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I am dealing with a situation where the family court has entered a judgment for the division of several joint accounts, but the defendant has delayed execution and transferred the joint assets. The defendant's appeal has been dismissed, and there is a motion without progress. Currently,... View More 
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answered on Mar 13, 2025
A lis pendens (or "notice of pending litigation") is typically used in real estate disputes to provide public notice that a legal claim is affecting a property. In Nevada, a lis pendens is generally limited to cases involving title or interest in real property and may not apply directly... View More
Meaning since the initial preliminary hearing petitions, depositions, and legally submitted documents that the court clerk allowed. Had the plaintiffs name incorrectly spelled for more then for almost 2 years. Also, the children in question that were twins, there birthdays were constantly... View More
answered on Dec 19, 2024
In theory, yes, you can file a motion to dismiss, perhaps for failure to state a claim or lack of jurisdiction over the parties due to errors in their names. You could also try a motion for summary judgment, showing that the pleadings are factually wrong.
But faced with the sort of... View More
I am being asked to audit perfume shelves through an app called bemyeye they were to pay me for thee pictures
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answered on Oct 8, 2024
Ulta Beauty stores generally have policies regarding photography inside their stores. In most cases, taking pictures without permission may violate store policies or infringe on customer privacy. Since you're being asked to audit perfume shelves for the app BeMyEye, it would be important to... View More
Also didn’t sign it, tons of work wasn’t completed nor happy with. I paid majority but the extra fees they are trying to add on never happened nor was I advised until day we met in person. Never signed a change order like I did previously.
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
In Nevada, the situation where a construction company adds fees to a final invoice without providing a change order, agreement, or obtaining your signature raises concerns regarding the legitimacy of those additional charges. If significant work remains incomplete and you are dissatisfied with the... View More
I have been making payments to the creditor bank (not dealership in-house financing), and that bank just informed me that the car paid-in-full (as does my account statement), and they said it was due to some fraud on the dealerships side. The dealership has paid off that debt. Does this put me in... View More
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answered on Nov 15, 2023
It sounds like the dealership may have committed fraud by fraudulently obtaining financing for the car. As a result, the creditor bank has paid off the debt, and you are now the vehicle owner outright. You are not obligated to pay the dealership anything further.
If you are concerned about... View More
As a business owner in Nevada, I hired an independent contractor who works from home in Los Angeles in the entertainment industry. I want to include a noncompete agreement in our contract to prevent them from competing with my company for five years if they leave. I already have agreements... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
This is a tricky situation because you're dealing with two different states—Nevada, where your business is based, and California, where the contractor lives and works. California is especially strict when it comes to noncompete agreements. In most cases, noncompetes are not enforceable... View More
As the treasurer of our HOA, I would like to inspect the storage facility where our records are kept. The HOA bylaws do not mention any specific rules about inspecting this facility, and an attempt to conduct an audit was stopped because a folder's contents did not match its label. The... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
That sounds like a concerning situation, especially when you're trying to fulfill your duties as treasurer and ensure transparency for the HOA. In Nevada, HOA board members, including the treasurer, generally have the right to access association records in order to perform their... View More
I signed a custom written contract for an office lease, created by a lawyer, through DocuSign before receiving a copy of it. After receiving it, I realized I never would have signed it had I seen it first. I informed the realtor in writing two business days later to withdraw my offer, but she... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
That’s an incredibly frustrating position to be in, especially when you feel misled or rushed into signing something without fully understanding the terms. In Nevada, a contract signed through DocuSign can be legally binding, just like a physical signature. However, for a lease agreement to be... View More
I have a rental agreement with my landlord for $1500 monthly rent, with late fees of $50 per day after the 3rd day. The 7-day notice stated I owed $1500 for February 1, 2025, plus $126 in late fees, amounting to $1626. However, my landlord now claims that $792 is for late fees.
