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Q: I signed a new lease yesterday for $1029. Got it back signed by them. Then got an email to sign again for $1059.

If the lease is signed by me and by the assistant manager of the property then it's a legally binding lease correct? They want me to sign another lease because they messed up on the amount they wanted me to pay.

Nicholas P. Weiss
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answered on Mar 25, 2024

As a matter of law, the lease is binding as signed. As a matter of practicality, that is not a good step to enter into a lease with a group that's going to make "mistakes" like that.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Arbitration / Mediation Law for Ohio on
Q: Contract has a termination policy that has confusing wording

I spoke to an individual who is a pretty highly rated fitness instructor. The contract either $450 per month or pay all up front for $2,700. Anyway, I said on the phone I'd likely do monthly billing. The billing is done through an invoice sent on PayPal thats set on 'AutoPay'. So... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 25, 2024

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. At this point, the least expensive option could be to direct your question to the instructor. That could be a safer approach than trying to interpret the language that creates concerns for you. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Real Estate Law for Ohio on
Q: We sold a property. An addendum to the contract was for the buyers to pay us $20K cash. They refuse to pay.

What are our options? They bought the property as is and then remodeled. They say since they spent so much to remodel that they don't have to pay us.

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Feb 19, 2024

Your options depending on the purchase agreement are to either not get paid or sue for the amount due. I would recommend speaking to your realtor and if he or she cannot help you, invest in the time with an attorney in that county that regularly practices real estate litigation.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Ohio on
Q: Can I consider an agreement made over text message tantamount to a contract?

I loaned a friend a significant amount of money in incremental amounts over 2022. On October 20, 2023, approximately 10 months after the last amount issued, I sent her a message on the Messenger app which stated a lump sum of what she owed me and that I wanted my money back, following her failure... View More

Nicholas P. Weiss
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answered on Feb 2, 2024

Yes. The texts back and forth would constitute an enforceable agreement.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Animal / Dog Law and Appeals / Appellate Law for Ohio on
Q: Would I be able to go after a vet office for making me sign things while I was in a mental crisis?

When I had to put my cat down, I was not in the correct state of mind. I could barely comprehend what was going on at the time as if I was in a dissociative state. I'm not able to pay the bill, and despite me saying that multiple times, it felt as if they kept pressuring me to sign the... View More

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Jan 14, 2024

You need to pay your bills like all of the rest of us.

2 Answers | Asked in Contracts and Estate Planning for Ohio on
Q: What information is required of a person to be named a beneficiary, other than their name?

They live in Texas, are not related to me, and state their attorney requires certain information. I am concerned about a swindle. Are there any instances that require more information than a name? Will they need my SSN? Bank account info? Etc.?

Beverly A Stull
Beverly A Stull
answered on Jan 10, 2024

It is likely that they would ask your name and address, so that they can keep you informed regarding the estate. They should not ask confidential information like SSN, bank accounts, etc. If something they asks makes you uncomfortable, don't do it.

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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Collections for Ohio on
Q: Can a defense attorney physically touch a plaintiff?

My wife is trying to collect an unpaid bill by an LLC. By law they have to have an attorney represent them. She was killing them in court today and the attorney rushed her table, picked up her evidence papers and physically shoved her a bit out of frustration. The magistrate did nothing but to tell... View More

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Oct 25, 2023

In addition to, and better than an ethics case, she has a lawsuit for battery.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Real Estate Law for Ohio on
Q: How can I get out of a contract to sell my home and a POA that they attached to their contract?

I signed a contract with and llc to buy my house and at end of contract was a POA which is state Authorization to sign docs and offers! We didn’t close on 45 th day they made a new contract with a new buyer and have not given me a copy and told me it doesn’t have to do with me! I told the 45... View More

Nicholas P. Weiss
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answered on Oct 19, 2023

The LLC is likely engaging in wholesaling. This is a legal, but ethically tricky, activity in selling a contract to another. It is unlikely that you can breach the contract without penalty.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Real Estate Law for Ohio on
Q: In Ohio after I sign a contract to buy a home and escrow has started is there a window of time where I can pull out?

I signed a contract to buy a home in Ohio contingent on my parent putting down money for the down payment. Somehow the bank started escrow without receiving any money, and my parent has pulled out. I don’t have a loan that will cover the cost of the house and can no longer buy it without my... View More

Kelly A Rochotte
Kelly A Rochotte
answered on Oct 18, 2023

Check the verbiage in your purchase agreement. Specifically, see if there is a contingency on affordable or your ability to obtain financing. You didn't mention this in your question, but what is the $5k number for? My guess would be that it is earnest money; some purchase agreements will... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Employment Law for Ohio on
Q: I'm listed 10% owner of LLC that files as an S-Corp. Form 2553 lists the breakdown of ownership. The 51% partner sold

the company privately for an undisclosed price and now wants to "make me whole" by making 20 payments of $500 or $10,000 total to compensate for my 10%. That would mean the company is being valued at $100,000--equal to the salary of a current employee.

