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I sent my car to a mechanic shop to work on it the mechanic move my car to his new shop without my consent days later it was stolen and found stripped

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by attorney Mr. Warren V. Norred   |   1 Answer
Depending on th3 value of the car, you should consider a small claims case, or a full lawsuit.  He was responsible for the vehicle, unless the two of you made some sort of specific agreement on the issue.  Good luck!
Depending on th3 value of the car, you should consider a small claims case, or a full lawsuit.  He was responsible for the vehicle, unless the... Read More

How can I get my name off a student loan as a co-signer?

Answered 6 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can't get your name off of the loan until it is paid off.
You can't get your name off of the loan until it is paid off.

i Dyed my roots and the dye burnt my hair off and I had long pretty hair!! I contacted the company and I am emotionally exhausted from it help plz

Answered 6 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Hire an attorney.
Hire an attorney.

Is there legal action I can take against this dealership?

Answered 6 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you are in Tennessee and the dealership in NC, then I would let it go. If the daughter does not want it, you will have to decide if you want to buy it or not. However, not worth the time and money you would have to put into it if you want to try to force them to sell you the car. However, advise the bank what has happened and stop payment on the check.... Read More
If you are in Tennessee and the dealership in NC, then I would let it go. If the daughter does not want it, you will have to decide if you... Read More

My husband passed away he owed he's car but got a car tile loan am I responsible to pay it to get the tile or can they repos it

Answered 6 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You are not liable for the debt but the car is. If you do not pay the debt, then they can come and get the car and sale it for what is owed on the loan.
You are not liable for the debt but the car is. If you do not pay the debt, then they can come and get the car and sale it for what is owed on the... Read More

Car dealer basically lied during a car sale

Answered 7 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can file a complaint with the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs. 
You can file a complaint with the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs. 

McDonald's

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Contact McDonald's claim's department and file a claim with it.
Contact McDonald's claim's department and file a claim with it.

If a uto repair shop causes a problem during repairs, can I take my truck to another auto repair shop and bill the first one that caused the problem.

Answered 7 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The 2nd repair shop  will look to you for payment and not the 1st repair shop unless the 1st repair shop agrees in writing to pay the 2nd repair shop. 
The 2nd repair shop  will look to you for payment and not the 1st repair shop unless the 1st repair shop agrees in writing to pay the 2nd... Read More

Waterline busted after installation

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If the waterline that burst was actually installed by the water softener company, then they should fix it. However, if the water line that actually burst was one that they simply attached their line to, then you would have to pay to fix it.
If the waterline that burst was actually installed by the water softener company, then they should fix it. However, if the water line that actually... Read More

can I file a lawsuit against sprint phone company for a phone that burned up.

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can sue if you want but that doesn't mean that you will win since I don't know the reason why the phone "burned up". 
You can sue if you want but that doesn't mean that you will win since I don't know the reason why the phone "burned up". 

I recently closed an account with Viasat and was told I owe for the entire month because I closed 2days after the new cycle and they don't prorate

Answered 7 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Look at your contract to see what is says about terminating before the end of the month.
Look at your contract to see what is says about terminating before the end of the month.

Are there laws that protects me from deceptive practices after purchasing a new vehicle?

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
There are laws that protect consumers from decetive practices. I can not answer your question in this forum. You need to speak with an attorney in your area in person.
There are laws that protect consumers from decetive practices. I can not answer your question in this forum. You need to speak with an attorney in... Read More

Can I sue the auto repair shop for the damages to my car

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you can prove that the current problems that you are having with the engine is caused by their negligence, then you can sue and win. You will more than likely need a mechanic to testify on your behalf.
If you can prove that the current problems that you are having with the engine is caused by their negligence, then you can sue and win. You will more... Read More

What can I do or what should I do about my vehicle

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
This is the nature of having a car with high mileage. Can't help you.
This is the nature of having a car with high mileage. Can't help you.

I purchased a car with a recall on the engine block and did not know about it until the 10 year period was over.

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Sorry, I can't help you.
Sorry, I can't help you.

can my primary borrower sue me?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Yes the primary signer can sue you.
Yes the primary signer can sue you.

Can walmart threaten me with police action for not showing my reciept to the door checker upon exit?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Yes they can ask for a receipt. That is only way to prove that you are not shoplifting.
Yes they can ask for a receipt. That is only way to prove that you are not shoplifting.

if a person would sign a paper saying he will take full responsible if a accident were to happen t6o him or has help , & sign it , would that hold up

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
No it would not hold up. He can not waive any rights that his workers might have against you. Besides that, if something were to happen and you got sued, what assets does he have to assume full responsibility for his workers injuries.
No it would not hold up. He can not waive any rights that his workers might have against you. Besides that, if something were to happen and you got... Read More

I bought a vehicle, sold in good condition,that is not. What can I do?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you purchased the car "as is", then whatever the salesman said is considered as puffing and you do not have a case. Next time, have the car examined by a mechanic of your choice before you buy it.
If you purchased the car "as is", then whatever the salesman said is considered as puffing and you do not have a case. Next time, have the car... Read More

does your firm work with card members services

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I don't understand your question.
I don't understand your question.

I ordered a sofa on July 29 and was promised that he would be here the following week I paid a down payment. He lied to me, he did not order the sofa

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You need to notify the store that you want your money back and move on to buy another sofa. You are not entitled to compensation for stress for not having a sofa.
You need to notify the store that you want your money back and move on to buy another sofa. You are not entitled to compensation for stress for not... Read More

Dealer repeatedly denied obvious warranty issues with new 2011 Honda Odyssey

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I am a little bit surprised that you waited six years to push this issue. While you can sue if you want to, the delay in doing so might hurt you.
I am a little bit surprised that you waited six years to push this issue. While you can sue if you want to, the delay in doing so might hurt you.

Sprint Employee signed as Lessee on my cell phone contract/lease agreement?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
No,  they are not valid if you did not sign the contract. Contact Sprint and discuss this issue with it.
No,  they are not valid if you did not sign the contract. Contact Sprint and discuss this issue with it.

Can they repossession my car, by slow payments?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you miss payments, they can repossess. I can not help you as far as getting the money necessary to payoff the note.
If you miss payments, they can repossess. I can not help you as far as getting the money necessary to payoff the note.

I recent won and was awarded a vehicle replacement in BBB Lemon law arbitration very easily, but was not awarded damages, should i sue?

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
As a general rule, you go to arbitration instead of court. Unless the arbitration agreement allows you to reject it and sue, you are stuck with the arbitration award.
As a general rule, you go to arbitration instead of court. Unless the arbitration agreement allows you to reject it and sue, you are stuck with the... Read More
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