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Does anyone practices consumer fraud without any injuries?

Answered 4 years and 11 months ago by Susan Chana Lask (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
It sounds like conversion of your property, which is a damage for the loss of use of your property. It doe snot sound right that a car dealer would take property and not provide an update.  If it's a shady operation, then you're going to have an issue with getting any money from them as they might not have insurance.    This is not legal advice nor does it create an attorney client relationship. It is just informational. You should hire an attorney if you want to pursue a legal matter.... Read More
It sounds like conversion of your property, which is a damage for the loss of use of your property. It doe snot sound right that a car dealer would... Read More

Purchase a vehicle that I was over charged?

Answered 4 years and 11 months ago by Susan Chana Lask (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Based on the limited information you provided, if it was a bait and switch situation where the dealer advertised a lower price then inflated it, that's a problem that may fit into false advertising.  New York covers that in its General Business Law sections 349 and 350.  It  has to harm the general public.If this is a one time issue, the state attorney general's office website should have complaint forms for car dealers and consumer fraud.  Otherwise, this may be a msall claims case for a breach of contract, but if you paid the price then you may have a hard time claiming you were damaged.   Good Luck!  This is not legal advice nor does it create an attorney client relationship. It is just informational. You should hire an attorney if you want to pursue a legal matter.... Read More
Based on the limited information you provided, if it was a bait and switch situation where the dealer advertised a lower price then inflated it,... Read More

Contractor Scam

Answered 6 years and 3 months ago by attorney Louis A. Russo   |   1 Answer
You can send him a thretening demand letter from an attorney (something I'd be glad to help with) and/or you could sue him in Civil Court. Please feel free to contact me with further questions. -Russo Law LLC www.russolaw-llc.com
You can send him a thretening demand letter from an attorney (something I'd be glad to help with) and/or you could sue him in Civil Court. Please... Read More

Bought a lemon and unsafe SUV vehicle and and sales manager and sales man refused to accept return the next day, was advised to seek legal advise?

Answered 6 years and 4 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You are going to have to sue.  The court will be determined by where you bought it, and how much you paid.
You are going to have to sue.  The court will be determined by where you bought it, and how much you paid.

Can I get help dealing with a secret shopper and cashiers check scam that I have filed with my bank the ftc and US post office?

Answered 6 years and 8 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You have been scammed.  You are never going to recover the money.  You will owe your bank.  There is nothing you can do, other than file a criminal complaint.  Dean VanOwen does not exist.
You have been scammed.  You are never going to recover the money.  You will owe your bank.  There is nothing you can do, other than... Read More

Electrician - return of deposit

Answered 6 years and 11 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You are going to need to sue.  These agencies can only do so much.
You are going to need to sue.  These agencies can only do so much.

Defrauded by New Car Dealer

Answered 7 years ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You can sue the dealer.
You can sue the dealer.

I got scammed by a consignment store in NYC

Answered 7 years and 2 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You can sue the corporation that owned the store, but collection is an issue especially if they are bankrupt.
You can sue the corporation that owned the store, but collection is an issue especially if they are bankrupt.

I Need a lawyer in the Yonkers NY area with a cemetery dispute

Answered 7 years and 3 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
The type of lawyer depends on the relief you want.  If it involves digging up the grave, there is a special proceeding for this in Surrogate's Court.
The type of lawyer depends on the relief you want.  If it involves digging up the grave, there is a special proceeding for this in Surrogate's... Read More

Greetings, I purchased a 2010 Cadillac SRX from NJ Stay Auto Auction that seemed to be an excellent low mileage vehicle...

Answered 7 years and 4 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
The NJ Lemon law does not help you.  Thus, you are relying on the warranties you purchased.  Sue for your damages.  No one else, like BBB or NJ AG cares.
The NJ Lemon law does not help you.  Thus, you are relying on the warranties you purchased.  Sue for your damages.  No one else, like... Read More

My daughter's father left a Vanguard account Amount over 600,000.00. While waiting for it transfer to her it dropped to 73,000 does she have a case

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Not if the investment simply went down, and nothing was stolen.
Not if the investment simply went down, and nothing was stolen.

