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How could I sue the state or the owner of a cemetery who scammed us?

Answered 8 years ago by Dena Rachel Young (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
There is a lot of fraud in the pre-payment of burial plots and funerals.  I would suggest contacting a local consumer fraud firm.
There is a lot of fraud in the pre-payment of burial plots and funerals.  I would suggest contacting a local consumer fraud firm.

can a company keep my money when they told me i had 10 days to cancel and when i canceled in 24 hrs they wouldnt give me money back?

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You are entitled to get your money back. Contact the Tennessee Department of Insurance to file a complaint.
You are entitled to get your money back. Contact the Tennessee Department of Insurance to file a complaint.

What kind of lawyer should I talk to?

Answered 8 years ago by attorney JEFFREY L WILLIS   |   1 Answer
send a letter to the ocmpany demanding a start date and give them a 10 day period to repond.  if the response is not satisfactory, file a small claims lawsut against them.  you do not need an attorney.  go to the small claims clerks office and complete a fill in the blank Petition.  take your contract to attach to the petition.  there is a filing fee and a service fee.... Read More
send a letter to the ocmpany demanding a start date and give them a 10 day period to repond.  if the response is not satisfactory, file a small... Read More

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

Can we

Answered 8 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You can always fight for it - whether you win or not will be determined through the court process. 
You can always fight for it - whether you win or not will be determined through the court process. 

We were scammed by a cosmetic company offering free samples. Just pay shipping. Was charged 200 plus and only received a small portion back

Answered 8 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You would have a weak claim under Fla. Stat. 772.11. IN the future remember NOTHING is for free.
You would have a weak claim under Fla. Stat. 772.11. IN the future remember NOTHING is for free.

A New car dealership added a third party warranty to my vehicle deal without my knowledge. It was changed by someone at the dealership once I left.

Answered 8 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This may be a Fla. Stat. 501.976 or TILSA violation depending on how all this occurred.If you don't want the warranty, presumably you can contcat the warranty company in the meantime and at least recieve a partial refund. If the dealer won't address this you may need to hire a lawyer to sue them for a refund or damages and to determine what actually happened with the paperwork.... Read More
This may be a Fla. Stat. 501.976 or TILSA violation depending on how all this occurred.If you don't want the warranty, presumably you can contcat the... 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.

I brought automobile that will not passed thur emission what legal recourse do I have

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can sue in General Sessions Court for a refund.
You can sue in General Sessions Court for a refund.

Warranty Contract (issue)...

Answered 8 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This all revolves around the paperwork signed. You will need to hire a laywer, at some expense to reiew the paperwork and go from there. 
This all revolves around the paperwork signed. You will need to hire a laywer, at some expense to reiew the paperwork and go from there. 

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

I bought a car without a tittle the owner suppose to mail to my address, the car was towed away. I can't reach the seller i have no tittle

Answered 8 years and a month ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You were scammed.  You have to get the title to be the owner of the car.  Report him to the police.
You were scammed.  You have to get the title to be the owner of the car.  Report him to the police.

I was charged $1249 by Amazon for a flying drone by someone who hacked my debit card. I actually received the product but returned it. No refund

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
In addition to working with Amazon, I would suggest that you contact your bank and advise them of the fraud  on your debit card and work with the bank to try and get the credit.
In addition to working with Amazon, I would suggest that you contact your bank and advise them of the fraud  on your debit card and work with... Read More

Is there a claim my ex husband deposited a check in both our names without my signature

Answered 8 years and a month ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
I am not sure what your issue is.  If you were going to send him the money anyway, then you are not damaged civilly.  If you are claiming some sort of bank fraud, you can file a report with the FBI, but do not count on this minor issue being pursued.  It was not legal, but there is no real remedy.... Read More
I am not sure what your issue is.  If you were going to send him the money anyway, then you are not damaged civilly.  If you are claiming... Read More

Can I sue in the PA or NY

Answered 8 years and a month ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You were just plain scammed.  You can file a police report, but the likelihood of seeing your money or this person again is next to zero.  You can sue in small claims against her so-called name, but what would you do to collect?
You were just plain scammed.  You can file a police report, but the likelihood of seeing your money or this person again is next to zero. ... Read More

Purchase counterfeit product online stating it was a PUMA product & it is not.

