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I got scammed from one or two banks involved by keeping my money and playing around in order not to return my money back

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
No idea what you are describing so its impossible to answer. 
No idea what you are describing so its impossible to answer. 

A Comcast representative promised me Home Security at no charge. All mine and wife's signatures/initials were forged on contracts. What should I do?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You'll need to hire a lawyer - possibly at an hourly rate/retainer to address the forgery issue. If you are correct you shold be able to get your legal fees reimbursed by Comcast.
You'll need to hire a lawyer - possibly at an hourly rate/retainer to address the forgery issue. If you are correct you shold be able to get your... Read More

I D theft

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Anthony Van Zwaren (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I believe you have a possible criminal case. As far as consumer fraud, it depends whether you actually suffered damages. If you weren't charged because you proved that the purchase was by your ex, then I don't know whether it would be worth pursuing as a civil case, because you may not have suffered economic losses (damages).... Read More
I believe you have a possible criminal case. As far as consumer fraud, it depends whether you actually suffered damages. If you weren't charged... Read More

real estate fraud and contracts

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Anthony Van Zwaren (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers
Yes, you might have a claim if the realtor was aware of the condition and aware of your health concerns regarding facts. So you might need to discuss with an attorney an action to rescind the contract or claim other damages.
Yes, you might have a claim if the realtor was aware of the condition and aware of your health concerns regarding facts. So you might need to discuss... Read More

I want to sue Western Union for theft of my money they have been keeping over a month now. Over 600 cases of such practice. Is it possible?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would suggest that you do research on google to find out if there is already such a lawsuit in progress somewhere and if so, join in with that lawsuit.
I would suggest that you do research on google to find out if there is already such a lawsuit in progress somewhere and if so, join in with that... Read More

What can I do if I purchased a car and now realize that the salesman misrepresented the cost?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
There is nothing you can do.  You signed a document.  No one will back up your story.
There is nothing you can do.  You signed a document.  No one will back up your story.

If the car dealer knows I already signed to buy a car from another dealer yet make me sign a loan/ buy from him promising to help cancel the other

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
The only consumer fraud here is on your end. You simply cannot contract with people to buy cars, take possessions of them, then claim to "go window shopping" buy another car, and then play each off the the other for a better deal atfter the fact. You are probably going to get stuck with 2 cars and 2 loans or sued over one or the other ot both. There is no "cancel the contract" after its signed prospect. NOw you will unfortunately need to spend the money you though you were saving on legal fees to hire a lawyer to sort this all out. ... Read More
The only consumer fraud here is on your end. You simply cannot contract with people to buy cars, take possessions of them, then claim to "go window... Read More

How many days ahead of a hearing do I have to serve the papers in New Jersey?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Anthony Van Zwaren (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I am not sure exactly what the question is. If there is a hearing already scheduled based upon a motion or petition that was filed by a party, you have to file papers at least 16 days before the hearing date to give the other party time to answer (28 days if it is a motion for summary judgment).  Reply briefs need to be filed at least 8 days before the hearing date. However, if you are talking about a trial, then there should be a pre-trial conference scheduled (at least in Law Division, these do not apply in Special Civil) at which time the parties list their trial exhibits and have them exchanged with the other side or a date is scheduled at that time at which all trial exhibits should be presented. So this answer depends upon the type of hearing you are talking about as well as which court this is in. ... Read More
I am not sure exactly what the question is. If there is a hearing already scheduled based upon a motion or petition that was filed by a party, you... Read More

There is a possibility that has used my name to purchase a home in another state. How can I find out if it is true?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can check the deed as it is registered with the county. You can do this yourself but it may be easier to have a title company do the title search. You will then have a written record of how the title to the house was registered. Ed Dimon, Esq.
You can check the deed as it is registered with the county. You can do this yourself but it may be easier to have a title company do the title... Read More

How do I clear my name of a fraud scam?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You must separate the civil and criminal aspects.  Time will cure each, but you need to respond to demands.
You must separate the civil and criminal aspects.  Time will cure each, but you need to respond to demands.

