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Class action for what? There literally thousands of such cases filed monthly, but thy may have nothing to do with you or an issue you may have. 
Class action for what? There literally thousands of such cases filed monthly, but thy may have nothing to do with you or an issue you may have. 

Privacy act violation

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This can be done but you will spend thousands of dollars out of pocket to hire a lawyer to pursue such a case. 
This can be done but you will spend thousands of dollars out of pocket to hire a lawyer to pursue such a case. 
First, absent you being able to walk away from $31,000.00 because you have so much money that its of no consequence, this is one the most foolish decisions I have seen in a while. You NEVER send such a large amount of money to some car dealer on the internet and then try to get your money back if you change your mind. YOu may well have to hire a lawyer now at your expense to pursue this. Moreover DO NOT give them access to your bank account to wire the money - you may find that you have no money leftif they drain the account. ... Read More
First, absent you being able to walk away from $31,000.00 because you have so much money that its of no consequence, this is one the most foolish... Read More
This will require tha a lawyer review the details of your agreement and then go from there. You may need to pay for the lawyers time for such a review - generally we have a 1 hour  consultation charge for this at $350.00 hour. 
This will require tha a lawyer review the details of your agreement and then go from there. You may need to pay for the lawyers time for such a... Read More

How do I receive a rightful refund for a used car?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
"My fiancé and I are young and this is our first time buying a car. We got a loan from our bank and we jumped the gun with this lot/car choice. We are unsatisfied and we just want our money back so we can be on our way and go somewhere else" ...Despite what you may have been indoctrinated to believe, there are no "do overs" or "take backs" in the real world. That you are "young" and buying your first car, imposes on you the obligation to be MORE diligent than usual or secure the help of someone knowledgable in advance to assist you. The millenial strategy of "point and pout" by just doing things because you can and dealing with bad results later, such as when someone takes advantage of you, is simply useless in comparison to taking the time to make proper decisions in advance. This is especially true when you factor in the cost and expense of hiring lawyers to sort things out can exceed the amount in controversy. The old adage of " an ounce of prevention being worth a poundof cure" comes into play here..  The above stated, if you bought the car "as -is" that means when it drives off the lot and you signed the papers, its YOUR car and any repairs or problems are yours also. The exception to this is fraud or violation of Fla. Stat. 501.976, but thats a VERY expensive lawsuit to pursue and very high risk as fraud is a very hard standard to prove. Simply being "unsatisfied" is nowhere close to meeting that standard as you have to prove actual deception, and "we're young and didn't know better" does not meet that standard. Sadly, this will likely be an expensive learning lesson for both of you about being more discriminating and diligent in your financial affairs. ... Read More
"My fiancé and I are young and this is our first time buying a car. We got a loan from our bank and we jumped the gun with this lot/car... Read More
Not even close........and if it were viable, would costs thousands and likely tens of thousands of dollars to pursue. 
Not even close........and if it were viable, would costs thousands and likely tens of thousands of dollars to pursue. 
No case is a "slam dunk" and this one requires expert testimony, which is costly.  That said, any good lawyer can handle it.  If you expect it to be a contingency case that is where you will have a problem.
No case is a "slam dunk" and this one requires expert testimony, which is costly.  That said, any good lawyer can handle it.  If you expect... Read More

brand new car lease

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
The Lemon Law allows the right of the dealer to fix the car.  Thus, you can only get out if they cannot fix it.  It is not at that point yet as they are willing to fix it and are doing it at their cost.
The Lemon Law allows the right of the dealer to fix the car.  Thus, you can only get out if they cannot fix it.  It is not at that point... Read More
You must work with the manufacturer on a compromise. Maybe a different vehicle? Litigation is not the solution. Ed Dimon       
You must work with the manufacturer on a compromise. Maybe a different vehicle? Litigation is not the solution. Ed Dimon       