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
"Puma claims they do not exist & this has caused major problems for me i just need to ask questions and if possible seek help" Histrionics are simply not useful in legal issues. There are no "major problems" for you over this - period. That stated, its simply not worth the legal expense to address an online pair of shoes....as demonstrated by presuably your unwillingness to spend $400.00 an hour to ask a lawyer all the questions you need to that are specific to your issue. This is the risk of buying online, just as the same buying at a flea market or roadside stand. This is most likely a lesson learned in the perils of convenience. ... Read More
"Puma claims they do not exist & this has caused major problems for me i just need to ask questions and if possible seek help" Histrionics are... Read More

My home improvement contractor did work on my home without pulling permits

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We work every day with home owners whencontractors make mistakes. We work closely with the town officials to get the proper approvals. These are normally 'work out' situations involving all the parties. Steve Leone, Esq. owns the lumber yards in Glen Rock, NJ. he is my partner. Please call to disciss. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600... Read More
We work every day with home owners whencontractors make mistakes. We work closely with the town officials to get the proper approvals. These are... Read More

I want to sue music school owner for piano lesson tuition, but he was convicted of sex with minor and I think he is in jail. Can I still sue him?

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Yes.  You can sue people in jail.
Yes.  You can sue people in jail.

I hired a company to help with my credit card debt and create an LLC. The work wasn’t done and I’m out $11,000. What can I do

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You can sue, but scammers know how to cover tracks, so you may have just been defrauded.  Report it to the New York attorney general and the Florida attorney general.  There will be a consumer fraud division in each where you can make a complaint.
You can sue, but scammers know how to cover tracks, so you may have just been defrauded.  Report it to the New York attorney general and the... Read More

What are my options?

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Nothing on the facts provided. You can return to the dentist to adjust the filing but a patient is not the arbiter of whether a root canal is appropriate. You would have to have a written opinion from another dentist to even raise the issue for something liek a refund. 
Nothing on the facts provided. You can return to the dentist to adjust the filing but a patient is not the arbiter of whether a root canal is... Read More

I want to know if I can sue Walmart for overcharge me three times my purchase

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
If this occured this would be a potential collection practices act violation. You can contact our office at 1-800-922-6442 to address this further for  FREE consultation. 
If this occured this would be a potential collection practices act violation. You can contact our office at 1-800-922-6442 to address this further... Read More

Can I get my money back from a credit union that took it with out notice.

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
"I am a disabled veteran an don’t have the best ability to think."  This issue esentially eliminates any credibility you would have in a "they told me that....." type of case. Additionally, 99% of banking institutions send various forms of monthy statememts on such accounts, so there was likely numerous opportunities for you to address this issue if there was a misunderstanding. You can also review your account documents as they will say in writing how charges are assessed or waived for certain balances. If you have issues maintaining your accounts due to thinking difficulties, you may want to consider having someone you trust appointed as guardian or at least assist you with such issues. ... Read More
"I am a disabled veteran an don’t have the best ability to think."  This issue esentially eliminates any credibility you would have in a... Read More

Okay so i work at a store and i was wondering is it legal to record customers stealing or about to steal something without them knowing

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Likely allowable BUT you need to speak with your store management as to whether or not they want you doing such things. 
Likely allowable BUT you need to speak with your store management as to whether or not they want you doing such things. 

Dealer lied about financing options and rates

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Hmmmmm.....there is a lot missing from these facts, starting with you being foolish enough to believe the dealer claiming "you bank reconsidered" on a pre-approval letter, without you even contacting the back to verify thats true. That stated there may be any number of TILA or Fla. Stat. 501.976 type violations here that could be used to seek whats called recission. The issue will be your willingness to spendmoney onlegal fees to try and undo the deal you made. ... Read More
Hmmmmm.....there is a lot missing from these facts, starting with you being foolish enough to believe the dealer claiming "you bank reconsidered" on... Read More

Can I take the seller to small claims court to recover money I have had to spend to fix a car I bought from him that I was told was in good condition?

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would suggest that you get a list from Firestone as to what it thinks is wrong with the car and take that to the man from whom you purchased the car and go over it with him.
I would suggest that you get a list from Firestone as to what it thinks is wrong with the car and take that to the man from whom you purchased the... Read More
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