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Do I have a lawsuit or small claims court case ?

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
I would need more details to understand what happened here but you can make a claim in small claims court from the little you provided here. 
I would need more details to understand what happened here but you can make a claim in small claims court from the little you provided here. 

How do I recover my down payment if not on deed

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
You can make a demand on him and then follow up with a lawsuit. Depending on the circumstances, you may have a case for unjust enrichment or breach of contract or possibly other claims as well.  
You can make a demand on him and then follow up with a lawsuit. Depending on the circumstances, you may have a case for unjust enrichment or breach... Read More

I have been on state insurance for 8 years and now my neighbor wants me to inherit her house and belongings. So will the state take it away from me.

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
If the giftor had taken HUSKY D would the assets of the estate of your friend be taken.  Otherwise,  your assets are not up for grabs by the state until after you die.  At that time, they will collect.  Simple solution: Don't die. 
If the giftor had taken HUSKY D would the assets of the estate of your friend be taken.  Otherwise,  your assets are not up for grabs by... Read More

I wonder if my employer is lying and vaguely threatening me.

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employee Benefits
You should consult with an employment attorney. Something sounds very fishy here and you may have a claim.  
You should consult with an employment attorney. Something sounds very fishy here and you may have a claim.  

Can I sue my conservator for stealing my social security checks

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
Contact your Probate Court and request a hearing. 
Contact your Probate Court and request a hearing. 

Can there be a court judgment for someone who fraudulently forged your name to parent plus loans but is now deceased

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
I'm not certain I understand your question.  If you have the documents that were forged, it should be possible with the assistance of legal counsel to try and unwind the parent plus loan.  As for the letter, that is very doable as well.  Please contact us for further assistance in handling this issue. 203.870.6700  ... Read More
I'm not certain I understand your question.  If you have the documents that were forged, it should be possible with the assistance of legal... Read More

Is there a post-nuptial agreement in Connecticut? Will it work in case of divorce?

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
Yes. Post-nuptual agreements are contracts that are enforceable in Connecticut and would get full faith and credit in other states as well. Please contact me if you wish assistance in negotiating, drafting and executing a post-nuptual agreement. 203.870.6700
Yes. Post-nuptual agreements are contracts that are enforceable in Connecticut and would get full faith and credit in other states as well. Please... Read More

need to know the steps on taking a divorce, possible mediation

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
My office regularly handles divorce mediation.  However, if your spouse is abusive, the process can be problematic and you might wish to explore some other options as well.  Please feel free to contact me, preferably with your spouse, if you wish to discus the mediation process. 203.870.6700... Read More
My office regularly handles divorce mediation.  However, if your spouse is abusive, the process can be problematic and you might wish to explore... Read More

How can I find out if I have a case against a police officer for harassment and threatening?

Answered 3 years and 8 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
I am very sorry this happened to you.  I do not see a case here for a lawyer however.  The wellness check is procedural.  If the police continue to contact you, you may wish to have an attorney with you for any questioning.  
I am very sorry this happened to you.  I do not see a case here for a lawyer however.  The wellness check is procedural.  If the... Read More

Can I sue will executor for not following will instructions

Answered 3 years and 8 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
You need to retain a probate attorney in your jurisdiction for advice. Most states provide that the surviving spouse has a life estate in the marital home which the will cannot override. Once you pass your one half interest would pass to your beneficiaries under your will, and the other half would pass to your deceased wife's son. Of course this is speculation because each state has its own laws. Accordingly, you need to retain a board certified Connecticut lawyer for advice.    ... Read More
You need to retain a probate attorney in your jurisdiction for advice. Most states provide that the surviving spouse has a life estate in the marital... Read More

I have a lien on my home I’m being sued for

Answered 3 years and 8 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
You still may have options like chapter 7 bankruptcy coupled with a 522f motion to strip the lien provided you are elgible.  Please contact me with more details.  I think I might be able to help.  203.870.6700
You still may have options like chapter 7 bankruptcy coupled with a 522f motion to strip the lien provided you are elgible.  Please contact me... Read More

I need help getting my money back from a car place

Answered 3 years and 8 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
You need a consumer defense attorney.  Was the car under warranty? Did you notify them in writing of the problems and give them a chance to fix it? It might fall under lemon law act.  The best attorneys for this type of matter are either Eric Lindh Foster and/ or Dan Blinn.  Good luck... Read More
You need a consumer defense attorney.  Was the car under warranty? Did you notify them in writing of the problems and give them a chance to fix... Read More

need a death certificate from florida none relative

Answered 3 years and 8 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
contact vital statistics at the town hall in the jurisdiction of the decedent or the probate court. 
contact vital statistics at the town hall in the jurisdiction of the decedent or the probate court. 

