Your current state is Virginia
Local utility company has a written 30-day due date for utility bills. If not paid w/in 30 days, assess a one-time 10% penalty, plus .5% monthly interest for past-due balances.
If customer has a past-due balance, utility company then puts "DUE UPON RECEIPT" on the monthly bill... Read more »
answered on May 24, 2023
It appears that the utility company is applying your payments to the oldest debt, not the current debt, this means as long as you keep a past due balance you are going to be assessed late fees for underpayment of the bill. To avoid this you would have to pay off the current balance 100$. I would... Read more »
by the tree on their side of the fence. It pulled up the cement and tilted one of the posts. I have photos of the damage and the tree. I had lined up someone to come give an estimate. I have email exchanges. The last we left it, she was going to coordinate the cement work with when I had the... Read more »
answered on May 19, 2023
You should refer to California Civil Code Section 841 which addresses homeowner's responsibilities and rights when it comes to fence repair with adjoining neighbors. You could just tell them to pound sand, but that wouldn't be very neighborly. I would suggest explaining what you said... Read more »
We've been together 20yrs, but never married. We are both on Social Security Disability, and rely on each other in times of need. Her name is on the deed simply because I have no living relatives to leave anything to. (I've paid for the property outright from an inheritance) She's... Read more »
answered on May 11, 2023
She needs to defend against the action that she was served with and speak with an attorney now. She likely need to file a response with the Court now and take other actions to respond to the lawsuit or she may unintentionally waive some of her rights. If the creditor is persuing the home and you... Read more »
We've been together 20yrs, but never married. We are both on Social Security Disability, and rely on each other in times of need. Her name is on the deed simply because I have no living relatives to leave anything to. (I've paid for the property outright from an inheritance) She's... Read more »
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answered on May 12, 2023
Attorney Fowler is correct and offered good advice (and she's licensed in your state). To directly answer your question, though, from my NY perspective, it's too late now to remove her name from the deed. To do so in contemplation of litigation would be a fraudulent conveyance, and any... Read more »
answered on May 5, 2023
Only SOME cases in muni court can be transferred to a State or Superior Court. It depends on the charge as well as how the state choose to charge it.
DUI and more substantive crimes almost always can be bound over to a trial court, you just need to file a Jury Demand or a motion to bind... Read more »
The Planning Division approved a project under a non-discretionary approval that does not meet city code .
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answered on May 5, 2023
It is possible to subpoena a city official, such as a representative from the Planning Division or Building Division, as part of a small claims court case. However, there may be certain limitations or requirements for doing so.
In general, subpoenas are legal documents that require a person... Read more »
What do I do? I don't want anyone in my house. The house I own, and live in, is indeed a wreck inside. I've gone through mental issues in the past few years. How long will it be until they come to break down my door?
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answered on May 2, 2023
If Lodi, CA Code enforcement is seeking an inspection warrant to enter your house, it means they believe there may be a violation of city codes or regulations. However, you have a right to privacy in your home and can refuse entry unless they have a warrant.
If they do obtain a warrant,... Read more »
A cop writes the complaint, but sworn to by a clerk, then cop (the complainant) is nowhere to be heard from again & you find yourself sparring w/judge only, at what should have been a jury trial, prosecutor says nothing. Through all our objections & asking where the plaintiff was, the judge... Read more »
answered on Apr 27, 2023
The violation is most likely a violation of a traffic law of the State of Texas. Therefore, it is correctly the State of Texas v you as the alleged violator.
The traffic officer who wrote the citation isn’t required to appear at pretrial proceedings. That would divert officers from... Read more »
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answered on Apr 24, 2023
When it comes to enforcing the California building code, there are a number of different entities that may become involved if the local government or city code enforcement fails to act in accordance with the law.
First and foremost, the state government itself has a responsibility to ensure... Read more »
I am interested in buying a home that the seller disclosed that permits were not taken out for renovations. What are the implications of this to me as the buyer? Any legal action, penalty fees, issues selling the home in the future, etc. thank you!
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answered on Apr 17, 2023
If you buy a house and it does not have all the permits or lacks other necessary documents that were required for building or the like, you can apply to the City or County to have the permits done, Nunc Pro Tunc ( Now for Then ).