can an auto dealer keep my plate

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
No.  Call the police and say your plates have been stolen by the dealer.
No.  Call the police and say your plates have been stolen by the dealer.
You may need to sue them over it. The key is actually acceptin the fac tthat you will have to spend more money on hiring a lawyer and actually doing something about it. 
You may need to sue them over it. The key is actually acceptin the fac tthat you will have to spend more money on hiring a lawyer and actually doing... Read More
Noting in general and likely nothing that is financially feasible. This is the peril of such transactions being done without lawyers. All well and good until they are not. You wiull have to have that person provide a bill of sale or powerof attorney to you for the transaction or wait until they come back or fly out to them to egt he paper work competed... Read More
Noting in general and likely nothing that is financially feasible. This is the peril of such transactions being done without lawyers. All well and... Read More
  "I am not being a dead beat. " ...unfortunately - if you racked up $19,000.00 of bills you cannot pay to live at ethe expense of the bank - they will view that much differently I am afraid. You probably need to talk to a bankruptcy lawyer about filing bankruptcy. 
  "I am not being a dead beat. " ...unfortunately - if you racked up $19,000.00 of bills you cannot pay to live at ethe expense of the bank... Read More

How would i go by filing a claim if a business has done property damage to my vehicle

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you have already filed a claim and they are denying liability, the only thing left is to sue them.
If you have already filed a claim and they are denying liability, the only thing left is to sue them.

Can I sue UPS for damaged?

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
No.  You are responsible for declaring a value and buying insurance for that value.
No.  You are responsible for declaring a value and buying insurance for that value.
"I'm a single mom I clean homes for a living I don't have that kind of money.".....yet as a single mom you have enough money to own rental properties? Can't have it both ways......As this was a rental property, the damage was done, and since you don't seem to have handled the situation well from several angles, you are likely stuck with what you now claim are excessvie repairs as a practical matter since you won't likely be able to afford a lawyer either. You may want to get a home equity loan or find some other means to pay the repair bill and simply factor that into the future rent. On a positive note you need to keep reocrds of the expenses for tax purposes as you might find some benefit there at least. ... Read More
"I'm a single mom I clean homes for a living I don't have that kind of money.".....yet as a single mom you have enough money to own rental... Read More
You will just have to decide whether its worth spending more money to sue him. There may also be need to seeif Home Advisor has some liability if the reviews or ratings are false or there is some dipsute resolution program they offer. 
You will just have to decide whether its worth spending more money to sue him. There may also be need to seeif Home Advisor has some liability if the... Read More
You willneed to hire a lawyer to sue under Fla. Stat. 559 to recvoer the car and then address damages. 
You willneed to hire a lawyer to sue under Fla. Stat. 559 to recvoer the car and then address damages. 

Intentional damage to returned merchandise

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Just tell the collections company that you are not going to pay for it.
Just tell the collections company that you are not going to pay for it.
Go to the dealer and see whether they would accept the car back and waive the lease.  If you return the car, you will not be responsible for repo fees etc., which you would be if you just do not pay and keep the car.  Explain you cannot pay.
Go to the dealer and see whether they would accept the car back and waive the lease.  If you return the car, you will not be responsible for... Read More
You are probably SOL on this issue. From a financial angle you will likely spend the money in dispute or more fighting over the repairs. 
You are probably SOL on this issue. From a financial angle you will likely spend the money in dispute or more fighting over the repairs. 
Unless you have a warranty that covers it - a repair shop is not obligated to provide you a rental car. That is YOUR reponsibility. This sounds like you have been trying to handle an accident repair without a lawyer. You may need to simply accept that you have to spend some money to hire a lawyer to sort this all out. ... Read More
Unless you have a warranty that covers it - a repair shop is not obligated to provide you a rental car. That is YOUR reponsibility. This sounds like... Read More

can't get a title for a car i bought

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will have to hire a lawyer to file suit to try and get a judge to order the car titled in your name. As to the lien, you may get stuck paying it. 
You will have to hire a lawyer to file suit to try and get a judge to order the car titled in your name. As to the lien, you may get stuck paying... Read More

Car Lease

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
If you signed a contract and simply didn't understand the terms its typically too late now to second guess the deal. If you want to hire a lawyer to review the deal and explain the detais to you along any improprieties. 
If you signed a contract and simply didn't understand the terms its typically too late now to second guess the deal. If you want to hire a lawyer to... Read More
You will have to hire a lawyer at some expense to address the contract breach  or simply call it a bad day and move on to get the renovations done by someone else. 
You will have to hire a lawyer at some expense to address the contract breach  or simply call it a bad day and move on to get the renovations... Read More