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I was reviewing accounts and realized I never invoiced a consumer for my services. A year has passed since the services, are they still legally bound to pay me?
answered on Sep 21, 2021
Depending on the facts, you are still likely within the statute of limitations to collect the debt. Call the customer and explain the mistake. The customer shouldn't expect to get a free service when there was an agreement to pay. You may also need to talk with your tax professional to find... View More 
In Nebraska, the law is that a contractor must place a fence 14 inches from any utility lines. If a contractor places a provision in the contract with the land owner that the land owner will be liable for any damage to utility lines as a result of the land owner asking for less than a 14 inch... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2020
Unless the State is part of the agreement, a private agreement between parties that they won't follow the law doesn't make the law unenforceable. That being said, it is allowed in certain circumstances for parties to contract for one party to indemnify the other party for costs... View More
i have a signed contract to paint my house w/$2850 down in 11/28/18 in 7/29/19 in the witness of a police officer he refused to even"Start"
answered on Nov 18, 2019
If you have been defrauded by a contractor, you should contact the non-emergency law enforcement phone number and file a police report and/or contact the county attorney's office to report the crime. They will likely want supporting documentation of the fraud, so you will want to provide a... View More
I'm not for sure which reporter it is under. But all "contracts", designed by John B. West in his "West American Digest System" in the mid 1800s, and developed by "West Publishing" to organize the entire body of American Law.
For instance, I have... View More
I was 18 when I agreed to the terms of a contract with an internet and phone company in Nebraska. I incurred debt with them and wonder whether or not I am legally responsible for upholding the contract I signed at the age of 18.
There was a car for sale that my daughter's friend wanted to purchase, seller said he would like $700
So the friend sold his motorcycle for the money to purchase the vehicle, then seller asked for more money. There are several witnesses to the fact, as others have also inquired about... View More
answered on Aug 11, 2015
Oral agreements can be valid in many situations, but if the person doesn't perform you have to sue to enforce and there is often disputed testimony about the agreement. Check with a local lawyer about your rights and options. A letter from a lawyer may be helpful.
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answered on May 29, 2015
Review the contract to see whether and how it can be cancelled. A Nebraska contract lawyer can help you determine this and whether your contract has a cooling off period.
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