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Could you provide clarification on how NH RSA 95:1 applies to municipal employees who hold decision-making authority but may not be classified as elected officials? In a recent Select Board meeting, it was argued that this RSA only applies to “public officials,” and that employees like the Town... View More 
answered on Oct 13, 2024
Someone like a town administrator is a public official as their authority to exercise significant discretion comes from the people who hired him/her to act on their behalf: the elected body of the Board of Selectmen. As such, their significant authority is delegated from an elected body. That would... View More
We are concerned that residential builders are not required to be licensed in NH and we’re unclear on whether the use of a contract is common practice
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
Good morning. We deal with this all the time and I strongly encourage you to hire an attorney well-versed in building contracts to help guide you or to handle the transaction. NH builders are not regulated but even in places where they are (like in Massachusetts), there can be serious problems if... View More
I purchased a house in November 2022 and discovered it had multiple issues, including being on cinder blocks instead of pillars as disclosed by the previous owner. After a professional inspection confirmed the issues, I had a lawyer send a demand letter, but the owner did not respond. She offered... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
That’s a difficult and frustrating situation—especially when you made the purchase in good faith and now you're dealing with unexpected repair costs. In New Hampshire, sellers are required to disclose known material defects, and misrepresenting something structural like the foundation may... View More
I got divorced eight years ago, and I own a summer cottage with my ex. We made a verbal agreement that I would use half my equity to buy her out of my home, and I agreed to pay all taxes, gas, and maintenance until the money was put into the summer camp. I've been doing this for eight years... View More
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answered on Mar 10, 2025
Hello. Issues like this are best handled by a good attorney with experience in litigation and real estate matters. Myr firm does work on cases like this.
I received an unsolicited text from a company called Trademark Grid, stating they have a new trademark application that matches my abandoned trademark from 2017. I continue to sell products under that name on Amazon. They are asking me to renew with them, claiming otherwise their application will... View More
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answered on Feb 27, 2025
This is a scam. If you want a reputable trade mark attorney to help you, there are plenty in New Hampshire (Franklin Pierce is a renowned school for intellectual property lawyers). If you want to look further afield: hi.
I have a law dictionary I was told to get for my upcoming constitutional law course blacks law dictionary. Technically speaking any license fee is for the privilege of pursuing a particular occupation business or activity. Activity in law means enterprise. You have the inalienable right to own... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
Understanding the nuances of constitutional law, especially in relation to licenses and personal rights, can be complex. You're correct in noting that licenses are typically required for certain activities, which are regulated by the state as a means of ensuring safety and order. The... View More
this is their wording on an illegal by our contract mail-in vote...attendance to annual meetings is mandatory for all members .The board will consider any requests for absentee ballots that include a reason such as hospitalization or out of state .attendance to the annual is a basic responsibility... View More
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
RSA 205-A defines a manufactured housing park as any parcel of land under common ownership or control that contains, or is designed to contain, two or more manufactured housing units such as mobile homes. Owners and operators of manufactured housing parks are prohibited from:
Requiring more... View More
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answered on Jun 15, 2023
Without knowing more, it's impossible to render any competent advice. However, sometimes knowing what to expect helps. You should know and be ready to discuss any legal defenses you think you have. If you haven't denied or disputed the debt, you should think about what assets you have... View More
The fee is part of the fuel tank rental agreement. However, I am not the property owner. I did not enter into an agreement regarding the tank/fee. Can I be legally billed this fee?
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answered on Apr 28, 2023
Since you apparently did not agree to these terms, it's very doubtful that you are directly liable for it. But be careful, the owner, presumably your landlord, may be liable and he/she may be able to pass the costs onto you through the Lease.
I want to know how to protect myself legally from being extorted, violating 18 U.S.C. § 1470- Transfer of obscene material to minors, or just in general accidentally sending NSFW content to a minor because I have no idea who is on the other end of the profile looking to purchase my nude... View More
also my contract was not right and also they had a vsi on there for 125 which that is what I thought but find out it is for 27 months never was told this also the whole contract did not make sense the money on the paper were not right just a lot wrong with this whole deal I stop paying after 5... View More
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answered on Apr 4, 2023
New cars and other new motor vehicles are covered by manufacturers' warranties. These warranties must follow the rules set by the federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act and the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) (refer to the section on Warranties for more information). The manufacturer's warranty... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2023
A suit can be brought in state district or superior court given the $20,000 amount. There could be other factors, such as whether a federal question is involved but I doubt it given your description.
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answered on Jul 13, 2022
Thanks for your question. In order to answer fully, I'd need to know, at a minimum, terms of the business purchase and what you want to patent. I'd also need to review the business purchase documents. If you're interested in hiring my firm for this, please just let me know. Thank you.
Was sold a car, Private sale, and was lied to about the condition the car was in. I know I most likely will have nothing there to get money back on, but in the bill of sales there were items that were listed that were not given or received. The price of all items adds up to about 9k, and because of... View More
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answered on May 13, 2022
It sounds like you probably do have a case. Would need to know the terms of sale in bill of sale, if any and any oral representations. Might be worth sending the seller a demand letter.
Removing and replacing roof including the framing. No roof, just tarps, some water got in. It was expected in this type of job, hence the terms and conditions. Customer filed a claim with my insurance even though the Terms and Conditions she signed directly states that I'm not liable for any... View More
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answered on May 11, 2022
It sounds as if the homeowner breached your contract by filing an insurance claim when she shouldn't have. I'd ask her to withdraw the claim. It sounds like she is also interfering with your General Contractor. Yet, since you stated things seem to be ok for the moment, that's... View More
My wife had dementia when she cancelled her disability policy
answered on Dec 27, 2019
A New Hampshire attorney could advise best on this, as insurance coverage is generally governed by state specific-elements. But your question remains open for two weeks. The problem with such a legally broad term is that it could be defined in more than one way, depending on the statute and... View More
I was bit by a pit bull. Why would he do this. I gave no consent
answered on Nov 5, 2018
You can call the NH Professional Board of Conduct for attorneys and file a complaint. They will investigate and make a ruling on the matter. Good luck!
Residency and wont leave. Can the landlord hold me or my son responsible for this person who wont leave?
answered on Nov 5, 2018
If in fact, as you state, she has a month to month tenancy, then you have to give her 30 days notice to quit the apartment. These cases are tricky, if she won't leave, you should hire an landlord tenant attorney. attorney Brian Shaughnessy is the attorney I use to evict my own tenants. He is... View More
Can you write a contract knowing it is a violation of the US Constitution
answered on Apr 4, 2018
What kind of a contract would the persons be writing that has to do with the US Constitution?
I have been diagnosed with kidney failure stage III and won’t be able to see the nephrologist for one more week, at that point I should know what I can do or not do relative to the contract.
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