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Commercial Litigation
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what do i do if a auction company sells my item without my final approval

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Your contract will govern the terms of the deal.  It depends what you signed.
Your contract will govern the terms of the deal.  It depends what you signed.

Is there a law firm called Carmine Hoffman Law LLP in New York?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Probably a scam.
Probably a scam.

Need help to resolve a damaged $19K WF Printer issue with Vendor in NY, NY 10018 we are in AZ 85281.

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   2 Answers
In NYC, anything up to $25,000 is a Civil Court matter, which is the lower level court between Supreme Court (regular trial court) and small claims.  If this was not a total scam, and there really is someone to sue, then your case seems solid.  I handle these cases on a flat fee if the case settles without a trial.... Read More
In NYC, anything up to $25,000 is a Civil Court matter, which is the lower level court between Supreme Court (regular trial court) and small... Read More

Payed for a merchandise that was suposed to arrive tomorrow. Seller calls says it cont arrive. How do I get my money back

Answered 9 years and 4 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You need to sue.
You need to sue.

Yes, if a driver of a company runs into my house and cause extensive damage do I address the company or person driving?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Both.  Also report it to your insurance company.  You are covered and they will sue to collect.
Both.  Also report it to your insurance company.  You are covered and they will sue to collect.

i bought a 2009 truck from a dealer but the speedometer was altered by more than 340,000 miles, can you help me?

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
It depends on when you bought it.  If recently, there is a lemon law.  Call the DA.  This is a crime.
It depends on when you bought it.  If recently, there is a lemon law.  Call the DA.  This is a crime.

Can I sue a company for using a pic of me even if it was not my personal picture to begin with?

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by Gerry M Wendrovsky (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The important issues here are not whether you 'own' the photograph or just became aware of it; rather, it will be whether the company can be sued under the laws of the jurisdictions where it does business for using the 'likeness' of someone(you) for commercial use. This requires a detailed analysis, which will require you retain counsel. Gerry Wendrovsky, Esq.- Upper West Side Business Lawyer www.upperwestsidelawyer.com... Read More
The important issues here are not whether you 'own' the photograph or just became aware of it; rather, it will be whether the company can be sued... Read More

Could you introduce an experience attorney on the litigation in Queens, New York to help me?

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by attorney Warren S. Hecht   |   1 Answer
Are you paying your attorney at an hourly rate or is it contingency?
Are you paying your attorney at an hourly rate or is it contingency?

Dispute naming rights

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Businesses are incorporated by state, so someone in another state can have the same name.  Your name is only reserved in your state.  It would be rare to trademark a name of a small business, which is a Federal process unrelated to the name of a corporation.  A corporation can trademark its name, like "Disney", but it is an expensive process.  Even if you did trademark it, if the other person is using their actual name, or common words, you might lose a lawsuit to force them to change the name.... Read More
Businesses are incorporated by state, so someone in another state can have the same name.  Your name is only reserved in your state.  It... Read More

How do I find a lawyer who will respond on my behalf to a summons?

Answered 13 years and a month ago by Robert Lowell Herskovits (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would recommend contacting the Legal Referral Service of the New York City Bar Association and they would be happy to provide a referral for you.      New York City Bar Association - Legal Referral Service www.nycbar.org/get-legal-help/legal-referral-service ... Read More
I would recommend contacting the Legal Referral Service of the New York City Bar Association and they would be happy to provide a referral for... Read More

Can you use a copyrighted image if the proceeds of what you're selling goes to charity or if what you're making is given away and not sold?

Answered 13 years and 4 months ago by attorney Hilary B. Miller   |   1 Answer
The general rule is "no." Copyright law tends to focus more on the harm to the copyright owner than on the absence of benefit to the infringer. It is really impossible to give a specific answer without a comprehensive review of all of the facts.
The general rule is "no." Copyright law tends to focus more on the harm to the copyright owner than on the absence of benefit to the infringer. It is... Read More

If a really nice boat was blown out of the water and into my yard from hurricane Sandy can I keep it?

Answered 13 years and 4 months ago by attorney Hilary B. Miller   |   1 Answer
In a word, no. "Finders keepers" is not the law in New York.
In a word, no. "Finders keepers" is not the law in New York.
Commercial Litigation
New York

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