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We also provide rides to medical appointments for seniors in our community. Sometimes the riders going to the medical appointments want to tip the volunteer drivers. Is this allowed? Could the volunteer drivers accept the tips if they are given to the organization and not kept personally?
answered on Nov 20, 2024
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. If you want a meaningful legal answer in terms of the significance of this as income or other attributes, you could repost under "Employment Law." From a PRACTICALITY standpoint, such things are done all... View More 
I've initiated a divorce pictures of black eye forged note denied restraining order, landlord stole my money and turned off utilities, no anti harassment orders, my Rv was stolen with all my belongings first call police willing to help second call " civil issue" I need to file... View More
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answered on Oct 18, 2024
I'm really sorry you're going through all of this. It might help to connect with local legal aid organizations that can offer guidance and possibly represent you at a lower cost or for free. They can help you understand your rights and navigate the complexities of the court system.... View More
I left Verizon, we had two phones that we had promotional credits for, I had asked the rep for the final pay off amount so I could pay it and take the phones, he said there was no balance I would have to just pay my last monthly bill. I double checked him many times. 3 weeks later they send me a... View More
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answered on Oct 11, 2024
It sounds like you're dealing with a frustrating situation. If the Verizon representative told you there was no balance to pay off your phones, and you relied on that information to make your decisions, you may have a valid argument that they should honor what was originally stated. However,... View More
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answered on Oct 10, 2024
When dealing with a sink repair in your apartment, it's important to first identify the source of the problem. If the issue stems from normal wear and tear, such as a leaking faucet or a clogged drain, the responsibility typically falls on the landlord to address and cover the repair costs.... View More
I loaned my girlfriend 75k about 6.5 years ago. She needed to borrow for 2 years. We have since broken up, and she is paying very little amounts and avoiding payments. She tricked me out of most of the money she owed me, but still owes me 38k
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answered on Oct 10, 2024
I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation. Even without a written contract, you may have other forms of evidence such as bank statements, text messages, or emails that show the loan agreement. Start by documenting all communications and transactions related to the loan to strengthen... View More
I hired Cabinet refinishing company and Floor refinishing company. Cabinet refinishing company finished painting the cabinet boxes. The next day floor refinishing company came and refinished the floor. But in the process they dented and scratched cabinet box that got finished. So the Cabinet... View More
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answered on Sep 18, 2024
It seems like you are handling the situation in a reasonable way by withholding payment to the floor company until the issue is resolved. Since you hired both companies separately, each is responsible for their own work and damages. You should not have to pay for the extra repairs caused by the... View More
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answered on Sep 18, 2024
If someone has left the state with a car that is under a joint loan and refuses to refinance to remove you, you still have a few options to explore. Since your name remains on the loan, you're still responsible for payments, which could affect your credit if they’re missed. You could try... View More
Under my original driver's license number name then I get a new driver's license number for some reason nobody can tell me why and all that information is now involting out in Nolan void and I'm having to do IIAD and I shouldn't have to because it states that I had a license... View More
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answered on Sep 14, 2024
It sounds like you’re facing a frustrating situation with your driver's license. If you completed your treatment and had your license reinstated until 2020, there seems to be a mistake in how your records were handled when you were issued a new driver's license number. This could be why... View More
took someone to small claims and they didn't show up, I was awarded a judgement, the guy had a revocable trust and has died. this is in Washington state.
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answered on Sep 8, 2024
When you win a small claims judgment against someone who has passed away and had a revocable trust, things can get more complicated. Since the individual is deceased, you’ll need to pursue the claim against their estate. The revocable trust may become irrevocable upon death, and assets in that... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
When an account holder passes away, the water company typically cannot refuse payment on the account. The responsibility for settling the deceased person's debts, including utility bills, usually falls to the estate. The executor of the estate should contact the water company to inform them of... View More
I occasionally search my name on the internet and this website, 411.info has my address listed on their site. They want me to pay to remove it. As a single disabled senior lady, this has me very concerned.
answered on Aug 24, 2024
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Unfortunately, it is difficult to control privacy of personal information these days. A starting point could be to contact agencies in your state that deal with consumer rights, communications, and privacy - to... View More
I had a lab test taken, in feb 2023, and it was read incorrectly, for 1 yr 4 months I had the pretense that I had recurring shingles virus, this caused me much stress ( not needed ) . I also had an mri performed checking for possible nerve or infection from recurring shingles, and was referred... View More
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answered on Jun 15, 2024
If a medical facility misread your lab report, leading to unnecessary stress, treatments, and significant medical bills, you may have legal recourse. Medical professionals have a duty of care to provide accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment. When errors occur, especially those leading to... View More
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
If your car was wrongfully impounded, it's important to understand your rights and the steps you can take to address this situation. Firstly, gather all relevant documentation, including any proof of ownership, registration, and insurance, as well as any parking or driving receipts that may... View More
answered on Feb 23, 2024
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. In general, discrimination claims are based on certain classes - gender, age, national origin, religion, etc. If you reached out to Washington civil rights attorneys, they could probably advise more definitively.... View More
What are my rights?
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answered on Sep 28, 2023
If you have a promissory letter stating you are entitled to a 1% share of net sales cash upon the sale of a resort, the specifics of the letter and the circumstances under which it was issued will determine your rights.
Hello my name is Lawrence I was receiving unemployment today I received a letter from the unemployment security department saying that I have an overpayment between Feb 2, 2020 to sept 4, 2021 I read that a lot of people are having this problem with unenployment I worked for my money I did nothing... View More
answered on Sep 1, 2023
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Your question may have gone unnoticed under the general "Uncategorized" heading. Some questions go unanswered here. But you could try reposting and adding "Employment Law" as a category. Good luck
answered on Jun 28, 2023
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. That could be a difficult order. Attorneys often work on contingency with accident claims or collection matters, where the arrangement lends itself to a percentage of a sum recovered. But you could ask around -... View More
My parked car was sideswiped by a city sanitation truck. They accepted responsibility. The damages were $16,500 so it totaled my car.
Their insurance is offering me $8,000. I do not accept this. They caused damages and should pay for the damages in full. What can I do if anything?
The interviewer ask me how did you get you green card? I asked to repeat the question. He asked me was it through family?
answered on Dec 20, 2020
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question post remains open for four weeks. There's no guarantee that every question is picked up, but you could try reposting under the Employment Law and Employment Discrimination categories. Good luck
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answered on Aug 29, 2020
You hit them all. Those three are what would be covered in a first-year law school torts class. You could go on to identify other types of liability on different levels, such as vicarious liability, joint and several liability, enterprise liability, etc. But those are conceptually different and... View More
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