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I bought several computers from a person in NJ. He assured me over the phone and over text that 3 of the 4 computers were fully functional. After receiving them...none of the computers worked and they looked like they had come out of the garbage. I paid him $850. I live in NYC.
answered on Feb 3, 2018
You can sue in small claims in NJ or NY but collection is a definite issue.
Judge decided on a motion without listening to any of my arguments and constantly talking to an opposing attorney. I believe the order is erroneous and would like to file an appeal.
Please let me know where can I file an appeal?
answered on Jan 31, 2018
The Appellate Term of the Supreme Court. You did not say which county in NYC, so I cannot give you the address. The Clerk can tell you.
I told him from the very explicit, starting public post on craigslist we would both sign an agreement. I never cashed his money order waiting for him to do so, but he hasn't come back, nor has he called me back or replied to my various email messages. I want to give him back his money in full... View More 
answered on Jan 22, 2018
Sue who? You are supposed to get new plates when you buy a car.
Filed a small claims suit (Queens County-NYC) and requested to see a judge as I did not want my case to be tried by an arbitrator. I was then told that it would take a few court dates if I want to only see a judge. That did not deter me and I insisted on seeing judge and was sent home with a new... View More
answered on Jan 12, 2018
There is nothing you can do. They make a speech about arbitration and by the court in the beginning, and that speech is the same in every court. No one will believe you.
The leak was noticed by neighbor who shares a wall. Her apt also wet. The pipe was in a pony wall between our kitchens. LL charging me for new Pergo floors for both apts even tho the floor looks the same as it did once water removed. What are my rights? LL says first that heat was turned off by... View More
answered on Jan 11, 2018
If you have insurance make a claim. If you do not, state this information in this post in a letter, and refuse to pay. You might be sued. Also, make a claim for your damage in writing as well to the landlord, and you can sue them.
My sister Karen was left everything in her significant others will when he passed on 11/27/17. Her significant other chose to leave his son out of the will. My sister passed on 12/27/17. We still don't know hos she died. She was only 54. She has 2 children. Who should be able to be her heirs?... View More
answered on Dec 29, 2017
This is a complex issue as the deaths were close. Karen's kids are her heirs by law. They should fight for the estate. It is their legacy.
I have a student visa and my boyfriend is an American citizen. We plan to get married in January and travel to the Caribbean for our honeymoon.
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answered on Dec 29, 2017
Things do not work that way. Immigration is a very complex area of law. It is a lot more than merely filling out forms. You need to retain an immigration attorney to handle all immigration proceedings. This prevents errors that can sometimes prove costly and may even be irreversible. You should... View More
I was not named in the legal proceedings that resulted in a stipulation of judgment where my partner agreed to pay rent arrears. 2 years after that fact I found out about it; the partner never paid, and Landlord is going after me now as one of the personal guarantors. I was not an active member... View More
answered on Dec 20, 2017
It depends on the terms of the guarantee, but if the usual form, you are liable.
After my grandmother passed away, i sold the apt back to management and was told i would receive the equity once they sell the apt. RECENTLY I found out the apt, in a Mitchell Lana blg. was sold in may of 2015! Had I not reached out to inquire about it, they would have never cut me a check. Are... View More
answered on Dec 18, 2017
Do you have letters from the Surrogate's Court? If not, you are at fault.
After my grandmother passed away, i sold the apt back to management and was told i would receive the equity once they sell the apt. RECENTLY I found out the apt, in a Mitchell Lana blg. was sold in may of 2015! Had I not reached out to inquire about it, they would have never cut me a check. Are... View More
answered on Dec 6, 2017
How could your apartment be sold without you consenting? Did you refuse to buy it in a privatization?
They also cut our driveway and have not repaired, it's been over one (1) year.
Had many issues here including a flood (broken sink pipe) within 30d of move-in where she never did nor allowed cleanup of the carpet or mold.
Had no power (elec.) to most of the apt. for 9 mos (incl. a dark outdoor walk / approach due to "someone" breaking the light bulbs.) She... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2017
You cannot be liable for back rent in an illegal apartment, but you cannot stay there either, so you will be evicted.
The letter is from a law firm representing a school district superintendent. After a meeting in which she invited me into her office, she sent a letter saying that she was fearful and that I threatened her staff. I did neither of these things, and in fact waited politely while the secretary... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2017
You need to write a responsive letter to correct the record. There is nothing else you need to do now, unless there are other consequences.
Section 8 has refused to pay me my rent for the mouth because the Tenant complains about mice even though I have had to build exterminated by a professional every mouth I think about taking them to court to collect my read is that a wise decision or not
I also went to have it turned over in my name since my mom didn't have a will do you know how long it takes for the probate to send me that paper so that I can just cash out that insurance
answered on Oct 27, 2017
Your question is unclear. Are you the beneficiary of a policy on her, or is she the beneficiary of a policy on you? Also, no one sends you anything. You have to move forward and do something. I would need to see what you found.
My husband is attempting to force me into a bad settlement. He has repeatedly committed fraud against me and has been harassing me non-stop. I required heart surgery two months ago and did not heal due to stress. I have just had another, my doctor said I MUST avoid stress to heal properly. Husband... View More
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answered on Oct 19, 2017
Probably wouldn't fly. Your case (if filed) would be dismissed.
I have surveillance video of him going into the corner but not him actually doing it.
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answered on Oct 9, 2017
That's disgusting, but no, you need to clean that shit up and maybe contact the police about a public indecency charge. Notify the moving company so that they can take appropriate discipline against this employee.
I feel that my attorney has made several possible mistakes on my case, and I wanted to find out if there was a way I could see for myself, online, the steps and motions she has made, and the dates they were made, or must be made by in the future.
was wronged, can I still sue despite the waiver? I've been offered a buyout, but they want me to waive the right to sue for any and all past actions. I'm concerned about defamation, harassment, and emotional distress.
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answered on Sep 28, 2017
You cannot sue unless they deliberately and/or fraudulently withheld the information from you about the right to sue. That said, it still wouldn't be a clear cut case and possibly an uphill battle. Knowing more about the context here would be helpful, please feel free to reach out to me... View More
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