In previous... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
That situation sounds really frustrating, especially when the numbers keep changing and you're trying to stay on top of things. In Nevada, once a landlord issues a 7-day notice for nonpayment of rent, they are expected to list an accurate amount due. If that amount changes significantly after... View More
How can I cancel a contract with an HOA that I believe I did not agree to? When purchasing the property, the real estate agent mentioned the HOA in passing with no details, and I never signed a document agreeing to the HOA's terms. I’ve been following the rules and paying monthly fees, but... View More
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answered on Mar 12, 2025
If you bought property subject to an HOA through recorded restrictions and/or a Master Deed, then you bought it subject to the HOA. And they can foreclose their liens which accrue over and over again every month. Did you not check the title prior to purchase? Real Estate Agents know little... View More
I'm in an abusive relationship and trying to get out. My husband had me finance a car in my name only, and now he refuses to pay for it. I can't afford both car payments due to my limited income. We have one child in the home. We didn't have any formal agreement about him paying for... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2025
1. Prioritize Your Safety First
If you are in immediate danger, contact a local domestic violence shelter or hotline (e.g., the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233).
Consider reaching out to a domestic violence advocate for guidance on financial and legal matters.... View More
in the paperwork it says that the original amount was charged off by the bank and the action is by "predecessor in interest"
answered on Feb 3, 2025
A debt being charged off does not prevent collection.
It appears from what you stated, the original creditor sold the debt.
Note, the purchaser must still prove the debt and you have all rights you would have against the original creditor.
attorney missed the deadline for motion to dismiss instead he answered the complaint and forever deprived me of filing a motion to dismiss. do I have any recourse? Clark County Nevada
answered on Nov 26, 2024
You may have a claim against the lawyer if the court will not let you file a late response.
What does it mean when I get notices saying I'm branded entity n why don't I get compensated for any of this
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answered on Aug 27, 2024
The third-party licenses on your phone likely relate to apps, services, or software you use. Many applications require licenses to function, which means that by using them, you agree to certain terms and conditions. These licenses do not automatically entitle you to compensation; they are simply... View More
My identity stolen accounts in fidelity by black rock fidelity blocked my access and my 401k is 0$ with fidelity
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answered on Aug 27, 2024
It sounds like you're facing a serious and complex situation. If your identity has been stolen and your accounts with Fidelity are compromised, it's important to act quickly. Start by contacting Fidelity directly to explain the situation, and ask for their fraud department to investigate.... View More
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I'm having problems getting my cell phone service switched over (unlocking my cell phone number) and terminating my service. Currently Metro by T-mobile won't unlock my phone number and they won't terminate my service so I'm having to pay for a service that I... View More
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answered on Aug 12, 2024
Here are some relevant keywords that might follow "divorce and family law in Las Vegas, Nevada," naturally integrated into the last text:
If you're searching for legal assistance related to divorce and family law in Las Vegas, Nevada, there are a variety of specific services... View More
I was given approval by my health department for a food trailer build. After completion and inspection it was failed by the same health inspector who had given me the ok to build. I have taken the manufacturer to court and lost due to me signing the contract to build. Who is at fault?
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answered on Aug 12, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties you've encountered with your food trailer. In situations like this, determining who is at fault can be complex, as it involves multiple parties and the specifics of contracts, approvals, and inspections.
Potential Factors to Consider:... View More
Large unit I paid on for almost two years. They want receipts for things but thieves stole all documentation I owned. And there’s no receipt for years worth of clothing, shoes, perfume collection, etc. The storage manager failed to notify me and continued accepting payment for months until I came... View More
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answered on Aug 12, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the distressing situation you're going through. Based on the information you’ve provided, there may be grounds to pursue legal action, not only for the inadequate insurance payout but potentially also for emotional distress and other damages. Here’s a breakdown... View More
Looking for highly rated fantastic business attorney to draft agreements between myself and investor. It includes elements of real estate and also casinos in NV
answered on Mar 7, 2024
A Los Angeles or Nevada attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Attorneys here can't respond to you with offers of their services. The format here is limited to quick Q & A. You could search attorneys on your own, and supplement your searches with the... View More
I paid a small fee for a resume building company and whenever I updated my job description field, their online system updated it in 2 fields - deleting and replacing what I had already added. I didn't realize this at first, so after updating my resume to specifically first the position I was... View More
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answered on Oct 5, 2023
If the resume builder had technical errors that directly impacted your job search, you might have a claim for breach of contract or negligence against them. The crux would be proving damages – in this case, missed employment opportunities due to their errors. In the immediate term, consider... View More
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