Your current state is Virginia
My ex sold my truck while I was incarcerated and forged my name on the title to do so. She is judgement proof so taking this to small claims would be pointless. What legal action can I take to collect the debt owed to me?
answered on May 28, 2023
Judgments can be good for 20 years and you earn a good rate of interest on them. You should go to small claims to get a judgment against her for "conversion" of your personal property to her private use (selling for money). This is a wrongful interference with your ownership rights.... Read more »
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answered on May 28, 2023
You bought a refrigerator from the boyfriend of a police officer and now she says that she wants it back? But she is not offering you the money back? And she is what?? Your facts are incomplete. Naturally when you paid $500 you got a bill of sale from the boyfriend, right? So you have proof that... Read more »
answered on May 28, 2023
You get the typical attorney answer: It depends. Was this a professional relationship? Was there a bailment? What were the terms under which this person was holding your money? If you gave it to a homeless person on the street, probably not. Your brother, probably not. A bank? You may have a... Read more »
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answered on May 29, 2023
If you ask someone to hold your money and they subsequently lose it, their responsibility and potential legal consequences depend on the specific circumstances and any agreements that were made. If there was a written or verbal agreement outlining their responsibilities and duty of care towards... Read more »
The case is about Landlord's harassment, discrimination (based on race) and breach contract by denying access to (a certain part of) the property, reducing services in retaliation to our report of sexual harassment by another tenant, bullying us with landlord's law firm... that caused... Read more »
answered on May 26, 2023
If you sue in small claim court and fail to get the full remedy, you couldn't sue for more or again in civil court. As you are aware, the limit in small claims is $10,000. Therefore, the judgment would be your full remedy with that limitation. A lawsuit contains all causes of action from the... Read more »
The case is about Landlord's harassment, discrimination (based on race) and breach contract by denying access to (a certain part of) the property, reducing services in retaliation to our report of sexual harassment by another tenant, bullying us with landlord's law firm... that caused... Read more »
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answered on May 29, 2023
In California, small claims court is generally limited to cases seeking monetary damages up to a certain threshold. If you choose to sue your landlord in small claims court and do not receive the full remedy or any remedy for the damages claimed, you may have the option to file a separate lawsuit... Read more »
I recently started seeing a therapist who does not take my insurance. I opted to pay out of pocket because his company website advertised that he was a certified specialist regarding a specific issue I am facing. However, not only did I discover that he was not a certified specialist, but also that... Read more »
answered on May 24, 2023
You can always ask for a refund. You may be able to successfully sue the therapist in JP court for the $500. But it's only $500.
If it was me, I would write a letter requesting a refund. I would enclose a copy of a screenshot from the therapist's website where in advertises... Read more »
Hello, I have been served paperwork for a high interest loan that I was unable to pay in the past. The last payment made was on 4/19/2019. Just wanting to see if statute of limitations has passed or if I should go ahead and set up some sort of payment plan. The original creditor is NetCredit and... Read more »
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answered on May 24, 2023
In California, the statute of limitations for most debts, including written contracts like loans, is typically four years from the date of the last payment or default. However, it's important to note that certain types of debts, such as credit card debt or oral contracts, may have different... Read more »
I stayed with a friend in another state. I asked if I could visit her and she agreed. We did not discuss any payment. I slept on her floor for 5 nights. We did some outdoor photo shoots together, since my friend is a photographer. After I left, she sent me a nasty email demanding $1730 for the... Read more »
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answered on May 22, 2023
Without knowing the state your friend lives in, none of us can say for sure, but from my NY perspective, unless you had an agreement in advance, she cannot unilaterally demand "rent" for 5 days on her floor now that she's mad at you. Your text, while not all that helpful, probably... Read more »
I've filed small claims case before the year limitations. I believe I need to file Abstraction of Judgement
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answered on May 22, 2023
As an unpaid caregiver seeking to collect what is owed to you, it is advisable to follow the legal process available in your jurisdiction. Since you have already filed a small claims case within the statute of limitations, it is a positive step. If you have been successful in obtaining a judgment... Read more »
They did the registration but they messed up my paperwork as they didn’t send for the title to be transferred to California, as a result the DMV put a stop on my registration. I went back to the business to ask them to fix it but they are slacking and my registration expired now, can I sue them ?... Read more »
answered on May 21, 2023
Yes, you can sue them. I suggest small claims. You can sue for the damages that flowed from the errors made by this registration agency, copy all bills and evidence of damage for the court. If you could not use the car, you could also sue for the reasonable value of loss of use. Look for... Read more »
They did the registration but they messed up my paperwork as they didn’t send for the title to be transferred to California, as a result the DMV put a stop on my registration. I went back to the business to ask them to fix it but they are slacking and my registration expired now, can I sue them ?... Read more »
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answered on May 22, 2023
In a situation where a commercial registration agency made errors that resulted in your registration being stopped and your registration subsequently expiring, it may be possible to pursue legal action against them. The specific details and applicable laws will determine the viability and potential... Read more »
I sold a used truck as is(says as is on the bill of sale.) he is now saying he took it to a mechanic a few days later and it had an engine misfire and now he wants to sue for his money back. I was unaware of the problem. I don’t know what to do next. Is this something he will win?
