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i don't see why i have to leave my job... just because i got hurt at work or because my lawyer say so... i don't find that fear...
answered on Aug 27, 2017
Settlement is voluntary. If you don't want to settle your claim you don't have to settle. Similarly, if the employer/carrier is not interested in a settlement proposal, they do not have to take it. You don't have to settle your claim, but if you choose to do so, many... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2017
Yes, you can take her to court.....not really small claims court..but orphans court.
answered on Jun 5, 2017
Yes, the account can be attached unless you can show that the funds in the account are exempt funds.
In his reply, the defendant engages in dishonest conduct, obstruct the discovery process and make a series of lies.
I have clear evidence for it.
How can I claim a default judgment? To whom to address such a request?
answered on Apr 20, 2017
You cannot obtain a default judgment after the defendant had answered your complaint. If the facts are clear, you can move for summary judgment as a matter of law based on documents and affidavits.
answered on Mar 30, 2017
Yes: "The judicial system of Pennsylvania embraces the idea that access to the Courts is a fundamental right of all Pennsylvanians."
Note, however: "Self-represented litigants are held to the same standards as attorneys admitted to the bar of the Commonwealth of... View More
i received a ticket while driving a company vehicle for the vehicle not being properly registered . Can I sue in small claims?
answered on Feb 8, 2017
Between you and your employer. I don't see anyone to sue. As to the company, depends on if this was a vehicle that you used exclusively or they did and you only took it out periodically. You can try to get the company to pay.
We paid our taxes last year and they were refunded back to us and told our mortgage co pd them. We do not have an escrow acct. so i called the mortgage co and they said they would not do that and didnt pay for us. Quite a mystery. A year later we get a package in the mail from a company we never... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2017
Depends who they are. There are two theories--one is called "unjust enrichment" and the other is called "volunteer"
See if a friendly local attorney will look at the documents and figure out your legal responsibilities. Morally, most would say clearly they didn't... View More
I had a $3000 dollar laptop that was only 8 moths old. I was staying in a best western hotel and they had a leake that distorted my laptop. I sent it in for repair under there request and they said it was no repairable. The hotel said there insurance company said the laptop was only worth $1230... View More
answered on Jan 26, 2017
Check to see what value of a used laptop is. That is your value. Even though it was in "like new" condition, the law says insurance companies only have to reimburse for the market value of a computer of that make,model,configuration that is 8 months used. Check to see that they included... View More
He gave me permission to store my stuff at his garage after we had a fight he calls me and says he wants it out immediately or its getting trashed. It's basically all my furniture for my home. Legally can he just throw my stuff away? Do I have a certain amount of time by law to get my things?... View More
answered on Jan 25, 2017
He wasn't charging you so no, you don't have time.Get someone to help you and move it or he can trash it.He has no obligation to wait.
Her boyfriend cheated on her with me and I had no idea until yesterday. Even though I'm completely done with the guy, Today she tried to start a fight but since I'm 18 I didn't know if I could fight back.
answered on Dec 7, 2016
Yours is the age old problem of being a few months older and, fortunately a bit wiser. If she attacks you you can defend yourself, but self defense is not an easy defense as proportionality and duty to retreat issues always come up. Plus, as an 18 year old you would get tried as an adult. Adult... View More
My house is attached to an abandoned house. I have squirrels in my walls and a mice infestation because the bank has failed to take care of the property. The pipes had burst (which the water was coming up through my basement) and I had the township turn off the water, but I'm sure... View More
answered on Dec 6, 2016
Yes, you can bring a nuissance action. Whether it's worth it and what it costs are things you need to discuss with an attorney who handles those things.
You would need at some point to have estimators to discuss what it would cost to fix.
Was my ex's car, I had permission from her, and her mother (policy holder) the issue is now we broke up, and they are harassing me for the 500 dollars for deductible, but the insurance agents said I was under no obligation to pay that it falls solely to the insurance policy holder, now they... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2016
You do. The driver is primarily responsible. Insurance follows the car. If you had a car and insurance, the ex's insurance would be up first, yours second. But when it comes to non-covered items you are responsible for the deductible.
You also want to be a stand up guy, and a stand up... View More
Every mailbox in the neighborhood is attached the house. I have lived there for 3 years without incident or warning about my dog-only that drivers uncomfortable with my dog chasing will skip my house (and I have been FINE with this). This new driver gunned it without caution or common sense as I... View More
answered on Oct 30, 2016
News I'm sure to the Justice Department. It is not a Federal Agency, but it is a Federal Commission. Your post mistress needs to understand who pays her paycheck. Suggest you contact your congressperson and US senators. Your claim is for the damage to your property, if any. Unfortunately your... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2016
Give him notice.Or ship to an address if you have one?Depends on amount.You need to tell him he will be billed.
answered on Sep 16, 2016
Yes. However each county has different levels for the amount of money a DJ or Magisterial District Judge can give. I would suggest that they like to see a formal letter asking for repayment. You would address it to the person, recite the facts (no adjectives or discussion of how you feel--just... View More
I sold a vehicle to a co-worker/friend for $1000 (below book value) with a verbal agreement that he would make payments every week until it was paid off. He assured me he wanted to pay it off quickly and made a $150 payment the first week after transferred the title to him (as if it were a gift.)... View More
answered on Aug 22, 2016
You can sue on an oral agreement especially if you both acted in accordance with it. Sue him in small claims for where you both made the agreement or where he lives (each DJ has a certain territory they cover or "jurisdiction" so you need to ask to be sure).
My 90-year-old mother's lawyer recommended that she have 50% of her property signed over to me and my three brothers in order to make sure that "ownership didn't go to the city", as he had apparently put it. Besides the obvious "Capital Gain Tax" issues that may arise... View More
answered on Aug 13, 2016
Were it not for the lawsuit you could simply execute a new deed transferring the property back to your mother. Even with the lawsuit you can do that. However, you still must get out of the lawsuit. If you have insurance, the insurance company's lawyer will file a Motion to have you removed.... View More
If a wife has been issued a judgement for credit card debt, and everything she has is joint with her husband, what can be done?
answered on Aug 7, 2016
Generally no. If someone is harassing on collections, get in the habbit of writing down a note on each call--time, who called
what they said in as exact words as possible. But with a judgement on the loose may be a problem with bank accounts, her wages, so wife should get a consult with an... View More
I witnessed the entire episode from my balcony. The person using the lawnmower lost control of the machine on the curb and it slid under the front end of my car. He immediately began dragging the lawnmower out from under my car. I heard a loud crack and asked him what was he doing he said... View More
answered on Jun 27, 2016
I assume that your car was lawfully parked, and that there was not a malfunction of the lawnmower. If so, the landscaper would clearly be responsible. Your landlord may or may not be responsible. The landscaper is an "independent contractor," which would ordinarily mean that the... View More
answered on May 18, 2013
First you need to make a complaint with the airlines. Each airline has a process for this. Go to the EVA website and get information on terms of service and filing a claim. Then file your claim. The airlines probably has a limit for claims - they are not just going to fork over $2500. You may... View More
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