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Someone used my debit card, it was reported to the bank, do I still need to contact the police?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
It is a good idea as it buttresses your credibility, which is an issue on covering the losses.
It is a good idea as it buttresses your credibility, which is an issue on covering the losses.

If the board of directors are not addressing any HOA issues, what is the homeowners recourse?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
This is complex because it depends if the HOA has a elected board or it the developer has retained control over the HOA. There is no answer to this questions without consulting the documents that the developer created when the HOA was created.
This is complex because it depends if the HOA has a elected board or it the developer has retained control over the HOA. There is no answer to this... Read More

Can i have advice on what to do next?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Contact Tennessee Consumer Affairs.
Contact Tennessee Consumer Affairs.

Hijacking alarm code

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Your agreement will govern the deal.  If you owe them, then they probably have a right to do what they are doing.
Your agreement will govern the deal.  If you owe them, then they probably have a right to do what they are doing.

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 bought a car last year and come to find out I was over price not what the sticker on the window say and also I didn't put down no down payment

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
If your bill of sale had the price you paid, you are out of luck.
If your bill of sale had the price you paid, you are out of luck.

Breach of peace repossession

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
If you surrendered after all that, it was a peaceful repo.  If you had called the police to stop it, the police would have told them to get a court order and let you drive away.
If you surrendered after all that, it was a peaceful repo.  If you had called the police to stop it, the police would have told them to get a... Read More

Fraud

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Work very closely with Amazon and put all details in writing to Amazon. You will be successful. Ed Dimon
Work very closely with Amazon and put all details in writing to Amazon. You will be successful. Ed Dimon

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

How do I deal with a possible scam call from Oakwood services?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mr. Jeffrey N. Wilens   |   1 Answer
Do NOT pay them anything.  I find no record of a licensed payday lender (unlicensed ones are illegal) named Oakwood Services, but there are reports on the Internet about a crooked collection agency using that name. If they call your or email you, ask them to send a copy of any loan agreement and payment history. Do not give them your bank information, social security number. Since you initially agreed to pay them, I assume you must remember something about getting payday loans in the past.  However, many payday loan companies operate illegally and you do not have to pay the money back. http://www.lakeshorelaw.org/payday-loans--installment-loans.html  has more information about illegal lenders and your rights.  Feel free to contact me for more details.  ... Read More
Do NOT pay them anything.  I find no record of a licensed payday lender (unlicensed ones are illegal) named Oakwood Services, but there are... Read More

Can I Stop payment for false diagnosis

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You should work this out with the company. You should avoid court. 
You should work this out with the company. You should avoid court. 

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

moving company violates contract

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Where is your stuff?  Call the police to report it stolen if you have no idea where it is.
Where is your stuff?  Call the police to report it stolen if you have no idea where it is.

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

Can I sue for false advertising on a phone company for misleading me in to applying for service and they don't have the phone that they advertise

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Cancel your phone service on the basis of fraud.
Cancel your phone service on the basis of fraud.

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. 

What will happen?

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Agent from where?  If it is a criminal investigation, this has more to do with something than getting into clubs.  What kind of ID? I think there are bigger issues here than you know.  You need a criminal lawyer.
Agent from where?  If it is a criminal investigation, this has more to do with something than getting into clubs.  What kind of ID? I think... Read More

If i bought a used truck &no warrantee & a week later the transmission goes out. Can i get them for fraud werk

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you purchased the vehicle "as is", then generally you will not be able to sue them.
If you purchased the vehicle "as is", then generally you will not be able to sue them.

What do I do if ex-husband opened accounts in my name?

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Matthew Anderson Dunaway (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
No, you are not liable for the accounts, based on your fact scenario.  Even if you were still married, your spouse cannot open accounts in your name.  I suggest you send written disputes to all three credit reporting agencies (Experian, Equifax & TransUnion) demanding they delete the accounts and stating that you are a victim of fraud and identity theft.  It wouldn't hurt to also send a letter to each of the companies an account was opened (i.e. - Cap One, Target, Amazon, etc...).  The timing of your divorce doesn't matter.  Your spouse may not open accounts in your name.  ... Read More
No, you are not liable for the accounts, based on your fact scenario.  Even if you were still married, your spouse cannot open accounts in your... Read More

Can I cash a check that i am in disagreeable on the price of sale?

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You have to endorse the check "without prejudice" and "partial payment" above your signature, and then write them a letter at the same time thanking them for the partial payment.  Otherwise, it could be an issue.
You have to endorse the check "without prejudice" and "partial payment" above your signature, and then write them a letter at the same time thanking... Read More

if i am in WI and the company that did took my money and did not deliver the product is in NY what can i do about a small claims suit?

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Unless you are willing to come personally to NY, you cannot do small claims.  You can hire a lawyer for a suit in county court in whatever county they are from.  You can also sue where you are in WI.  Then docket your WI judgment in NY.
Unless you are willing to come personally to NY, you cannot do small claims.  You can hire a lawyer for a suit in county court in whatever... Read More
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