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I need help: somebody has put lien on my car

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Quite possibly there is a contractual or statutory "mechanics" lien if you did not pay the transportation bill. You need to pay the transportation nill, get the car and then fight about contract issues or violations afterwards. 
Quite possibly there is a contractual or statutory "mechanics" lien if you did not pay the transportation bill. You need to pay the transportation... Read More

decking not installed

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Anthony Van Zwaren (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Did you write to Lowes (not talk with rep but write to their higher ups)? Did you pay a deposit? Demand the return of the deposit if they haven't commenced work. I don't know what your agreements called for, but the first thing you have to prove is damages. If there was an agreement but you didn't lay out any money, then you may not have damages. If you paid a deposit, or paid for materials, etc. then you have damages.... Read More
Did you write to Lowes (not talk with rep but write to their higher ups)? Did you pay a deposit? Demand the return of the deposit if they haven't... Read More

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.

How do I benefit from Floridas right to publicity law - do i need to be a full time resident? I have a home in Iowa and Florida

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
There are a variety of factors that may come into play. You will simply need to retain a lawyer at some expense to get all the details and go from there as to what remedies may exist. We do handle such cases an you can call our office at 813-877-6442 for a free consultaton to determine how we can be retained to help. ... Read More
There are a variety of factors that may come into play. You will simply need to retain a lawyer at some expense to get all the details and go from... Read More

My bank refuses to give me access to my mortgage acct all they do is take payment and won't even give me balance without making an appt. attorney ?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
If you have tried "for years" to get account information but haven't been able to get it, hiring a lawyer at some expense and possibly filing a lawsuit for an accounting would be the next logical step. 
If you have tried "for years" to get account information but haven't been able to get it, hiring a lawyer at some expense and possibly filing a... Read More

Am I legally responsible to pay a bill that isn't in my name? Lakeland electric is telling me I am.

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
"The bill was in my name, and it was paid off. " THIS is where the issue lies. If you have proof of this and that you never had involvment with the ex's new residence, then you will need to bring that to a lawyer to review for a collections violaton. Otherwise, if there was a bill in your name that THEY claim was unpaid OR some form of account transfer to the ex's new place because you signed a lease there, and then broke up or allowed the account transfer to happen, you may be stuck paying for the charges. I have no doubt that they are not claiming you owe the ex's bill 5 years later because you were togeher "at one point"  nor could they "merge his bill with your new spouses" as accounts aren't handled that way- there is more to it than that for sure. ... Read More
"The bill was in my name, and it was paid off. " THIS is where the issue lies. If you have proof of this and that you never had involvment with... Read More

We are having issues with a Rv Co. that is renting out our motor home since January 2017.We feel they owe us money on rentals they didnt report.

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will likely need to hire a lawyer at an hourly rate and retainer to address this. You can call our office at 1-83-877-6442 for a free consultation to see how we can help. 
You will likely need to hire a lawyer at an hourly rate and retainer to address this. You can call our office at 1-83-877-6442 for a free... Read More

Unpaid utility bill

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
1) You can file for bankruptcy. 2) You can enter into a repayment plan and stipulate in court to a settlement 3) You can apply for a hardship payment plan with UI too, I believe.  4) Consult with an attorney - Hint: This is your best choice.
1) You can file for bankruptcy. 2) You can enter into a repayment plan and stipulate in court to a settlement 3) You can apply for a hardship... Read More

Deck not installed

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Anthony Van Zwaren (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Depending upon the amount you already invested you might have a suit in small claims (under $3,000), special civil (up to $15,000) or Law Division (any amount up to and above $15,000). In addition to out-of-pocket expenses you may have a claim for consumer fraud which would entitle you to more than your original investment and even may cover attorney fees. That is if the contractor is legitimate and you can even recover from them. There are many fly by night companies. You can also file complaint with Consumer Affairs in Newark.... Read More
Depending upon the amount you already invested you might have a suit in small claims (under $3,000), special civil (up to $15,000) or Law Division... Read More

Purchase of Used Vehicle and the dealer never mention that it had a problem. On my way home the car started to Jerk and twas difficult to shift gear

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Anthony Van Zwaren (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
There are lemon laws but they are applicable only for cars that have a certain amount of miles on them and are of a certain age. The car must be seven years old or less, have 100,000 miles or less and have cost more than $3,000.00. Enclosed is a booklet that might help you understand your rights. http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/News/Brochures/Lemon-Law-Road-to-Relief-Brochure.pdf  ... Read More
There are lemon laws but they are applicable only for cars that have a certain amount of miles on them and are of a certain age. The car must be... Read More

I'm being sued in the US District Court of NJ (?), for my student loans which I paid back in full 13 yrs. ago (full documentation already sent in)...

