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I have filed my answer with a debt collector with a motion to dismiss with prejudice. I want to pay and get it over with I am even willing to pay the amount that they ask but they will not give me a written agreement stating that I will no longer owe anything to them regarding this debt. What do I... View More 
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answered on Mar 19, 2024
In your situation, it's important to proceed with caution. Never agree to pay a debt without a written agreement, as this document is your proof that the debt will be cleared upon payment. You need this to ensure they won't claim you still owe money later.
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There are many broken laws that have been discovered and I have been requested to meet with their mediation team to get payment for their wrong doings.
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answered on Jan 31, 2024
Whether you need your own lawyer for mediation with a bank largely depends on the complexity of the situation and your comfort level with handling legal matters. If there are many broken laws involved and significant wrongdoing by the bank, having your own attorney can be beneficial.
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In Utah, is it legal to add a 20% automatic gratuity to bar tabs left open at the end of the night when there is conspicuous signage at every register? We aim to ensure our service staff, who earn $2.13/hour, are compensated. We pre-authorize cards and allow adjustments to the gratuity the next... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
In Utah, adding a 20% automatic gratuity to open bar tabs is generally permissible if patrons are clearly informed about this policy beforehand. This practice is often employed to ensure fair compensation for service staff, especially when tabs remain open at the end of the night. To implement this... View More
I took my car to the dealer for a recall related to a leaking oil feed pipe. The dealer had the car for three weeks and told me it was ready, but I later found out it wasn't fixed. When I called a few days later for the paperwork, they informed me the repair had not been done. They gave no... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
It sounds like you’ve experienced significant inconvenience due to the dealership’s failure to complete the necessary recall repair. The first thing you should do is contact the dealership in writing, formally requesting reimbursement for the rental car costs incurred during the extended repair... View More
I took my car in for a recall fix at a dealership, and they held the car for nearly three weeks. They claimed it was ready, but a week later, I found out they didn't fix anything. The recall was supposed to address an oil feed pipe leak that poses a fire hazard. They blamed a worker and... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
It’s understandable that you’re frustrated with the dealership’s failure to complete the recall repair, especially since it’s a safety issue. The first step is to contact the dealership in writing and formally request reimbursement for the rental car costs you incurred due to their failure... View More
I'm a bar owner in Park City and we're handling a large number of open tabs each weekend due to pre-authorizing credit cards and returning them to customers. Many don't close their tabs. We've considered adding an automatic gratuity if the tab isn't closed by the end of the... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
Yes, in Utah, you can legally add an automatic gratuity to open tabs at your bar, provided you follow specific guidelines. According to Utah Admin. Code R865-19S-94, if a gratuity is mandatory and included on a patron's bill, it is considered a service charge and is subject to sales tax.... View More
I was pulled over because an officer ran my plates and it indicated I didn't have insurance; however, my insurance was valid, and I have proof from my agent. During the stop, the officer informed me that my license was suspended and that I was required to have a breathalyzer in the vehicle,... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
I’m really sorry you’re facing this—it’s stressful trying to make sense of everything when it feels like the system is stacked against you. The fact that your insurance was valid is a strong point in your favor. If the stop was based on a database error, you can present written proof from... View More
I am 21 years old and live with my parents, who pay for my phone. They use the app Quistodio to monitor my phone usage and can lock my phone completely or restrict it to select apps. I believe I am listed as a user on their phone plan. I have offered to contribute financially, but my mother... View More
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answered on Mar 27, 2025
From a legal perspective, your situation involves property rights since your parents own and pay for the phone service. When someone owns a device and pays for the service, they typically have the legal right to control how that property is used, even if the user is an adult. This applies to the... View More
I am seeking legal assistance regarding a wrongful wage garnishment related to an old debt associated with a vehicle purchase. The vehicle, a lemon, became inoperable the year I purchased it, and I have not possessed it for well over the statute of limitations period in Utah. Despite this, a debt... View More
answered on Mar 7, 2025
You should hire a lawyer to sue the debt collector as you have some pretty substantial damages. Looks like a pretty easy case to prove on your part.
I paid a photographer to take photos in two separate sessions. There were no contracts involved, she took my photos and I paid her for her services both times. She messaged me last night stating that she put my photos into a magazine that she created, and is going to sell them for profit at the... View More
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answered on Jul 31, 2024
You have every right to be upset about this situation. When you pay a photographer for their services and there is no explicit contract detailing the use of the photos, it's generally understood that the photos are for your personal use. The photographer should have asked for your permission... View More
I feel like this is a money laundering scam. How can I verify this?
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
Yes, an online bank can issue a cashier's check, but it's essential to ensure its legitimacy to avoid potential scams. To verify if a cashier's check is genuine, start by contacting the issuing bank directly using a phone number from their official website, not from the check itself.... View More
Debt collector gave me fake account number. original clinic said that the account number they gave me isn’t the one they have on file. The clinic gave me the actual account number that the collection agency has. I then called back the collection agency and then said that account number and it... View More
answered on Mar 17, 2024
Get in touch with a consumer protection attorney and see if they will offer a free consultation. Make sure to keep all potential evidence you have available for the attorney to review.
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answered on Oct 24, 2023
In Utah, you can potentially sue a company for using pictures of something you built without crediting you, but the outcome depends on various factors. For personalized legal advice tailored to your unique circumstances, it's advisable to consult with an attorney.
If one learns one has been named a defendant in a federal civil suit prior to actually being served (say, for instance, by coming across the complaint while reading other cases), does the 21-day "clock" start counting down to respond from the moment one first becomes aware one is a... View More
Old RC Willey account. $2000 original. Now $21000 They wont return inquiries for help or info.
answered on May 23, 2023
Look into filing a motion to set aside the judgment for failure to serve. Review the court file to see how they claim served.
answered on Aug 24, 2021
It depends upon the provision in question. Many portions of the nonprofit act provide, “unless the governing documents provided otherwise…”
Ditech bought my loan. They were given all of my escrow in early September that was due in November. I didn’t know Ditech never paid my taxes or insurance until I received a notic that my house was going to be auctioned off. I had to prove to Ditech that it was their responsibility to pay it.... View More
answered on Jul 3, 2021
Check google patents.
If the patent has not published or granted it won't be found.
Consult with an attorney.
The company is HP
answered on Dec 4, 2020
I your issue is with unsolicited marketing emails, the CAN-SPAM Act governs email marketing conduct. Here is a link to more information about the law:
https://www.ftc.gov/tips-advice/business-center/guidance/can-spam-act-compliance-guide-business
Good luck!
Per the contract it says they have 7 days to arrange financing from date of sale, and if they are unable to I may rescind the contract within 14 days from date of purchase. I went in to the dealership on 9/25 to see if they had arranged financing and if not I wanted my vehicle back. This resulted... View More
answered on Sep 29, 2020
Contracts are designed to handle issues that may come up in the future related to a transaction. Unfortunately, no contract can handle everything and human error can cause problems for the contract. The information you gave so far leaves room for multiple arguments on what should happen in your... View More
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