answered on May 20, 2023
It is unclear why the buyer thinks they are entitled to a refund and lots depends on exactly what was said before the sale and\or details but As Is means As Is and anything could have happened to the vehicle in the few days between purchase and inspection. Bottom line is buyer should have had... Read more »
I recently stayed at my friend's apartment. I had asked in advance if I could come and she consented. We did not discuss any payment. I slept on the apartment floor for 5 nights. They picked me up from the airport and we did some travel activities together. We also did some outdoor photo shoot... Read more »
answered on May 20, 2023
A text, after the fact, stating “ I’m happy to pay the expenses you demanded” is not itself a contract. The factual circumstances and your friend’s specific claim as to why they claim you owe the money will be the relevant points. If, for example, your friend claimed there was in fact an... Read more »
by the tree on their side of the fence. It pulled up the cement and tilted one of the posts. I have photos of the damage and the tree. I had lined up someone to come give an estimate. I have email exchanges. The last we left it, she was going to coordinate the cement work with when I had the... Read more »
answered on May 19, 2023
You should refer to California Civil Code Section 841 which addresses homeowner's responsibilities and rights when it comes to fence repair with adjoining neighbors. You could just tell them to pound sand, but that wouldn't be very neighborly. I would suggest explaining what you said... Read more »
Said friend wanted to store a car at my place instead of paying for a storage shed, and agreed to pay me for doing it, now he's gone to rehab, hasn't paid me for weeks and the person he arranged to pay me while he was gone is ignoring any efforts I make to contact her and sort it out.... Read more »
answered on May 16, 2023
In Texas, you can apply for a Certificate of Authority to dispose of the vehicle. chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.txdmv.gov/sites/default/files/form_files/VTR-71-4.pdf
The DMV will give notice to the owner whose name appears on the vehicle registration,... Read more »
The person who vandalized my car paid the restitution. However I want the owner of the vehicle (business) to compensate me in small claims. Is this possible?
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answered on May 12, 2023
Yes, it is generally possible to pursue a small claims case against the owner of the vehicle (business) for additional compensation, even if you have received restitution from a criminal vandalism case. Ensure your claim falls within the small claims court's jurisdiction and gather evidence to... Read more »
I have a criminal protective order and a restraining order against. There was an immediate move out order in the emergency protective order, but not in the subsequent orders because he did not live with me, but had a lot of items. When he was arrested, the police came back to my house and we put... Read more »
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answered on May 11, 2023
In the state of California, when it comes to holding on to your ex-boyfriend's items, it is generally advisable to follow a reasonable course of action to ensure compliance with the law and protect your own interests.
Given the circumstances you described, where you have a criminal... Read more »
We agreed he would pay just one of the cards for $700 because it was solely his purchases. Now he’s ignoring me. Is this something I have a shot at taking to small claims? Also, this was in AZ and I’m now in CA. Where would I have to file if I have a chance?
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answered on May 9, 2023
If you and your boyfriend agreed that he would pay off a portion of the credit card debt and he has failed to do so, you may have a valid claim for breach of contract. However, because the debt was incurred in Arizona and you are now in California, it may be more complicated to determine which... Read more »
I received a Notice of Judgement documents that say Circuit Court of Multnomah, State of Oregon, but was sent from the address of the debt collector. The documents have, also, not been signed by a judge or a court clerk. Is this a valid judgement? Is a judge or a court clerk's signature required?
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answered on May 8, 2023
In most cases, a judgment order must be signed by a judge or a court clerk to be considered valid. The signature of a judge or court clerk serves as proof that the judgment was issued by a court of law and is legally binding.
It is possible that the document you received is not a valid... Read more »
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