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I know my drink was tampered with at wor (it was obvious). I told my manager and HR, but they said there is nothing that could be done. Is that true?!

Answered 6 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You make a wholly unsupported accusation based on pure conjecture, with no witness nor perp.  What exactly are you expecting to happen?
You make a wholly unsupported accusation based on pure conjecture, with no witness nor perp.  What exactly are you expecting to happen?

what are the odds of getting your money back on a timeshare fraud

Answered 6 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Contact one of the various companies who advertise about cancelling your timeshare.
Contact one of the various companies who advertise about cancelling your timeshare.

Can a car dealer tell you that you have to continue paying for something you don't have and report you to the credit bureau?

Answered 6 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
If you fall behind 3 times, thats exactly what gets reported to the credit bureau. Not sure about the other issues as a lawyer would need to review the contracts to address cancellation of other products like GAP issues. 
If you fall behind 3 times, thats exactly what gets reported to the credit bureau. Not sure about the other issues as a lawyer would need to review... Read More

Vehicle fraud

Answered 6 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can get your money back and all of the money that you spent to buy parts that didn't fit.
You can get your money back and all of the money that you spent to buy parts that didn't fit.

If someone hacked into my Apple ID and remote reset my phone is that a criminal offense? I was able to figure out what email was used to do the hackin

Answered 6 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Likely yes - though its unlikely that it occurred let alone you prove that a particualr person did it. 
Likely yes - though its unlikely that it occurred let alone you prove that a particualr person did it. 

Do I have a case/Do I need a lawyer: purchased recliner Oct 24 for delivery on Dec 24. No recliner and no refund

Answered 6 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
If you were charged for a product not received there is an issue to address. If this is about no present for Christmas, that is NOT a viable claim. In the future you should know better than to shedule delivery of such an item the day before Christmas. 
If you were charged for a product not received there is an issue to address. If this is about no present for Christmas, that is NOT a viable claim.... 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

What type of lawyer do I need?

Answered 6 years and 4 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Probably a consumer lawyer or civil litigaton lawyer. 
Probably a consumer lawyer or civil litigaton lawyer. 

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.

Is there any law to make seller refund my money back?

Answered 6 years and 5 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
Caveat Emptor- buyer beware.  There is no way to make them give you a refund under the circumstances you described.  You are expected to do your research before the purchase. However, I too have been suckered in by a couple of those kiosks.  I feel your pain. 
Caveat Emptor- buyer beware.  There is no way to make them give you a refund under the circumstances you described.  You are expected to do... Read More

How do I go about finding an attorney to civilly sue for wire, mail and bank fraud in NJ?

Answered 6 years and 5 months ago by attorney Louis A. Russo   |   2 Answers
If this is a reputable bank, I'd have to imagine by now it has conducted an investigatin, fired those involved and notified its fidelity insurance carrier of the criminal act.  If so, I'm sure the insurer is simply conducting its own investigateion before it returns your funds to the bank.  If the bank doesnt return your money soon, you should probalby have a lawyer call on your behalf.  Would be happy to discuss with you further.... Read More
If this is a reputable bank, I'd have to imagine by now it has conducted an investigatin, fired those involved and notified its fidelity insurance... Read More

Do I have a case for misrepresentation of a product?

Answered 6 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will need to hire a construction or consumer lawyer to addess this issue within the terms of your agreement. You may need to stop the contractor and demand that they install was was specifically agreed to BEFORE they complete the project. 
You will need to hire a construction or consumer lawyer to addess this issue within the terms of your agreement. You may need to stop the contractor... Read More

I signed a contract for dental work when I only went for a free consulation what can I do I am a senior citizen?

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
NIce try - but be careful playing the "incompetent grandpa/ma" card as means to get out of contracts on what is really buyers remorse. The immediate response to that when litigation ensues is to seek a mental health examination and if you claim you are too feeble minded to make a contract and doing so is exploitation, you equally feed the notion that you need a guardian at litem to manage your finances and affairs or to be instiutionalized for such. Can't have it both ways where you just play that card everytime you make a deal you don't like. That said, there may be other legitimate issues in regard to the contract that need to be addressed but you will likely need to retain a lawyer to review the documents and intervene. You can try legal aid otheriwse if you qualify but they rarely get involved in civil conract litigation issues. ... Read More
NIce try - but be careful playing the "incompetent grandpa/ma" card as means to get out of contracts on what is really buyers remorse. The immediate... Read More

