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Film was not returned after sending them to be transferred to digital

Answered 9 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This is a contract breach or negligence issue. Its simply a matter of do you want to spend money out of pocket suing the company. Unless the film content is a national treasure like the Zapruder film, don't expect lawyers to consider getting involved on a contingent fee basis. 
This is a contract breach or negligence issue. Its simply a matter of do you want to spend money out of pocket suing the company. Unless the film... Read More

If some one open a credit card without my consent can I sue?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Yes. This is both criminal and civil. YOu need to report this to law enforcement, your credit card lender and retain a alwyer to address this immediately. 
Yes. This is both criminal and civil. YOu need to report this to law enforcement, your credit card lender and retain a alwyer to address this... Read More

I suspected that I bought a fake perfume and took it back and was refused a refund. What is my redress?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will have to prove the perfume was fake and that they sold it as the real thing. Not very cost productive on a individual civil case level. You can report it to the Attorney General, they may take acton to shut the business down. You could also contact the actual company and advise them of the rip off, as THEY may have interest in protecting thier product and take action. ... Read More
You will have to prove the perfume was fake and that they sold it as the real thing. Not very cost productive on a individual civil case level. You... Read More

I took a bank loan to get my motor fixed in my vehicle fix the motor properly and cause damage to a brand new motor it cost me $8,000 is not willing t

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You'll need to retain a lawyer as some expense and an repair expert to tear the motor down and show the repair shop was responsible fo rthe damage. 
You'll need to retain a lawyer as some expense and an repair expert to tear the motor down and show the repair shop was responsible fo rthe... Read More

What should I do

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
There are no "do overs" or "take backs" in car purchases. Once you buy it, its yours short of fraud. Buyers remorse or a change of mind is not fraud. 
There are no "do overs" or "take backs" in car purchases. Once you buy it, its yours short of fraud. Buyers remorse or a change of mind is not... Read More

issue with Honda corp

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You can't have your cake and eat it too. You buy a usedcar and choose to have it serviced by third parties but expect the customer service and attention of an actual customer of the manufacturer. If you do that, YOU not the dealer will have to follow up with non-safety recalls and warranty extensions on your own. Hopefully the money you saved avoidin the price gouging of the dealer (which I dont disagree with) was enough to pay for the repairs. ... Read More
You can't have your cake and eat it too. You buy a usedcar and choose to have it serviced by third parties but expect the customer service and... Read More

who is the attorney general of the state of Florida

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Michael H. Fayard (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Pam Bondi is the Florida Attorney General http://www.myfloridalegal.com/contact   Mailing addressOffice of Attorney GeneralState of FloridaThe Capitol PL-01Tallahassee, FL 32399-1050 Florida Toll Free: 1-866-966-7226
Pam Bondi is the Florida Attorney General http://www.myfloridalegal.com/contact   Mailing addressOffice of Attorney GeneralState of... Read More

My car was taken in for ac not working. At first I was told it was the evaporator core ($800). AC still did not work, so I took it back.

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Michael H. Fayard (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You may have potential claims against the first repair shop. Pursuant to Florida Statutes, mechanics are supposed to give you written estimates that clearly delineate what work they are going to perform and how much it is going to cost. If the first mechanic did not perform the required work or replace the equipment as set forth in the estimate, then you may be able to recover damages. This is certainly a case that you want a professional, aggressive attorney to handle for you.... Read More
You may have potential claims against the first repair shop. Pursuant to Florida Statutes, mechanics are supposed to give you written estimates that... Read More

Where do I go to find lawyer investigating criminal activity on online websites?

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Any civil or consumer lawyer can assist in that as long as you are willing to pay for the time and exepnse of doing so. 
Any civil or consumer lawyer can assist in that as long as you are willing to pay for the time and exepnse of doing so. 

Fraud: recovering money

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Contact local law enforcement...sounds like you got scammed. 
Contact local law enforcement...sounds like you got scammed. 

How can I best protect myself after close friend repurposed a card I gave him for his personal use, and then opened a second card without permission?