Do I have a case against a huge company in North America that is located across the street from (my home (zoned residential)for years we have beenV

Answered 3 years and 8 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
I understand that your neighborhood is zoned residential.  What is the zoning across the street?  How did the company move in? Did they get a variance? Did you object at the time?
I understand that your neighborhood is zoned residential.  What is the zoning across the street?  How did the company move in? Did they get... Read More

I need a lawyer to file a small claims matter asap - I was the tenant

Answered 3 years and 8 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
We may be able to help you.  Were you ever given an itemized list explaining the use of the security deposit?  Do you have photos of the area before you left.  We can be reached at 203.870.6700
We may be able to help you.  Were you ever given an itemized list explaining the use of the security deposit?  Do you have photos of the... Read More

How difficult is it to amend a revocable trust that I created, to be funded upon my death?

Answered 3 years and 9 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Estate Planning
You should contact your estate attorney and discuss the pricing with them for the update/ edit.  It should not be very difficult at all. 
You should contact your estate attorney and discuss the pricing with them for the update/ edit.  It should not be very difficult at all. 

Can I pursue cvs pharmacy

Answered 3 years and 9 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
Were you injured?  Did you sustain any permanent injuries.  Did you seek medical help after?  You have no case if there are no injuries.  If you believe you have mental distress,  you would still need to substantiate your mental injuries with doctor records.  ... Read More
Were you injured?  Did you sustain any permanent injuries.  Did you seek medical help after?  You have no case if there are no... Read More

how do we split up the house even its under her name? we 're currently reside there a little over a year now,she inherited

Answered 3 years and 9 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You should consult with an experienced divorce attorney ASAP.   If possible you should discuss divorce mediation with your spouse.  Its less expensive, faster and more productive in my oppinion. Please contact me if I can offer more information or be of service. We do represent people in matters like this, both mediation and litigation. Good luck. ... Read More
You should consult with an experienced divorce attorney ASAP.   If possible you should discuss divorce mediation with your spouse. ... Read More

What are legal laws for me if I am almost 20 and still live with my parents?

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
You are an adult and have been for a couple years.  However, while you live under their roof, you likely must follow their rules. Consider moving out and running your own life.  Legally, they cannot prohibit your from having friends or communicating online.  Good luck.
You are an adult and have been for a couple years.  However, while you live under their roof, you likely must follow their rules. Consider... Read More

Contract renewal terms

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
I would need to see the contract to be able to offer a fair and complete answer.  
I would need to see the contract to be able to offer a fair and complete answer.  

How to respond to a law suit ?s

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business Litigation
There is no information here with which to create an answer. How do you know the cause of action is baseless?  Are you an attorney also?  How is an attorney supposed to answer this?  If you have counsel, they should file a Motion to Dismiss since the breach "according to you is baseless"... Read More
There is no information here with which to create an answer. How do you know the cause of action is baseless?  Are you an attorney also? ... Read More

I have had 4 worker comp. injury that I left open.

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
It might be time to sit down with a Workers compensation attorney and see if you can either get more therapy approved or settle these claims out and/or explore other options available to you. My firm has a focus in this area if you do not already have representation. Also, have you applied for SSD?  Are all your injuries related back to your four open claims? 203.870.6700... Read More
It might be time to sit down with a Workers compensation attorney and see if you can either get more therapy approved or settle these claims out... Read More

Oil delivered - Do I have to pay for it?

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
This should have been handled by your closing attorney.  There should have a calculated per diem amount to account for certain utilities on your Closing Disclosure.  Contact your real estate attorney.  Or feel free to contact us if you are unable to get assistance from your own attorney.  Good luck.... Read More
This should have been handled by your closing attorney.  There should have a calculated per diem amount to account for certain utilities on your... Read More

my school closed all the girls and boys bathroom but one, but its far away from all of the classrooms, will I be able to sue them?

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
More information is required in order to answer this.  Why were the bathrooms closed? Is this temporary? What school is this? Private or public? Grade, Highschool,  College?  More info, please?
More information is required in order to answer this.  Why were the bathrooms closed? Is this temporary? What school is this? Private or public?... Read More

I have a heloc which was paid off in 2016 it was refinanced with the same lender . The closing was done by the bank . I'am in ct do I have recourse

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
I am sorry.  I can not understand what happened to you from the information you provided.  I understand your HELOC was paid in 2016 during a refinancing through the same bank. Are you asking if you have a cause of action because they didn't tell you that you could refi somewhere else with another lender?... Read More
I am sorry.  I can not understand what happened to you from the information you provided.  I understand your HELOC was paid in 2016 during... Read More
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