I can't accept this... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Sep 28, 2023

Your rights as a minority 10% owner are determined by the LLC's Operating Agreement and any buy-sell or other agreements. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local business law attorney to review those agreements and advise you of your options.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Ohio on
Q: Dear [Lawyer's], I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to seek your immediate legal advice and represen

There were no contract between me and the customer,

And the customer accusing me with theft and the customer been cussing on me and being racist and threatening all the time on messages and it’s all recorded.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 9, 2023

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. You are seeking representation, but attorneys here can't reach out to you. The format of this Q & A forum is not geared for solicitation or referral. You'd need to contact attorneys on your own. In addition... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts and Real Estate Law for Ohio on
Q: in Ohio, are HOA's allowed to charge finance charges? they are not a lender or creditor and yet i was charged $3.12

i was late one month and was charged a late fee of $25 which i understand is ok, but also a finance charge. there are no terms and conditions stating this charge and they are not a lender that i am borrowing money from. is this allowed and if so, why?

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Aug 7, 2023

If the full amount owed to the HOA, including finance charges, is not paid, then the HOA can record a lien and foreclose it if not paid. The judge would decide if the finance charge is allowable based on the HOA declaration and any actions taken by the HOA board of directors to implement finance... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Family Law and Adoption for Ohio on
Q: We were told getting licensed to foster/adopt was free, but now we're being charged. Please see the details.

We took training to foster to adopt. We took all of the training, did everything that was asked of us, and read everything before signing anything. They told us that we are licensed through the state of Ohio to foster to adopt. We have located several children that are up for adoption in other... View More

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Jul 28, 2023

Write the caseworker from Children Services and ask if you might qualify for a waiver based on income. It sounds like your issue is with a private provider rather than a state agency based on the facts of your question.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Ohio on
Q: I have a question about getting paid for services under a old contract that i was never paid for. Contract is in Ohio
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 6, 2023

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. Something may have gotten left off here - you could try reposting and adding a question. Do not include personal information, since this is a public forum. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Ohio on
Q: My contractor has not been to my house to finish basement in almost a year. Now they won’t answer my text messages

We signed contract in Feb 2022. He told us it would be finished my summer time. We do not have an end date on contract. We have paid them almost $35,000 and only half is done. Been texting them for 2 months and no response. Can I now tell them that is abandonment of job and request money back or... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jul 5, 2023

It might be difficult to find another contractor able and willing to get involved in the middle of the job and complete it. Another contractor might be no better. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local construction litigation attorney who can review the situation and advise you of your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Real Estate Law for Ohio on
Q: I have a land contract where since signing the agreement they have not a payment and refuse to communicate.

I know I am jumping the gun here but with no communication whatsoever or responding to certified mail request, I wanted to know ahead of time what I will need to do. I am concerned due this being the first payment, no response from them in any way, and them ignoring requests from their realtor I... View More

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Jun 24, 2023

Default may be defined by your land installment agreement. Assuming for a moment it is not, it would be any failure by a patch to fulfill a duty under that agreement. If they are late they are in default. You may exercise your statutory rights. Contact an attorney who regularly practices... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy, Contracts, Civil Litigation and Communications Law for Ohio on
Q: How can get my ex off the title of my car?

My ex and I bought a car together. I make all the payments, pay for the insurance and keep up on all maintenance. I am still making payments on the car to this day but I no longer live in the same state as when we purchased. The title is MI and I live in OH. He has since filed for bankruptcy and is... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jun 16, 2023

File a motion to have him execute the title in your divorce case as he has been relieved of liability for it by virtue of his bankruptcy.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Contracts for Ohio on
Q: How long do I have wait for a car repair to be fixed , based off a insurance claim? It's been 10 months

My car was stolen, recovered and I am still waiting for my car to be repair. Theft was in Sept 2022, car was sent to auto repair shop in 11/2022, they didn't know the car was on the lot until 03/2023, still waiting for my car and it is 06/2023 and I have still been paying car notes and car... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jun 14, 2023

This question can only be answered based upon reading whatever contract you have with the auto repair shop.

In most situations, if the auto repair shop isn’t fixing your car quickly enough for you, you should pick up the car and take it to a different auto repair shop.

But, if I...
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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Construction Law for Ohio on
Q: I would like to fire my contractor for not completing a job in a reasonable time frame.

We were told the job would be done in Feb 2023, It is now June and we are still being delayed and not scheduled. Our contractor has been "scheduling" dates to start for months but then reschedules the day before, most times without notifying us unless we reach out to them. I asked to... View More

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answered on Jun 8, 2023

Under Ohio's consumer sales practices act, it is a deceptive act for a supplier (the contractor) to allow 8 weeks to elapse without services being rendered. O.A.C. 109:4-3-09.

If the contractor messes this up, they are liable for three times your damages (amount paid) plus reasonable...
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Q: If I signed a contract with a company for exterior home improvement, how long do they have to do the work?

The paper stated that I had three days to cancel.

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answered on Jun 7, 2023

Under Ohio's consumer sales practices act, it is a deceptive act for a supplier (the contractor) to allow 8 weeks to elapse without services being rendered. O.A.C. 109:4-3-09.

If the contractor messes this up, they are liable for three times your damages (amount paid) plus reasonable...
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