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You can't have your cake and eat it too. How convenient that you made a poor choice and just want no responsibility for it, no repercussions to the person YOU are accusing of criminal fraud and that the bank should just eat all that money while your friend enjoys the benefit of the free stuff he purchased. Sounds pretty ridiculous when put that way right? If its criminal fraud you have your freind prosecuted criminally so he goes to prison like all criminal should and you will have a better chance of arguing with the bank about some of the charges. Short of that, you will have to accept the fact YOU placed trust in someone not deserving of it and your price to pay is YOU just bought all those charges and can spend your money and time suing the friend for reimbursement, if thats even viable financially. ... Read More
You can't have your cake and eat it too. How convenient that you made a poor choice and just want no responsibility for it, no repercussions to the... Read More

Buying a car from a dealership

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This is likely to be a VERY complicated matter now as it is being dealt with AFTER all the papwerwork appears to have been signed. Though we do handle such cases, they do not start off as contingent fees cases and typically require a retainer and are handled on an hourly rate basis. If you are interested in retaining our office you can contact us at 1-800-922-6442 in Tampa to arrange for a FREE initial consultation. ... Read More
This is likely to be a VERY complicated matter now as it is being dealt with AFTER all the papwerwork appears to have been signed. Though we do... Read More

Unlawful H.O.A. increases for repairs requiring a Licensed Contractor

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
the problem here is..."and almost 2 years later". While it may still be possible to challenge this, it is no exponentially more complicated with such a long passage of time beofre action is taken. At this point you will need to retain a realestate lawyer with condo association rules experience to address this ... Read More
the problem here is..."and almost 2 years later". While it may still be possible to challenge this, it is no exponentially more complicated with such... Read More

Small claims suing from Canada

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Yes but you will spend moe than that in costs alone. 
Yes but you will spend moe than that in costs alone. 

I have to go to small claims court and plaintiff forged my name on a promissory note and had his witness it who should I call?

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
A lawyer as you will not likely have the skill set needed to challenege such an issue. 
A lawyer as you will not likely have the skill set needed to challenege such an issue. 

What type of lawyer do I need?

Answered 10 years ago by Mr. Guy Piers Coburn (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I suggest that you contact your credit card company, explain the situation, and ask them to do a "charge back."  This means that the credit card comany gives you your money back even if you can't get help from the vendor.  (This is one reason why you should ALWAYS use a credit card and not a debit card when buying on line or mail order.)... Read More
I suggest that you contact your credit card company, explain the situation, and ask them to do a "charge back."  This means that the credit card... Read More

I had my irs refund applied to an American express serve card. I received and made a few purchases and cash withdrawals. My card was stolen..

Answered 10 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This is all very fact specific and you will likely need to atually retain a lawyer to address such an issue properly. 
This is all very fact specific and you will likely need to atually retain a lawyer to address such an issue properly. 

RENT A CENTER

Answered 10 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Nothing. You have a contract andits terms control. THIS is the problem with renting to own things you simply cant afford otherwise to maintain a lifestyle or appearances. Absent some form of buy out, your best bet is to reeturn the item and buy something you can actually afford.
Nothing. You have a contract andits terms control. THIS is the problem with renting to own things you simply cant afford otherwise to maintain a... Read More

I paid $4271 when i thought I paid $427 to a rodent removal company. Do I have any rights to get a partial refund?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Yes, if you over paid due to an error. I cant imagine a 4200 dollar bill unless you had a LOT of repar work done
Yes, if you over paid due to an error. I cant imagine a 4200 dollar bill unless you had a LOT of repar work done

a bank released my S/S #"s through negligenct employee to a stranger in another state, do I have a case for judgement against them

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Not inherently, as there would be need for many more facts to be sorted out.
Not inherently, as there would be need for many more facts to be sorted out.

I have been dealing with comcast/xfinity since october and all they have been doing is lying and charging for things i never requested,

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
There may be a case here on several levels. Whether you pursue them or not will revolve around the means and manner  in whcih you retain counsel.
There may be a case here on several levels. Whether you pursue them or not will revolve around the means and manner  in whcih you retain counsel.

is it worth hiring a lawyer when your ID is stolen

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
So would everyone else. Unless they are found and prosecuted, thats the end of that inquiry.
So would everyone else. Unless they are found and prosecuted, thats the end of that inquiry.

Hello I wanted to know if I can sue a manufacture for being unfair or if they made a mistake and made my business lose money.

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This is what happens when you decide to use the internet to deal with people and companies you have never seen half way across the world. This is simply a learning lesson with no real remedy.
This is what happens when you decide to use the internet to deal with people and companies you have never seen half way across the world. This is... Read More

I want to sue my bank for my money back

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You can't sue the bank for your foolishness and gullibility. They are not required to police your decison making. This is a WELL published and obvious scam. You also need to read your account agreement related to deposit credits and chargebacks.
You can't sue the bank for your foolishness and gullibility. They are not required to police your decison making. This is a WELL published and... Read More

need an atty for food stamp fraud advice

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You'll need to actually hire a criminal lawyer to address such issues.
You'll need to actually hire a criminal lawyer to address such issues.
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