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Am I Entitled to a Refund For Non-Used Treatments?

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Courtney Cotter   |   1 Answer
It would depend on what the contract states. If the contract specifically states that each visit is considered the treatment in its entirety then you have a valid point. I would have to see the contract to know. 
It would depend on what the contract states. If the contract specifically states that each visit is considered the treatment in its entirety then you... Read More

Is a Land Contract valid if it was signed by only one of the owners without the other owners knowledge?

Answered 5 years and 6 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
No, absent facts beyond what you've stated in your quetion, one owner cannot sell real property out from under another owner.  However, if the non-signing owner refuses to go along ith the contract, you might have a dlaim for damages against the signing owner.
No, absent facts beyond what you've stated in your quetion, one owner cannot sell real property out from under another owner.  However, if the... Read More

When a major company buys another out, merges and agreements aren’t kept what happens?

Answered 6 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I can not answer the question because that would depend on the contracts of the merger/take over.
I can not answer the question because that would depend on the contracts of the merger/take over.

What kind of lawyer is needed for a lawsuit against at&t for them over charging me out if my signed contract... Contract is not over until March 2019

Answered 6 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would suggest that you contact consumer affairs for the State of Tennessee and file a complaint with it against AT&T.
I would suggest that you contact consumer affairs for the State of Tennessee and file a complaint with it against AT&T.

How do I cancel a purchase and sale agreement for the sale of my home once we have signed it and changed our mind about saling the property?

Answered 6 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
They can't go forward with the sale if you notified your agent that you don't want to sell the property. Just refuse to sign any documents (except that which is necessary to rescind the sale) and if they try to schedule a closing, don't show up.
They can't go forward with the sale if you notified your agent that you don't want to sell the property. Just refuse to sign any documents (except... Read More

Is it fraud

Answered 6 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If your husband asked you to give him money and you did so voluntarily, this is not fraud.
If your husband asked you to give him money and you did so voluntarily, this is not fraud.

How long are option contracts good for on thesale of a house?

Answered 6 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
How long did the agreement say that the option was for? An option means that he could exercise the option to purchase or not. Thus, there is no breach of contract if he decides not to exercise that option. If it was created in 2007 and he has not exercised the option, then sale the house to whomever you want.... Read More
How long did the agreement say that the option was for? An option means that he could exercise the option to purchase or not. Thus, there is no... Read More

If a contract is signed between 2 and is not notarized or witnessed by anyone other than the 2 parties, is it still "legal" &binding if handwritten

Answered 6 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Yes, it is legal and binding on the parties.
Yes, it is legal and binding on the parties.

I would like to terminate my partnership contract due to multiple reasons

Answered 7 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If she will not agree to terminate, then you can file a lawsuit to force the termination of the partnership. You might want to read the Revised Uniform Partneship Act for Tennessee.
If she will not agree to terminate, then you can file a lawsuit to force the termination of the partnership. You might want to read the Revised... Read More

If I place a $1450 nonrefundable deposit on a hunting trip to Mexico but cancel due to safety concerns, can I get a refund? Canceled 7 months ahead

Answered 7 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I am assuming that you knew something about the terms and conditions before you sent them the money. If it is nonrefundable, then you will not get it back.
I am assuming that you knew something about the terms and conditions before you sent them the money. If it is nonrefundable, then you will not get it... Read More

Where do I stand?

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would suggest that you cancel the contract, get your old car back but you will be responsible for paying off the $1,800. You can't cancel the contract and then expect them to pay off your old car too. Then start looking again for another better car.
I would suggest that you cancel the contract, get your old car back but you will be responsible for paying off the $1,800. You can't cancel the... Read More

I have a contract for deed and the grantor passes away. However, a will was read that stated the grantors kids have rights to the property.

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Give me a call and we can talk about it. I need more information.
Give me a call and we can talk about it. I need more information.

The management co. for my Home Owner's Association illegally debited my checking account for $1,537.50. I want to sue them and the board members.

Answered 7 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You will have to call around to find an attorney willing to meet to discuss this matter and possibly to represent you.
You will have to call around to find an attorney willing to meet to discuss this matter and possibly to represent you.

Challenging a private company request for proposal

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
As a general rule, private companies, unlike government entities,  are free to establish their own criteria for who wins a bid. I would think that your chances of succeeding are very slim.
As a general rule, private companies, unlike government entities,  are free to establish their own criteria for who wins a bid. I would think... Read More

Do you have to pay move out fee if your lease says $0 move out fee?

Answered 8 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If the lease says $0 move out fee then that is what controls.
If the lease says $0 move out fee then that is what controls.

Can a couple get out of a timeshare because the maintenance fees are too high to pay every year and unable to sell it.

Answered 8 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Contact the companies who advertise that they can get you out of timeshares and speak with them about what services they offer and the cost.
Contact the companies who advertise that they can get you out of timeshares and speak with them about what services they offer and the cost.

Is a signed and written contract between an elderly person and there caretaker leagal

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If your father is competent, then it is legal. It would be better to take him to have him sign the contract in front of a notary who can verify that he was competent when he signed it,  just in case his competence is questioned by other family members at a later date after he passes.... Read More
If your father is competent, then it is legal. It would be better to take him to have him sign the contract in front of a notary who can verify... Read More

If there was no apparent sign am I obligated to pay a private lot for parking. There was no evidence the slot was in a lot -no sign with any info

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If there was no indication that it was a private property, then you do not have to pay.
If there was no indication that it was a private property, then you do not have to pay.

I aHow im tmthe primary account holder. Also a secured loan for 10,000. They have tried to say they closed it. I she is now the only one on the any he

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

Never received refresher course

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Sorry but I cannot  figure out what you are asking.
Sorry but I cannot  figure out what you are asking.

Had actionsWould like to know if I was neglected by the teaI had a contract with the Texas workforce to pay for my job training classes an

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Sorry, but what you wrote didn't make any sense.
Sorry, but what you wrote didn't make any sense.

Few yrs ago, my business partner runaway, I had to pay for his debts, now recently I found him how can I pursuit to file a claim to get my money back

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Hire an attorney to represent you to sue him.
Hire an attorney to represent you to sue him.

Contract Technicality

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I have never heard of a local shelter demanding an animal back unless it was situation where the animals health was in jeopardy. If you real want the dog, then fight them over it.
I have never heard of a local shelter demanding an animal back unless it was situation where the animals health was in jeopardy. If you real want the... Read More

I need to file a lawsuit against a contractor. Do I need a lawyer

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
While I would suggest that you get an attorney, sometimes money and your confidence in your ability to represent yourself will dictate if you hire an attorney or not.
While I would suggest that you get an attorney, sometimes money and your confidence in your ability to represent yourself will dictate if you hire an... Read More

I paid a roofer half up front then balance when he finished .Then he sent me email 3 hours later that he made a error & said I owed more money .

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can try and make him honor his first contract but he probably won't do it. You have two options: (1) pay him the extra money or (2) tell him that you want your money back and find another roofer.
You can try and make him honor his first contract but he probably won't do it. You have two options: (1) pay him the extra money or (2) tell him that... Read More
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