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Anthony Van Zwaren (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you are being sued in NJ District Court then you don't need a NY attorney regardless of where the debt arose. There are two courts, Newark or Trenton for Federal District Court. There is also a site called www.pacer.gov where you should be able to pull up your court information and see if which court it is located in.... Read More
If you are being sued in NJ District Court then you don't need a NY attorney regardless of where the debt arose. There are two courts, Newark or... Read More

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.

We lease a car KiA Feb 2016

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will likely have to hire a lawyer to address this if there is a dipsute about why the car "got stuck" and the engine failed. In the mean time you definitely want to get the mainetance records showing you had proper maintenance as they will typically put this on your credit and sue over such damages. ... Read More
You will likely have to hire a lawyer to address this if there is a dipsute about why the car "got stuck" and the engine failed. In the mean time you... Read More

Replevin

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
There is no way around this costing thousands of dollars in legal fees to pursue, for replevin or damages, thats simply a fact of life. Another fact of life is you will need to retain a lawyer to address such an issue as you can see you aleady made costly mistakes as you should have sued for damages in the alternative to replevin and now you have to file a new lawsuit. ... Read More
There is no way around this costing thousands of dollars in legal fees to pursue, for replevin or damages, thats simply a fact of life. Another fact... Read More

If a furniture store refuses to pick up returned merchandise for several months is it considered abandoned by them

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You must give the furniture back.
You must give the furniture back.

In Florida, is it a legal requirement for a business to give the customer an itemized receipt.?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
No. There is no such requirement as you described absent an agreed contract provison that you could have negotiated otherwise. 
No. There is no such requirement as you described absent an agreed contract provison that you could have negotiated otherwise. 

We paid daycare to drive our son to school in a van and today the owner drove my son in his personal car and without a car seat. Do we have a case?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Anthony Van Zwaren (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers
I agree with Mr. Dimon that if there were no injuries there would be no damages. However, if you suffered losses because of being improperly kicked out of the daycare I would certainly report them to the Div. of Consumer Affairs for improperly supervising their charges. If you had losses from tuitiion or even from embarrassment for their mistake, you might have a case. There is a case in the newspapers involving a school bus company in Paterson that neglected a child left or improperly dropped off by the driver. Just because the child was not injured does not mean there might not be a case against the school.... Read More
I agree with Mr. Dimon that if there were no injuries there would be no damages. However, if you suffered losses because of being improperly kicked... Read More

When is a car falls under the lemon Law in Florida?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You can review Fla., Stat. 681 and visit the Attorney General website for the applicable standards. 
You can review Fla., Stat. 681 and visit the Attorney General website for the applicable standards. 

Is this a legal home purchase?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will need to HIRE a real estate lawyer not rely on free non-legal tidbits from brokers - which are candidly little more than sales people. 
You will need to HIRE a real estate lawyer not rely on free non-legal tidbits from brokers - which are candidly little more than sales people. 

payday loan

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Making a payment was a very bad idea.  It looks like you think you owe it.  The whole thing may be a scam.  If you set up an automatic debit from your account you need to block this with the bank, or close the account.  The letter is useless, as is the FTC complaint.
Making a payment was a very bad idea.  It looks like you think you owe it.  The whole thing may be a scam.  If you set up an automatic... Read More

A person said they wanted to buy my camper, gave me a deposit and now a week later decided they don't want to buy it. Can I keep the deposit?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Unless there is an agreement in writing that says so, no.
Unless there is an agreement in writing that says so, no.

The property mgt co had my vehicle towed. they said it was parked in a no parking space. This is not true. I have verification on where it was park.

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will to prove not allege it was a wrongful towing. Absent video or some sort of objective evidence, that may be hard to do. 
You will to prove not allege it was a wrongful towing. Absent video or some sort of objective evidence, that may be hard to do. 

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

New paint job peeling ,paint on Windows steering wheel cover paint not matching peeling off all over got paint on my Dash and scratched my Dash up

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will likely need to decide whether its worth spending money on an attorney to get involved or sue. If not, call it a msitake, take the car eslewhere and get a proper paint job done. Otherwise, you simply need to spend the money to hire a lawyer to review the issues and go from there. ... Read More
You will likely need to decide whether its worth spending money on an attorney to get involved or sue. If not, call it a msitake, take the car... 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
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