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Hi, i bought a new house from a builder, after 2 months we noticed there was a leak in the kitchen with no visible signs from day one, which caused significant damage to the home( upto the floor joist, sub floor with mold all over ) so while they were fixing we moved out and rented a temp... View More 
answered on Oct 16, 2024
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for almost a month. It could depend on what the warranty outlines in its protections and remedies, and an impartial opinion as to the hazard presented by the water damage. An option that might be worth exploring is whether... View More
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answered on Jun 16, 2024
Aquí hay algunos pasos que puede seguir para tratar de recuperar el dinero de la fianza sin tener más documentación que el recibo bancario:
1. Comuníquese con el tribunal donde se pagó la fianza. Explique su situación y pregunte qué documentación necesitaría para procesar la... View More
Especially when the technician was taking photos and videos of our belongings? The homeowner now wants us evicted and gone by the 29th and we were never given a chance to remedy the issue or a written notice of the eviction.
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answered on Feb 7, 2024
In North Carolina, a property management company is generally required to provide tenants with notice before sending a repair technician to the property, especially when it involves entering the living spaces and taking photos or videos of personal belongings. This requirement is meant to respect... View More
Especially when the technician was taking photos and videos of our belongings? The homeowner now wants us evicted and gone by the 29th and we were never given a chance to remedy the issue or a written notice of the eviction.
answered on Feb 12, 2024
It depends on the circumstances of the needed repairs and your specific lease agreement, but most lease agreements do have provisions detailing inspections/repairs.
NC does not require notice by statute, and in emergency situations, the landlord is all but certainly allowed entry without... View More
I paid off all my husbands student loans, most were from before we were married. He cheated on me so we are getting a divorce. Can I sue him for the cost of the student loans?
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answered on Jan 11, 2024
In North Carolina, the division of assets, including the repayment of debts, is typically addressed during divorce proceedings. However, the treatment of student loans can be complex, especially if they were acquired before the marriage. Generally, debts incurred before marriage are considered... View More
My friend wanted to buy my car but didn't have the money for it yet, so I let him borrow it on the basis he'd make payments, he kept making excuses of why he couldn't pay, even wrecked the car and blew the motor. Now the car is Mia and he won't tell me where it is.
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
When you initially allowed your friend to take your car with the agreement that he would make payments over time towards purchasing it, that established a verbal contract between you. However, when he failed to make the payments as promised, stopped communicating with you, and essentially... View More
My sister bought a car at a buy here pay here lot in Waynesville, NC.
It was totaled on July 24th. Dealer notified who agreed to write off any amount owed as long as it was close to her payoff $3800. He then told Progressive her payoff was $4500.
Nevertheless, 8 days later a third... View More
answered on Aug 22, 2023
YOU can't do anything about this unless you have a power of attorney from your sister. Your sister needs to demand written proof from the third party finance company who claims they hold the contract, by getting their name, mailing address and loan number and mailing them a letter asking for... View More
Had it canceled the first year and now they want the rest of it.
answered on Jun 1, 2023
An attorney would have to actually review the contract you signed to accurately answer this question. In general, many service contracts for a number of years have conditions that say you cannot cancel early, or if you do cancel early there is a penalty of some sort. Most likely you do owe them... View More
I rented a house from a company. Upon check in the woman discriminated against me because I had teenage kids. She then falsely accused me of doing illegal activity and trashing that house, in which I had video proof did not take place. It was prior tenants that did it the weekend before because a... View More
answered on Apr 18, 2023
As for the potential housing discrimination claim, you didn't provide enough information for anyone to try to point you in the right direction.