What are my rights they never offered an extended warranty just had me sign paperwork and of course i didn’t read through it

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would work with the dealer and the car manufacturer. They do not want bad publicity. Put every detail in writing to both parties. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600
I would work with the dealer and the car manufacturer. They do not want bad publicity. Put every detail in writing to both parties. Ed Dimon, Esq.... Read More

False Advertising

Answered 6 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Not likely a fraud case from a general advertisement as it is a general non-specific statment. Absent a written warranty, you might have other remedies such a UCC claims for specificl limited warranty, such as "fitness for use" but the problem there is the expense of hiring a lawyer to sue over the issue and I am willing to bet the vehicle at issuse is a sub$5,000.00 "hooptie" type car with high mileage purchased at a buy here-pay here type dealer. The problem with a cracked head may ultimately come down to what happened when the car "broke down", as hopefully the ECU will not show that you continud to drive the vehicle when the lights came on or when then temperature gauge was in the red. ... Read More
Not likely a fraud case from a general advertisement as it is a general non-specific statment. Absent a written warranty, you might have other... Read More

Want to know if a work from home program I signed up for is legal?

Answered 6 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Its impossible for any lawyer on line to respond to " I asked a guy and he told me...." You will need to actually RETAIN, not consult with a lawyer to review your documents and go from there. There is nothing inherently illegal about a home based business, it would be the other issues that created the problem. ... Read More
Its impossible for any lawyer on line to respond to " I asked a guy and he told me...." You will need to actually RETAIN, not consult with a lawyer... Read More

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

Is it possible to get help to understand why bank fraud is legal?

Answered 6 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Obvioulsy there are other facts in play here that have not been revealed. If you are being accused of fraud you will need to spend the money to lawyer up, with a civil lawyer and possibly an additonal criminal lawyer. Typically these issues occur where your card is used for purchases in a manner that triggers a fraud profile. Like using a $500.00 limit card in a series of transactions designed to get vendors to sell you items and then close the card, as one example. ... Read More
Obvioulsy there are other facts in play here that have not been revealed. If you are being accused of fraud you will need to spend the money to... Read More

What kind of lawyer do I need if I put a large down payment of a housing project and now the owner is declaring bankruptcy?

Answered 6 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Don't hire an attorney if they filed bankruptcy. You can file a claim in the bankruptcy court for your money and maybe, maybe get something back.
Don't hire an attorney if they filed bankruptcy. You can file a claim in the bankruptcy court for your money and maybe, maybe get something back.

What can i do about a collection Attorney?

Answered 6 years and 9 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The collection attorneys are most familiar with the collection process. You must be very careful to avoid making any mistakes or missing any requirements. You must put everything in writing and provide documentation. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600
The collection attorneys are most familiar with the collection process. You must be very careful to avoid making any mistakes or missing any... Read More

My contractor took my money but did not complete work and now he is filing bankruptcy chapter 7. What is the best way to recoop my money?

Answered 6 years and 9 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can participate in the bankruptcy action and make your claim for compensation. This is an arduous journey but it is an option. Ed Dimon, Esq
You can participate in the bankruptcy action and make your claim for compensation. This is an arduous journey but it is an option. Ed Dimon, Esq

Can I sue for neglient work?

Answered 6 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Possibly. This will all revolve around the terms of your agreement and the details of the work. YOu will need tohire a construction lawyer to address this. 
Possibly. This will all revolve around the terms of your agreement and the details of the work. YOu will need tohire a construction lawyer to address... Read More

What to do about a fraud

Answered 6 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I don't know if it is local movers or a national chain but I would try to reach out to management to discuss the issue with it.
I don't know if it is local movers or a national chain but I would try to reach out to management to discuss the issue with it.

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.

Is this fraud?

Answered 7 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You can't have it both ways, where you want work performed but refuse to authorize it writing in some fashion. You will need to address this issue with the manufactuer or the warranty company. Obviously you should not be expected to agree in advance that the repair work was properly done, but such verbage on a estimate alone may be of little conseqeuence. Its impossible to address this issue based upon a single sentance cut out of an entire form.... Read More
You can't have it both ways, where you want work performed but refuse to authorize it writing in some fashion. You will need to address this issue... Read More
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