Maryland Arbitration / Mediation Law Questions & Answers
Q: My friend gave me money when I was on hard times and did not state it was a loan.
After months of not speaking with me the friend now wants to take me to court for money that is not a loan. Would this action fall under Title 5 Subtitle 9 5-901 Executory Contracts? The amount was 800 however the friend is stating in court that it is $1200. How do I fight this? I offered to pay... Read more »
I'm sorry to hear about your "friend."
Your matter is pretty fact dependent, however generally, a "gift" is a voluntary transfer of property by one to another, without any consideration or compensation provided to the transferor. Thus, a gift is a gratuity. Determining whether the money... Read more »
Q: I need representation for probate of my mother's estate. I need someone who deals with special needs trusts
I am on social Security
Try to find a lawyer in the jurisdiction where the estate is filed, for convenience. Most estate lawyers understand special needs trusts. You cannot solicit (and attorneys cannot solicit) business on this site per the site rules. You can, however, call lawyers who answer questions on this site,... Read more »
Q: I own a town house located in Prince George County, Maryland in a community governed by a Homeowners Association.
Rain water from neighbors home has caused mole and water damage in my basement. HOA CC&R, Art. X, Maintenance, authorizes board to repair neighbors property, collect costs, place a lien and foreclosure for owner who has failed to maintain property to standards. I can not repair my damage because... Read more »
After a mediation, you can sue the HOA for failure to enforce its' CCRs.
Q: How long can the listing Real Estate Agent hold your Earnest money deposit? Mediation request refused by her boss.
Listing agent contacted me said she knew someone that could help with a loan. I did not feel comfortable when she asked me how many points I was willing to pay. Listing agent works for the seller, not for my benefit. I forwarded lender denial letter on September 26, 2017. She advised she did... Read more »
The answer to the question should be found in the contract that you signed.
A "typical" Maryland board of realtors contract often specifies that both parties need to sign off on a release before the broker can release the earnest money deposit. Unfortunately if the contract requires... Read more »
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