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answered on May 27, 2016
Generally, the statute of limitations on judgments is 20 years, with another 20 years if requested by the owed party. You're likely still on the hook. Sorry.
person one is keeping a vehicle of person 2 (the real owner) will not give it back because he said person 2 owes him money. can person 2 just go get the vehicle?
answered on May 25, 2016
I'm afraid the answer is "it depends," especially if the car is placed on private property. Contact the Stafford County Sheriff's Office and be prepared to show them the paperwork. If that doesn't work, speak with a local attorney to take it through the court system. I... View More 
Screen replaced, then was inresponsive hours later. Took it back they fixed again then, week later repeats itself. Believe I called them to fix again.. Then before I could I broke the screen dancing. Figuring they won't replace a screen I broke, I decided to take it else where. The man who... View More
answered on May 19, 2016
Potentially. You should seek out a local attorney to discuss the specifics of your case, the cause of action that should be filed, and how best to pursue.
hearing we are a military family. My husband is the active component what do I do? I was not served the papers they were in the mail and it has no case #
answered on May 18, 2016
There is a section of law called the "Servicemembers Civil Relief Act" that provides some protections as far as court appearances are concerned. Since this is coming up fast, you want to contact a general practice / debt protection attorney in your area ASAP to help defend your case. If... View More
Oral contract via phone, has been 9 years since I heard from these people, claimed they sent notices to an address I have not lived at for 9 years, not one phone call or message received. Mediator claims the company is taking me to court 9 years after they stopped receiving money from me. I am in... View More
answered on Apr 26, 2016
You really should reach out to a Consumer Protection attorney based on what you just stated, as they may have violated Federal Law.
I signed a contract with a college saying that If I live in Z area, I must purchase a dining of X size or greater. I previously did not buy a dining plan due to me living in area Y. I moved into Z area late in the semester. The college then charged my account for a dining plan that is smaller than... View More
answered on Apr 21, 2016
Under your thinking then, they should just charge you X size plan, full price, as that is what you agreed to. Does that work better or worse for you?
There were exceptions but I didn't fit any that I saw but I'm not a lawyer. It seems unfair to forgive the loans and then make it an incredible amount to tax. The same hardship should not make it income in some cases. I'm ready to have the original 77,710.00 active again. It's... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2016
Yes, Congress in its infinite wisdom, chose to treat the forgiveness of debt as income for tax purposes, despite the liquidity problem that comes with a taxpayer being so broke a bank won't chase them for money, but then hitting a broke person with a big income tax bill. But they do it... View More
The person who could end up in jail has no valid license as well and no insurance on the vehicle, they just have their name on the title as well, just wondering if they can be removed without their consent signature since they would be in jail
answered on Mar 9, 2016
This is not a criminal law question, it is a consumer law question.
I reserved a vehicle at the Richmond, VA airport location. When I arrived, the agent told me the vehicle had already been rented. The staff got me going and said it would be fine. I find out through my Enterprise app, that the car they rented was in my name, not the actual renter's. All of... View More
answered on Feb 14, 2016
If you have not sustained any damage as a result of your situation, you likely do not have a case for legal action. However, you might want to contact a civil litigator for a consultation.
answered on Oct 27, 2015
Have you asked the lender? They are the ones to ask about this.
answered on Aug 3, 2015
It may depend on how they explained the estimate. A local lawyer can verify based on the specifics of what was said.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is... View More
I signed an personal guarante contract for an ex employer, who went out of business. Am I responsible for paying?
answered on Jul 4, 2014
We would need to see the personal guarantee document. However, in general, by signing a personal guarantee, you are promising the lender that you will pay the debt if the borrower defaults.
Was unable to pick up suit for four months, but stayed in constant communication with owner of dry cleaners, and was assured that they would hold to suit. However, when I went to pick up suit i was told it was donated. No warning of donation was given prior, and no records of donation were... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2011
You could sue based under a tort and a contract theory. There are also consumer protection laws that might apply. Unless it was a $5,000 suit, it probably is not worth hiring an attorney.
Try to work something out with the dry cleaner. It is likely that an answer to "where/when/why... View More
No promise of work was made to this contractor. He claims that he brought an engineer to survey the site and that the engineer must be paid $350 for his time. The home owner did not authorize any expenditure. Is this contractor or the engineer within their legal rights to expect to be paid?
answered on Jan 31, 2011
Generally no, but there are exceptions. None of your options are good though. $350 is generally not worth hiring an attorney. If you pay, you will never get the money back. If you do not pay you might be sued. You might want to pay for a 1/2 hour of a junior attorneys' time to advise you... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2011
Retailers have the right to set terms and conditions of refunds within their own establishment. Many retailers will also reserve the right to deny refunds in any circumstance they deem appropriate. Look at your receipt and the refund policies at the store. If you appear to be on solid ground you... View More
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