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If my car has been sent to a lawyer for repossession for the full amount, am I permitted to make payments on the full amount

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Unless this is a car you bought in 1997, you bought the car with the injury you described already having occured. As such, this is hardliy a compelling reason for defaulting on the loan. Generally when the car has been repoed or is out for repo they are looking for money not promises to pay. YOu may need to review your finances with a bankruptcy lawyer and go from there.... Read More
Unless this is a car you bought in 1997, you bought the car with the injury you described already having occured. As such, this is hardliy a... Read More

I recently paid a settlement amount on a debt which I did not know existed, but no one is showing this debt as a zero balance.

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Hopefully you have proof of payment. If you do  - you will likely have a collection harrasment lawsuit agaiunst one of the entities trying collect. 
Hopefully you have proof of payment. If you do  - you will likely have a collection harrasment lawsuit agaiunst one of the entities trying... Read More

I was removed from American Airline flight and was not given any information as to why

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Other than hiring a lawyer, at some expense,  to intervene and find out that inforamtion not sure what you are asking.
Other than hiring a lawyer, at some expense,  to intervene and find out that inforamtion not sure what you are asking.

I need a lawyer because I want to sue an auto body shop. Who was paid by my insurance and did not fix the car properly. its refusing to fix the car

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
If you are in my area, I would consider representing you.
If you are in my area, I would consider representing you.

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". 

Can they do this?

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
That is very possible depending on the value of the vehicle. Leases are funny like that. I had a similar problem with BMW.
That is very possible depending on the value of the vehicle. Leases are funny like that. I had a similar problem with BMW.

Is it iligal to redecorate a brand of shie and resale it

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The key is the brand and what you are doing to the shoe. Nike will come after you if you are 'decorating' their shoes. Nike wants to 'protect the brand'. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600
The key is the brand and what you are doing to the shoe. Nike will come after you if you are 'decorating' their shoes. Nike wants to 'protect the... Read More

Live Bug in Food

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Sure if it occurred in the restaurant. If it occurred at home or elswhere with take out? Not likely. Either way its not as much a good legal case as it may be a complaint to the health department. 
Sure if it occurred in the restaurant. If it occurred at home or elswhere with take out? Not likely. Either way its not as much a good legal case as... Read More

looking to pursue case against Marriott corporation for slander and harrassment and unethical practices

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
It sounds like a very difficult case to prove. I am also not sure that they did anything untoward or illegal and finally, I don't know what kind of damages you would have or how you would quantify them.  I think more information is needed to determine if there is a viable case here.
It sounds like a very difficult case to prove. I am also not sure that they did anything untoward or illegal and finally, I don't know what kind of... Read More

my car engine died while the body shop had it. Who's responsible for the cost of replacing the engine?

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Unless you can show the body shop destroyed the engine thet are not liable. There is nothing a body shop would usually do that affects the engine so unless it was a newer car with properly maintained engine this may just be coincidence. 
Unless you can show the body shop destroyed the engine thet are not liable. There is nothing a body shop would usually do that affects the engine so... Read More

Cell phone

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
"Its not fair" and "I wanna cry" are not legal responses to the issue. If you cancelled the line and didn't pay attention to realize they did not andpaid the bills for several months, that is your responsibility equally, especially since you dont remember the day you called. You may want to check your phone bill as presumably this will show up in your call log. Other than that, pay the charge for the line, CONFIRM its been cancelled, takes notes and check your next bill to make sure. ... Read More
"Its not fair" and "I wanna cry" are not legal responses to the issue. If you cancelled the line and didn't pay attention to realize they did not... Read More

how do i get compensated for my trip that didn't happen?

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This all revolves around the terms and conditions of the booking agreement. You will need to review them thoroughly with a lawyer to determine who made the error and whether you are entitled to a credit or refund. 
This all revolves around the terms and conditions of the booking agreement. You will need to review them thoroughly with a lawyer to determine who... Read More

I bought a car 20 days ago and I was scammed, what can i do? Can I return it?