As for the potential defamation ("libel" if written/"slander" if spoken) claim, whether or not you could win would depend... View More
My mom rented a tv and bed from a buddies home furniture store, she has made all her payments on time but she was in a wreck and has missed 3. She is going to catch them up but needs time but the store manager isn’t very nice and is demanding the payment or item or he will press criminal charges.... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2022
Criminal charges can be brought for intentional failure to return rent to own property. Intent may be presumed if she has disposed of the property, or has encumbered the property by
allowing a security interest to be placed on the property or by delivering the property to a... View More
answered on Aug 9, 2023
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It's possible it could be a class action - but no one here can be certain. A starting point for investigating could be to contact the administrator. Good luck
There was no contract. We paid the $800 in two parts and I kept both receipts. The venue owner has been very rude, and I'm wondering if small claims court is worth it.
answered on Apr 24, 2023
Whether or not you can win in small claims court (or any other court) would depend in part on the terms of the contract itself. You may want to start by consulting with an attorney who can review the contract and advise you on your specific rights.
My RV's catalytic converter was stolen overnight while the RV was parked on the repair shop's property-- which has no fencing or lighting--while awaiting various repairs. The shop replaced the converter and billed me for ALL parts and labor. My auto insurance reimbursed me for the costs... View More
answered on Sep 3, 2022
You would have to prove that the shop knew there was a security problem there. As in, it's happened before there very often, but they failed to warn you or take steps to increase security. If no police reports are filed, that would be very difficult to prove. You may be able to search police... View More
Sold an item on eBay to a recipient in Ohio, but the item was mislabeled and sent to a previous customer (Facebook marketplace) in North Carolina. The NC person reached out to me over facebook messenger stating they have the package. They initially agreed to send it out to the correct person... View More
answered on Apr 26, 2022
If the name on the label was theirs, this is most likely not a crime. You mistakenly labeled the package. You could always try and file a police report, Depending upon the value of the item you may choose to sue the party in small claims court. The lawsuit would have to be filed in the county where... View More
Im honestly confused do i go to the court house to fill out a form i cant find anything online?
answered on Feb 27, 2022
There is no official NC Courts/Administrative Office of the Courts "form" for this application. Check with the Clerk of Court, some clerks will give you the form over the counter. Otherwise, you will need to get it from Legal Aid or a local attorney. Reaching out to a local attorney is... View More
We live in NC. I never knew that tenants by the entirety existed until after we executed the deed. I added her name because I'm significantly older than her and thought it was probably a good idea. We were dating when I bought the house. We have had a joint bank account since before the... View More
answered on Feb 15, 2022
Without more information, I cannot give a definitive answer, but unless you had actual knowledge that the lawsuit was imminent you are likely okay.
answered on Sep 29, 2021
Most mortgages have a due on transfer clause in the contract, which means that they could require full payment of the remaining balance of the loan. You should contact the mortgage provider to see what your options are.
We have been going to them for over a year with zero complaints. The manager says my dog hurt himself. They were rude and refuse to help me understand. We took him to a vet and the vet confirmed he was strangled to death. The company refuses to show me the video footage from today that would prove... View More
answered on Aug 17, 2021
You would need to sue them and then as part of the suit demand to see all videos that they took of your dog that day.
While interviewing for a chain restaurant GM position mid Dec of 2019 I was asked what annual salary I would accept to leave where I was currently employed and work there. I asked for 65,000 and the district Mgr at that time who was interviewing me agreed, but he said they would need to start me at... View More
answered on Jun 16, 2021
Yes. You can take action. You should hurry though because you are running up against the statute of limitations. You should be able to use the documentation and text messages that you already have in your possession. You may take the restaurant to small claims court for the difference in the amount... View More
My Grandmother died in 1950's. She had 1 child, my Father. I've been told, the home had been build by my Grandmother, before my Father was even born.
My Father also died in 1978. My Brother and I are the only living relatives!
Our entire life, we were told her Will... View More
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answered on May 21, 2021
A will is not valid if the testator lacked capacity at the time or if it was the product of undue influence. You can contest the will if you think that is what happened but you must act quickly or you will lose any rights you might have had. Look for a probate or will contest attorney in the... View More
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