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I had tree work done in my back yard. Contractor asked where septic was when doing the estimate I let the contractor know that my septic was in the front yard. Come to find out I was wrong and it was in the back yard and got damaged during the tree work. At the bottom of their estimate sheet it... View More 
answered on Oct 25, 2024
A Kentucky attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Until you're able to consult with a local attorney, my general analysis is that a court would side with the contractor. This is because (1) the contractor's disclaimer is clear and reasonable, (2) the... View More
it says I need to pay in full or minimum monthly payment of $250 by December 10th, or will put a lien on my social security number. my question is, How long does that process actually take for them to put a lien on my social security #? I don't want them to take my income taxes. I'm a... View More
answered on Dec 1, 2023
There's no real way to know how long this action would take, because we're talking about government. however, you should assume now that that your tax refund will be taken by the state. If nothing else, pay the first $250.00 because that might delay things a bit. Figure out an alternative... View More
March-June, sewage has been raining into my apartment's laundry area, specifically from the apartment upstairs' toilet when they flush. There is mold, and of course human waste coming down into my unit. Landlord was notified in March and after many requests through messages, nothing gas been fixed
answered on Jun 18, 2024
It really depends on what other evidence, if any, he has and whether you were constructively evicted from your rental. You will probably at least be given a hearing.
We had significant hail damage in June. Our contractor completed all tasks except replacing our gutters. He will not answer phone calls or texts. What are my options?
KY Attorneys Only: *cannot afford attorney, SAHM* MCM has been trying to sue me for cc debt for over a yr. I answered the summons, and everything else like I’m supposed to and never heard back for almost a year. My circuit court sent me a notice to dismiss due to MCM lack of prosecution in a... View More
answered on Nov 30, 2023
There are people in your town who know what to do. Lawyers. Hire one, because no amount of internet questions and answers is going to get you to the level of knowledge you will need to successfully represent yourself at trial.
I bought a 3br mobile home when me and my wife split up, it was on my friends property they said I could leave it there until they got a double wide that they wanted to put there. About 7-8 months later they served me with an eviction notice an lied to the judge about who the property belonged to.... View More
Went to big name store to cash check made to me on behalf of child..the check was from the store claims dept. was told couldn't cash until certain time but they were obviously open..and they are a big corporation..also the check is not large...the check had 1 letter misspelled in my last name... View More
answered on Jul 15, 2023
Unfortunately, check cashing is a privilege, not a right. Hence, it does not rise to the k look Evelyn of discrimination.
I have solely financially supported her in vet visits, training programs, food, toys everything she needs. My name is on all of her records with the vet, rescue, training, day care.
answered on Jun 2, 2023
No. But if you can’t agree on time with the puppy, you will have to file a civil suit for the court to determine parenting time.
A former friend had my card saved on their Xbox account and asked if they could use it to purchase something. I gave permission to use it for purchasing one thing, but not 10+ things. We both were in agreement that they would pay me back in full. (This person has a restraining order from their ex... View More
answered on Jun 2, 2023
Take a criminal complaint against them for Fraudulent Use if a Credit Card in your local district court.
Fraudulent listing on marketplace fraudulent mileage. Nothing works, states 1 owner. I’m the 10 th!! Mileage is less than in 2016. Frame is full of holes and rust. I’ve driven it 6 miles. I’m 64 and on a fixed income and boy am I stupid!! I’m out 2k for the truck $700 for uhaul , hotel... View More
answered on Jan 19, 2023
You should be able to sue him in small claims court in the county where the transaction took place. Save all your records and communications with him. You can hire a lawyer, but that may end up costing you more than the car is worth. They have small claims packets at the courthouse so you can file... View More
In 2020 during the height of covid and the winter storm that year I was really evicted and had three cats at the time. I had a "friend" offer to house my cats and then a month later offered to let me move in with them as well. On Father's Day that year I was gone all day and when I... View More
answered on Dec 29, 2022
You can file a civil suit against the roommate and whomever else sold, damaged, destroyed or gave away your property.
She did not advise me she did this until 24 hours later because the said reason she says she had to wash them was due to animal hair and smoke smell, which is a complete lie. I asked why she did not contact me immediately when her husband returned with them if they were in that alleged condition.... View More
answered on Aug 18, 2022
Don’t refund anything unless there is some merit to her claim. Otherwise, call her bluff.
I have the online banking feature however I have never used where you can deposit a check via picture. Attempted to Tom's to do it and it said the photos were blurry however it said it also would take 3 to 5 business days. I needed the money immediately therefore I went straight to the bank... View More
answered on Apr 28, 2022
If you received the money twice, you are responsible for repaying it.
I was arrested for dismissed violation in a different county than the issued dvo was filed and my rights weren't read to me. Truck was towed and if i didn't violate can i get compensation for my jail time and impound fee
Also would this be small claim court sueing for non payment of $4000.00
Also I never signed a consent form for her to work. Can I sue them?
I was contacted by a company on Monday 10/18/2021 called "Assurance Legal Proceedings" via phone stating that they are filing a claim against me in my county for attempt to defraud a loan company. They also said that they have contracted a location service to find me and serve me with... View More
She was in and out of the hospital from birth to 6 months the doctors said she was not gaining weight even thoe she was fed every 2 hours. I had the doctors cause so many problems to the point that cps was called everything was unfounded but it's still the point of everything that has happened... View More
answered on Oct 8, 2021
A Kentucky attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for five weeks. There wasn't a question included in your post, but it seems fairly clear that you're wondering about your legal rights relating to your infant's medical care. One option here would be to reach out to... View More
My son (7years old) and a neighbor kid (10-11 years old) were playing with a group of kids and the boy was hitting my son in the face with a soccer ball and my son went to kick the kid to get him to stop and the kids phone fell out and broke, and the boys mom said they have a family member who saw... View More
Have the owner on video saying he'd get it or multiple times and he never did, now he wants to make payments to me but I don't believe him.
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