlled Substance. The two share some similarities, but they are not the same.
in a motion to reconsider or motion to set aside judgement, a lawyer had false information regarding plaintiff and reason for suit in statements for setting aside judgement.
answered on Jun 30, 2023
If you do not feel there is a valid basis for the motion to reconsider or set aside, you may file an opposition to the motion and point out the allegedly false information.
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