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I was wondering who I should contact or just to go through small claims court in regards to a travel agency that promised to refund me and is giving the run-around as to why they can't refund me, after already promising to do so. Any information is greatly appreciated.
answered on Aug 29, 2017
If you signed a contract with the travel agency (most likely for your original transaction, not the refund), that contract may contain a provision regarding consent to jurisdiction and governing law. If that provision exists, contact an attorney in the state described in that provision.
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A tow truck driver towed my car and damaged the front fenders, front bumper, and undercarriage when he tried to remove the equipment attached to my car. He and the owner of the company refused to pay for the repairs to my car, and I want to file a small claims suit against the company. I also have... View More
answered on Apr 30, 2017
Were you illegally parked? How did the damage specifically occur? You may be able to sue them in small claims court for objectively unreasonable damage to your car during the tow. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial... View More
Massachusetts demands a boat excise tax and several fee's for using their waterways. Regardless the boat owner is not a citizen or legal resident of the state. This also means one cannot vote in the state because the person is not a citizen or legal resident. Examples Here: Boat excise tax; a... View More
answered on Apr 18, 2017
In the same way you have to pay a highway toll when you're driving on the state roads, you'd have to pay boat taxes and fees for using the state's waters, regardless of residency/ citizenship. The state government is, proverbially, king of its castle. This is the basis of sovereign... View More
My 14 year old son secretly created an ebay and a paypal account. On the eBay account he sold a few items, the money was transferred to the PayPal account where he spent it on in video game purchases. He never sent the items and eBay issued the buyers a refund along with service charges which put... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2017
Yes, you may indeed be sued for that. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law... View More
Roommate guaranteed me if I left by a certain date she would give me my deposit back then stopped payment on her check
answered on Mar 24, 2017
See: http://www.mass.gov/courts/case-legal-res/law-lib/laws-by-subj/about/securitydeposits.html
If the security deposit was owed to you, you may be able to sue for failure to refund it in a timely manner. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best... View More
I have received notice of a magistrate hearing from a collection agency for credit card debt back in 2011. My last payment was in August of 2011. Am I still liable? I'm not sure if I should go to this hearing or set up a payment plan that I can not afford.
answered on Mar 6, 2017
See: https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartIII/TitleV/Chapter260
See: https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartIII/TitleV/Chapter260/Section2
You might be running very close to the SOL. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2017
You should be provided notice of any court hearings, assuming the opposing party has your address and you're not being evasive. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about... View More
Brought my car to Brake King, I had my credit card on me and they had signs they accept them. So they look at my car and the mechanic said I need ALL NEW ROTORS and Brake Pads which I think is a lie but nonetheless he says he can do it for 500 dollars OR if I pay him cash 300$ and then told me he... View More
answered on Feb 20, 2017
There is no law against requesting payments in cash. See: http://www.mass.gov/ocabr/consumer-rights-and-resources/autos/lemon-laws/mechanics-of-auto-repair.html
If you suspect tax fraud, you can report it to the IRS. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your... View More
Do I need a court order or can I just do it myself?
answered on Feb 8, 2017
If you're the owner, you can request such transcripts. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/... View More
answered on Feb 1, 2017
Photocopies of documentary evidence in lawsuits may suffice where the originals are not available. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice... View More
I became unemployed and homless is there a way not to pay the loan considering situation
answered on Jan 18, 2017
You might be able to file for bankruptcy. You might be able to use federal student loan forgiveness laws to not pay the student loan, depending on the type of loan and school you attended. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice... View More
answered on Jan 14, 2017
Lemon laws typically apply to new cars purchased from dealers. Did you buy the car as-is, with no warranties? If so, you may be out of luck. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal... View More
answered on Dec 21, 2016
I would recommend reporting the incident in order to help put a stop to such practices. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not constitute legal advice; make any predictions, guarantees, or... View More
There are existing solar panels on roof tops in the neighborhood. The front of my house faces Southwest, therefore the panels would go on the front of the roof. I was denied, appealed and denied again. The HOA recently added an addendum stating Solar panels are only considered for the side and... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2016
This sounds like a reasonable HOA measure for neighborhood beauty and uniformity concerns. Check your CC&R's for clarification on HOA rights and what repercussions (e.g., fines, injunctions, attorney's fees, etc.) you face if you intentionally violate HOA rules/ decisions. The best... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2016
There are valid reasons and legal bases to rescind a contract, some of which are statutory in nature and others may be in the contract's language itself. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me on my law practice website. This answer does not... View More
answered on Dec 3, 2016
Who told you to withhold mortgage payments? -- an Attorney?? You should make sure it's not one of those scams parading around pretending to be a law firm that "modifies" your loan for a hefty fee. Some of those are legitimate, but some are scams. Some say they're a law firm, and... View More
if i was sold a product that was faulty, and was "repaired" twice within warranty because of that defect, but failed again because of the same defect after warranty, is there any legal recourse? any law that says i should be refunded or my product should be replaced?
answered on Jul 29, 2016
Your product was not "merchantable" and under the Uniform Commercial Code you can ask for a refund.May be a violation of MGLc93a if they don't.
Online retailer didn't let me cancel an order after the product was delayed. I had to utilize the BBB to get them to cancel the order weeks after it was supposed to arrive. Is this a violation of the Mail/Internet/Telephone Order Merchandise Rule? Can I sue them for damages?
answered on Jul 27, 2016
if the bbb let you cancel, then looks like you wouldn't have a cause of action. Possible better cause of action would be MGLc93(a)
Damages for not having product a)require showing that they knew time was of the essence and why
b) proof of the damages.
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A little over a year ago, I requested a loan modification agreement while I was employed full-time. January 2015, I lost my job and filed for unemployment where I collected for 6 months until my benefits ran out. Unfortunately, I still have no job. There was a 3 month trial period, which my sons... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2016
That is a tough one. It is true that you can qualify for a modification once every 12 months, HOWEVER, if there is a change is circumstances, then you could always apply again. I would call the bank and find out what your options are. If you still need help, feel free to call me.
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