Purchased a car part and its defective, what can i do about it?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would work directly with the parts manufacturer. They will 'make good' on the defective part. Ed Dimon
I would work directly with the parts manufacturer. They will 'make good' on the defective part. Ed Dimon

purchased a used truck was told it had never been in an accident car fax is clear. verified it has been in bad wreck 3xs times to dealer 4 problems

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Once can't misrepresent what one doesnot know so if the car fax was clean you'd have to prove some direct knowledge and also your direct questioning to even start with such a claim. You may however have a warranty case depending on the terms of the warranty. You sould have a lawyer review the warranty to see whether the damages can be fixed under that provision. ... Read More
Once can't misrepresent what one doesnot know so if the car fax was clean you'd have to prove some direct knowledge and also your direct questioning... Read More

I was lIrving in pa. And had an alarm company...I moved to florida and they are still charging me for the address in pa..been down here since march...

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
If you don't cancel the service  - thats what happens. Its up to you to notify them and sort that out - not just move and hope they notice. 
If you don't cancel the service  - thats what happens. Its up to you to notify them and sort that out - not just move and hope they notice. 

Can I sue a bandaid company if their bandaid rips my skin off?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
No real damages described so this is not a viable case unless you wanted to hire a lawyer at an hourly rate to make a point. 
No real damages described so this is not a viable case unless you wanted to hire a lawyer at an hourly rate to make a point. 

I have evidence of a global corporation "seemingly" defrauding their gift card users when cards are used to pay for items. Please help!

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would suggest that you contact the Tennessee Consumer Affairs and file your complaint with it.
I would suggest that you contact the Tennessee Consumer Affairs and file your complaint with it.

In an insurance claim for hurricane damage to my roof who pays the deductable?I think my roofing company is screwing me over .

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Generally any deductible is your obligation. 
Generally any deductible is your obligation. 

Do I need to keep paying??

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
First, no, a lease intention is the opposite, as if you were buying the bike you would have bought it and financed it. Second, that the bike gets stolen is YOUR problem not the lease company's or the dealers, you still owe on the lease and should have had insurance to cover the loss. Finally, not sure what is going on with the other person claiming its thier bike as there may be something shady going on there from several angles that you will need to sort out. ... Read More
First, no, a lease intention is the opposite, as if you were buying the bike you would have bought it and financed it. Second, that the bike gets... Read More

I have a fraud case in Waterbury, but I live in MS, best way to proceed? I bought a truck for 6K was "shipped" but never showed up and NO refund.

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
You need to hire an attorney who deals in civil litigation in the state of Connecticut to prosecute your claim.  If you would like assistance or further information, we would be happy to discuss this matter with you. We can be reached at 203.870.6700
You need to hire an attorney who deals in civil litigation in the state of Connecticut to prosecute your claim.  If you would like assistance or... Read More

I gave over 2,000,00 cash to a mechanic and I I got my car back in worse condition then I gave it he was a friend of a friend and I thought. I could t

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You can sue him for the money and the cost you paid to repair elsewhere.
You can sue him for the money and the cost you paid to repair elsewhere.

How can I refund my money? Do I have a case?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
It depends on what your contract says.  Also, $15,000?  Are you sure this is not a scam?
It depends on what your contract says.  Also, $15,000?  Are you sure this is not a scam?

If I was a victim of fraud, and the bank filed fraud accusations against me: Would I have the basis of a case?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Sounds like this got messed up terribly somehow. You will likely need to simply retain a lawyer to try to sort this out at some expense. 
Sounds like this got messed up terribly somehow. You will likely need to simply retain a lawyer to try to sort this out at some expense. 

Purchased a used vehicle unknowingly with a tampered odometer from large Orlando dealership.

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This is a classic Fla. Stat. 501.976 type case. You will need to hire a lawyer to address such an issue. 
This is a classic Fla. Stat. 501.976 type case. You will need to hire a lawyer to address such an issue. 

A large car dealership sold me a Jasper Engine but installed a different time

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will need to hire a lawyer at an houly rate/retainer to address this as a contract dispute. Hopefully there are some provisions where you can get your fees recovered if you win. 
You will need to hire a lawyer at an houly rate/retainer to address this as a contract dispute. Hopefully there are some provisions where you can get... Read More

Will I face legal trouble if someone deposited a counterfeit check into my account?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You are unlikely to face criminal issues.  However, your name will be on Checksystems, a kind of credit reporting agency for bank accounts, and you may not be able to open another account at another bank as a result.
You are unlikely to face criminal issues.  However, your name will be on Checksystems, a kind of credit reporting agency for bank accounts, and... Read More

I am a victim of predatory lending from a time share

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You are unlikely to succeed on this claim.  Plus, these companies cover themselves for this.  You can file bankruptcy to get out of it.
You are unlikely to succeed on this claim.  Plus, these companies cover themselves for this.  You can file bankruptcy to get out of it.
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