Moving company increased prices as they showed up to move us from NY to TX. Had us in tough position as our job in TX begins soon. What can we do?

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
It depends what you signed.  It is small claims.  You can sue yourself.
It depends what you signed.  It is small claims.  You can sue yourself.

I suspect my mechanic is being fradulant. What can I do

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Sue for what you paid and take the car to someone else.
Sue for what you paid and take the car to someone else.

I bought a used car and found it advertized the next day for 5000.oo less, is this not fraud ? I just want to cancel the deal and get my trade in and

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
It is not fraud.  You got the car you wanted.  You just did not research if it was a good price.
It is not fraud.  You got the car you wanted.  You just did not research if it was a good price.

I was awarded a judgement and now individual is refusing to pay what court ordered. How can I get my money back

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
It depends on where the judgment was rendered and the Defendant has assets.  You need to know where assets are located before a Sheriff or Marshal will do anything.
It depends on where the judgment was rendered and the Defendant has assets.  You need to know where assets are located before a Sheriff or... Read More

Private sale of a car. Can they come back on seller if something not known to seller is wrong with it?

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
As is means as is.  If it is in writing you will win any case.
As is means as is.  If it is in writing you will win any case.

What can I do if a "middleman" company is refusing to pass over the refund that was issued for me?

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Call the consumer fraud department of the attorney general's office.  They might help and it is free.  Otherwise, you can do a small claims case for $40.
Call the consumer fraud department of the attorney general's office.  They might help and it is free.  Otherwise, you can do a small claims... Read More

Salam Seck

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Depending upon your deal, you can sue.  Collection is another matter.
Depending upon your deal, you can sue.  Collection is another matter.

I am the victim of an online payment/employment fraud scheme through a Wells Fargo Bank business checking account. Out $60K. They were alerted.

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Sorry.  You are a vicitim, but as to the bank you are responsible.  File a complaint with the FBI, but as these people are likely overseas, you are not going to see your money again.
Sorry.  You are a vicitim, but as to the bank you are responsible.  File a complaint with the FBI, but as these people are likely overseas,... Read More

What should I do with my mover who is not returning a piece of furniture?

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
It depends on what your contract says.
It depends on what your contract says.

I live in NY but a travel agent in Ga recieved money from me for a trip. She canceled the trip & has failed to refund me the full cost. what can I do?

Answered 7 years and 10 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You can sue here or in GA.  It is cheaper for you to sue here, but then you need to hire a GA lawyer to collect a judgment.  If you sue in GA, you might have to go there.  Talk to a GA lawyer.
You can sue here or in GA.  It is cheaper for you to sue here, but then you need to hire a GA lawyer to collect a judgment.  If you sue in... Read More

The insurance company was taking money from my bank account without me knowing it.

Answered 7 years and 11 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You can, but check with the bank first.  An authorization might be on file. Also, freeze the deduction with the bank.
You can, but check with the bank first.  An authorization might be on file. Also, freeze the deduction with the bank.

HOW do I get my money back from as US scammer after I have sent them a Citibank certified check that they have already cashed.

Answered 8 years ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You don't get it back.  Make a police report in PA.  File a fraud affidavit with Citibank.  But realistically, there is nothing you can do.
You don't get it back.  Make a police report in PA.  File a fraud affidavit with Citibank.  But realistically, there is nothing you... Read More

Overcharged By Hotel

Answered 8 years and a month ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You should have done a chargeback on your credit card.  It is now too late.  Make sure you are communicating in writing.
You should have done a chargeback on your credit card.  It is now too late.  Make sure you are communicating in writing.

Auto body shop lists improper parts

Answered 8 years and a month ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
I do not understand.  Did you have to pay out of pocket?  If insurnace paid inflated prices you can tell the insurance company but that is between them and the adjuster.  You should just get your car back.
I do not understand.  Did you have to pay out of pocket?  If insurnace paid inflated prices you can tell the insurance company but that is... Read More
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