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Anyone know the procedure when hiring a lawyer to help with a timeshare cancellation?

Answered a year and 10 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
No such thing as every case is different as is every time share agreement. That said, you conflate credit issues with legal liabilities - they are not the same. You may have to sacrifice your credit, to get out of the ongoing payment obligations or financial exposures, whether from stopping payments or bankruptcy and likely spending money on lawyers to try to get you out of the agreement under a variety of arguments that might exist. "Talking to" lawyers is not the same as actually hiring one - any more than talking to an oncologist address your mole or tumor vs actually hiring one. Use thefind a lawyer feature to locate and hire a lawyer ASAP. ... Read More
No such thing as every case is different as is every time share agreement. That said, you conflate credit issues with legal liabilities - they are... Read More

Do have I have a case against this abuser?

Answered a year and 10 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Unfortunately, in most everywhere in Florida - A/C is not required by statute as a condition to rent a property. That said a verbal 45 day notice to terminate a tenancy is not proper (has to be in writing) nor is it proper when there is a lease. Same with the fence. There is no 60 day notice in Florida. You may need to retain a tenant lawyer to address this with the LL to make sure you can stay as long as you pay the rent or to negotiate termination of the tenancy so you can move elsewhere. You might want to contact legal aid to see if they will intervene. ... Read More
Unfortunately, in most everywhere in Florida - A/C is not required by statute as a condition to rent a property. That said a verbal 45 day notice to... Read More

Can I sue a body shop for ruining the function of my car?

Answered a year and 11 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
It looks like you are having an issue with a property damage claim. Few lawyers handle property damage claims unless they are retained to handle any attendant personal injury claim, handled on contingency fee of course. Reach out to one of us here in Florida for a review and possible retention if needed. ... Read More
It looks like you are having an issue with a property damage claim. Few lawyers handle property damage claims unless they are retained to handle any... Read More

Should I send a certified resignation letter or just resign or be terminated?

Answered a year and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You wil need to HIRE an employment lawyer to address these questions. There is no means to direct your response to such an issue absent having ALL of the details and circumstance reviewed including the document at issue. 
You wil need to HIRE an employment lawyer to address these questions. There is no means to direct your response to such an issue absent having ALL of... Read More

Can my landlord help pay the cost of electricity if electricity is three times higher than normal, due to a faulty HVAC system?

Answered 2 years ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
YOu went from CAN the LL do this or that to "do I have the right to not pay rent" and they are 2 different concepts. You can always ASK but rarely DEMAND or break a lease. You would be better off hiring an HVAC specialist to see what is specifically wrong with the A/C and then what it would cost to fix it. I might be cheaper in the long run to have the AC repaired... Read More
YOu went from CAN the LL do this or that to "do I have the right to not pay rent" and they are 2 different concepts. You can always ASK but rarely... Read More

I signed a agreement for a violation of not submitting a written plan to have a driveway put in. The fine was agreed upon with the Board.

Answered 2 years and 2 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Not sure what the question is. This seems to be just an announcement.
Not sure what the question is. This seems to be just an announcement.

how do i get my money back

Answered 2 years and 3 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
YOu will likely need to hire a lawyer to review the contract and intervene. Hopefully you did not pay for all the work in advance. 
YOu will likely need to hire a lawyer to review the contract and intervene. Hopefully you did not pay for all the work in advance. 

Do I have to pay for both rent and alternative lodging while landlord takes care of a previously unpaid water bill.

Answered 2 years and 4 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You are both right - sort of. While the LL is right about the 7 day letter, the LL also cannot interfere with a utility service and would be obligated for 3x monthly rent for doing so if you are able to prove that the utility provider would not let you get the water established in your name at move in. ... Read More
You are both right - sort of. While the LL is right about the 7 day letter, the LL also cannot interfere with a utility service and would be... Read More

Mold attorney

Answered 2 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Not sure what the question is as opposed to an announcement. If you purchased a home and it has mold, the starting point is its your problem to fix. You will need to hire a mold remediator to address that. Unless there was a substantial material defect that warrants spending a lot of money on legal fees to address trying to rescind the sale if there was some undisclosed water leak or damage repairs are part of the expense of buying a used house. Not sure why this was not discovered with the inspector you hired prior to purchase, but you mgith need to review those reports to see what level of inspection was done.... Read More
Not sure what the question is as opposed to an announcement. If you purchased a home and it has mold, the starting point is its your problem to fix.... Read More

Can I sue for breach of contract

Answered 2 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Possibly, if they have agreed that its thier fault, as most moving contracts pay for damages by the pound, not like an insurance carrier. It will likely cost you more than simply repalcing the cabinet glass, but you have the legal right. 
Possibly, if they have agreed that its thier fault, as most moving contracts pay for damages by the pound, not like an insurance carrier. It will... Read More

Am trying to purchase a vehicle in a dealership they have switched the contract twice and there asking for me to sign the contract a third time .