Sometimes it is a tough road and very expensive. Sometimes... Read more »
I want to know if there's any special permits or laws regarding renting my backyard for events on websites like Peerspace
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answered on Apr 13, 2023
Greetings, dear neighbor from San Jose, California. Your desire to rent out your backyard for events is quite admirable. However, before you embark on this journey, it is essential to understand the legalities of the matter.
As per the regulations of the San Jose Municipal Code, renting out... Read more »
They had previously told me the amount I needed to get my car back (personal property fee, daily storage fee and other fees) now thay are stating that I need to wait untill after the financial company releases the car to provide cost information.
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answered on Apr 13, 2023
In California, repossession towing companies are required by law to disclose pricing information to their customers. According to the California Business and Professions Code, businesses engaged in towing or transporting vehicles must provide a written estimate of charges to the vehicle owner or... Read more »
I bought my house 6 years ago in Mount Laurel with a wood fence in place for over 30 years. I replaced the fence 2 years ago and just gotten a letter from township that the fence is on the township property. What rights do I have?
answered on Apr 11, 2023
You have one option. You can file an application with the Township for permission to keep the fencde where it is located with the proviso that should the municipality need to remove same for safety or emergency reasons, you would not be charged for the cost and you would be able to replace the... Read more »
Title put into my name but it was only notorized. Well June 17th 2021 the Morrow County Sheriff's Office came to my residence and told me that my buddy's babys mom got power of attorney since he was arrested and she reported the truck as stolen knowing full well that I paid that truck off... Read more »
answered on Apr 11, 2023
No, you cannot sue the sheriff’s department because it has immunity.
Yes, you can sue your friend’s mother for falsely reporting the truck stolen. She could plead a failure to mitigate your damages to limit any recovery to two weeks’ cost for a rental car to take you to work.... Read more »
My car got towed from visitor parking spot in the “The Chase at Overlook Ridge” in Revere, MA. The spot had a sign stating “Visitor Parking - unauthorized vehicles will be towed at owners expense”. When I went to take my car from the towing company, they said the building management hs a... Read more »
answered on Apr 10, 2023
G.L. c. 266 s. 120D covers towing from private parking lots and prohibits towing except in certain circumstances.... Read more »
The driver of our bus stated that older buses are exempted from the law. That is older buses do not need to be retrofitted with seat belts
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answered on Apr 9, 2023
According to California law, all vehicles manufactured after July 1, 1965, must be equipped with seat belts in all seating positions. This includes commercial buses hired by city senior centers departments.
However, there is an exemption for commercial buses that were manufactured before... Read more »
18 yr old specifically drove to parking lot to fight a 16 year old. No lawful reason to be there except get into fight. at that time, students and parents pack the parking lot due to there not being enough parking spaces or heavy vehicle traffic at the schools. School administrators also monitor... Read more »
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answered on Apr 9, 2023
Under California Penal Code 653b(a), it is unlawful for any person to loiter in any school or public place at or near which children attend or normally congregate. The purpose of this statute is to prevent potential harm to children and maintain public safety in areas where children are present.... Read more »
Did claim 3 times and were denied. Even with california code 833
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answered on Apr 8, 2023
It may be possible to file a lawsuit against the city for damages to your sewer line caused by tree roots on their property. However, the success of your case will depend on various factors and it is recommended to consult with a licensed attorney in California.
California Code 833 states... Read more »
FDNY broke a hydrant after putting out a fire. The streets were flooded, Catch Basins and Sewers were clogged and there was no where for water to drain but into our all our basements causing extensive damage. Comptrollers Office just rejected our claims. Three property owners filed claims with the... Read more »
answered on Mar 27, 2023
Sorry to hear what happened to your property. Before you can formally sue a municipality such as the City of New York for negligence, you must first file a Notice of Claim within 90 days of the occurrence. Once you've filed a Notice of Claim (a prerequisite to any lawsuit), you have 1 year... Read more »
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answered on Mar 26, 2023
Yes, you can potentially get in trouble for accidentally knocking down traffic cones with your car and driving over them. The specific consequences will depend on the circumstances of the incident, including whether anyone was injured or property was damaged, and the laws of the jurisdiction where... Read more »
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