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
No idea in a vacuum about what you can or cant do. It would all revolve around your documents you signed but dont have copies of. 
No idea in a vacuum about what you can or cant do. It would all revolve around your documents you signed but dont have copies of. 

What type of lawyer would I contact to resolve a problem with a private college tuition debt?

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
You can negotiate whatever they will accept.   $250 per month seems like a good deal.  But if you refuse, you might get a better deal later, but have to pay legal fees, etc., that make it not better.
You can negotiate whatever they will accept.   $250 per month seems like a good deal.  But if you refuse, you might get a better deal... Read More

Do I need to contact an outside party for help with a manufacturer dodging a warranty?

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You may need to hire a "lemon law" lawyer to address these issues as they usually handle "Magnusso-Moss" Warranty Act cases also. 
You may need to hire a "lemon law" lawyer to address these issues as they usually handle "Magnusso-Moss" Warranty Act cases also. 

Which type of attorney can sue UPS with a "substantial" claim spanning 2 years?

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
A consumer or civil trial lawyer. To be clear, the facts described are not a "substantial" case and you will likely need to hire a lawyer at an hourly rate and retainer to pursue such an issue. 
A consumer or civil trial lawyer. To be clear, the facts described are not a "substantial" case and you will likely need to hire a lawyer at an... Read More

Payday Loans that are Illegal?

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
"I was told" is never a good foundation for decision making. You need to retain a lawyer to review your situation for all the loans at issue 90% of online payday loans are illegal shams
"I was told" is never a good foundation for decision making. You need to retain a lawyer to review your situation for all the loans at issue 90% of... Read More

Can I sue Nordstrom Rack for allowing a male employee to be inside a women’s dressing room, when their policy is no men allowed in women’s fitting roo

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
If you want to spend the thousands of dollars in expenses doing so sure, you can give it a shot. 
If you want to spend the thousands of dollars in expenses doing so sure, you can give it a shot. 

Do we have recourse from a car manufacturer's defect 27 months after purchasing the car?

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
YOu can hire a mold assessor at your expense and pursue mold remediation under the warranty and make a lemon law claim. Thats the most cost efficient path to travel. 
YOu can hire a mold assessor at your expense and pursue mold remediation under the warranty and make a lemon law claim. Thats the most cost efficient... Read More

I bought a new car ($34,000) with 12 miles on it broke down at 283. The dealer does not want to cancel the contract but fix the defective car instead.

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This is a warranty/lemon law issue. Not a cancel the purchase issue on the facts presented. 
This is a warranty/lemon law issue. Not a cancel the purchase issue on the facts presented. 

Auto dealer ran my credit 18x,lost $1K towards closing cost,not to mention the over $10K loss due to % increased from .50 to .75 Can I dispute this?TY

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Rule #1  - NEVER buy a house right after you buy a car. Causes way too many finanical issues. You will need a written statement from the lender specifically attributing the changes SOLELY to the pulling credit18 times as opposed to increasing debt to income ratio or other reasons..
Rule #1  - NEVER buy a house right after you buy a car. Causes way too many finanical issues. You will need a written statement from the lender... Read More

where to file Motion to Renew and Reargue?

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Same court.  But that is the wrong strategy.  You should appeal.  You cannot appeal a denial of a reargument, and the time to appeal the main decision will run.
Same court.  But that is the wrong strategy.  You should appeal.  You cannot appeal a denial of a reargument, and the time to... Read More

I bought yogurt from Publix Supermarkets in Homosassa Fl. today. When I got home I took one to eat and realized that it had expired 5 days ago.

Answered 7 years and 10 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
No - you have no damages to warrant a lawsuit. Return them with your reciept and they should refund you. 
No - you have no damages to warrant a lawsuit. Return them with your reciept and they should refund you. 

What to do about a dealership

Answered 7 years and 10 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
There is no car dealer/client confidentiality, like a doctor or lawyer, so I see no claim here.
There is no car dealer/client confidentiality, like a doctor or lawyer, so I see no claim here.
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