Answered 2 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This sounds like a yo-yo scam if the rates and costs keep increasing. You should have refused the first re-do on the first contract. Now you need to retain a lawyer ASAP and should sign no other contracts unless the lawyer directs otherwise. In the meantime you will likely need to try to unwind the deal and get your money and trade-in back.... Read More
This sounds like a yo-yo scam if the rates and costs keep increasing. You should have refused the first re-do on the first contract. Now you need to... Read More

What type of attorney would handle getting my name removed from a title of a car that I co-sign the loan and am the primary owner of the car. I haven.

Answered 2 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You can hire a civil trial lawyer to file suit to have you removed from the title. Depending on how its titled, the lawyer may direct you to repossess the vehicle during the pendency of the litigation. 
You can hire a civil trial lawyer to file suit to have you removed from the title. Depending on how its titled, the lawyer may direct you to... Read More

How can I request a copy of contract on property from buyer?

Answered 2 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Your question makes no sense as you cast yourself as both seller and buyer.
Your question makes no sense as you cast yourself as both seller and buyer.

Ft myers beach...Negligence from mobile home dealer, no property sight done,home was to large for park, damaged sewer lines etc! Need help please

Answered 2 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will need to hire a lawyer to determine whose responsibility it was to get a site plan, permits etc. They will need to review all the documents etc. Start with real estate lawyers in your area. 
You will need to hire a lawyer to determine whose responsibility it was to get a site plan, permits etc. They will need to review all the documents... Read More

My landlord gave me a three day notice to surrender rent or property but the amount owed on the notice is 0. What can I do, is this harassment?

Answered 2 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
A 3 day notice is for back rent and cannot have a zero amount. You will likely need to retain a lawyer to address what remedies may exist in dealing with this situation. 
A 3 day notice is for back rent and cannot have a zero amount. You will likely need to retain a lawyer to address what remedies may exist in dealing... Read More

If a car dealership altered a signed contract after it was signed- can thye be sued?

Answered 2 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Possibly. It all depends on the details and what you are trying to acheive. You will need to retain a lawyer to review all the details before doing anything.
Possibly. It all depends on the details and what you are trying to acheive. You will need to retain a lawyer to review all the details before doing... Read More

Is there a Florida law that protects a limited English speaking person?

Answered 2 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Not on that basis, NO. There may be other issues with how the sale transpired regardless of the language barrier.
Not on that basis, NO. There may be other issues with how the sale transpired regardless of the language barrier.

I’ve been trying to disconnect dish TV, and they won’t disconnect me

Answered 2 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
If you signed a contract, you are expected to abide by its terms. Thats not "wrong." There is likely an early termination fee and financial penalties you will have to pay.  Otherwise you will have to decide if its worth spending the money on a lawyer to address termination of the contract. ... Read More
If you signed a contract, you are expected to abide by its terms. Thats not "wrong." There is likely an early termination fee and financial penalties... Read More

I own my property but not the land, Can I be evicted for violations of yard decor?

Answered 2 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You already know the answer to this. This is not a "yard decor" issue with garden gnomes. This is a  junkyard violation. Either finish the repairs immediately or relocate the the materials to a storage unit offsite until you can use them. 
You already know the answer to this. This is not a "yard decor" issue with garden gnomes. This is a  junkyard violation. Either finish the... Read More

We would like to receive advice on a contract that was given to us at settlement but was not put in our names when we called the company.

Answered 2 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
A/C is NOT an appliance for most appliance service contracts. If there is no warranty on the A/C if it breaks after you take ownership, its yours to fix at your expense. If it wasn't transferred, and DID cover A/C then you had to maske a choice about waiting for approved repairs and sorting out the transfer or having them done as an emergency. ... Read More
A/C is NOT an appliance for most appliance service contracts. If there is no warranty on the A/C if it breaks after you take ownership, its yours to... Read More

Can I cancel an Auto Debit Authorization after signed?

Answered 2 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
YOu will need to retain a lawyer to review the documents you signed and advise you from there. 
YOu will need to retain a lawyer to review the documents you signed and advise you from there. 

Can I be forced to pay half of a mortgage as a co-signer is my name is not on the deed.

Answered 2 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Yes. You are on the loan not the deed. 
Yes. You are on the loan not the deed. 

what rights do I have living in mobile home purchased with another? I pay lot rent and reside but he went and removed name off titile

Answered 2 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
If he is legally only person on title, he has that right. You will need to hire a lawyer to sue and have a judge address whether your legal or equitable rights have been violated. 
If he is legally only person on title, he has that right. You will need to hire a lawyer to sue and have a judge address whether your legal or... Read More

Who would be my best choice Embezzlement/fraud lawyer?

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
General civl trial lawyer or business litigaiton lawyer is what you are looking for. 
General civl trial lawyer or business litigaiton lawyer is what you are looking for. 

All my valuable and expensive belongings I had you leave I’m stressfully unexpected eviction that wasn’t properly notice served and legally performed.

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You will need to find a tenant lawyer you can afford to hire to investigate these issues. Use the find a lawyer feature for that.
You will need to find a tenant lawyer you can afford to hire to investigate these issues. Use the find a lawyer feature for that.
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