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Can a verbal agreement between my elderly mother and I be enforced?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I do not think that this agreement can not be enforced if your mother changed her mind.
I do not think that this agreement can not be enforced if your mother changed her mind.

My wife and I sold a property in Morgan county TN on a 10 yr contract. At the end of the 10 years, the buyer still hasn't paid off the contract.

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Find yourself another attorney.
Find yourself another attorney.

we had a fence put in, signed a contract, and they damaged our sewer lines. We have to pay more than 7500 to have it all repaired.

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If the sewer lines were marked and could have been discovered by the fence company, then it is liable. If it was not marked and could not be discovered, then it is not liable.
If the sewer lines were marked and could have been discovered by the fence company, then it is liable. If it was not marked and could not be... Read More

Where do I file my claim?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
yes you have enough evidence to take him to court.
yes you have enough evidence to take him to court.

I had a company use my credit/debit card without my authorization, I paid my bill on the contract over the phone with my card and they asked if they c

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I don't know that there is anything that you can do. You can file a complaint with the Tennessee Consumer Affairs but don't expect any help from them.  
I don't know that there is anything that you can do. You can file a complaint with the Tennessee Consumer Affairs but don't expect any help from... Read More

Can you get me out of a timeshare?

Answered 9 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
No I can not.
No I can not.

Breach of Promissory Note

Answered 9 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can not avoid going to court. You have been served so you need to go to the court and explain the circumstances to the judge. You can probably work out a reduced payment plan.
You can not avoid going to court. You have been served so you need to go to the court and explain the circumstances to the judge. You can probably... Read More

We have an oil lease in TN. The company has sold the lease. We have not received payment for oil collected. We need a lawyer

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You need to do a more specific search for an attorney who handles oil leases.
You need to do a more specific search for an attorney who handles oil leases.

If my FORMER employer had a contract that I assisted with, can I be subpenaed over 4 years after I left their employ?

Answered 9 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you are subpoenaed, then you must appear. However I would suggest that you contact the entity/person who issued the subpoena and try to work out some kind of arrangement, like testifing by telephone.
If you are subpoenaed, then you must appear. However I would suggest that you contact the entity/person who issued the subpoena and try to work out... Read More

Am I entitled to a refund on a deposit (For a wedding venue) the day after the deposit was made?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You would need to look at  the contract that was signed to see if you are entitled to refund. I would think that as a matter of goodwill, since you notified them so quickly thereafter, that they would give you a refund but you never can tell.
You would need to look at  the contract that was signed to see if you are entitled to refund. I would think that as a matter of goodwill,... Read More

What would I need to do if I bought a car from a person who was not the owner of the car?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
When the seller sold you the vehicle without the title being in his name, he broke a variety of  civil and criminal laws. When your seller sold you the car, he warranted by law that he was the owner of the car, the titled onveyed shall be good, and its transfer was rightful. See Tenn. Code Ann. § 47-2-312. Also, by doing this he is guilty of theft of property. If he won't cooperate in getting the title transferred into your name, then you have  a couple of options: (1) you can sue him in General Sessions court for a refund; and/or (2) you can take out a criminal warrant against him for theft.... Read More
When the seller sold you the vehicle without the title being in his name, he broke a variety of  civil and criminal laws. When your seller... Read More

Voided contract

Answered 10 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you sign a contract to purchase something and the seller no longer has that item, then the contract is voided because you did not get what you bargined for.
If you sign a contract to purchase something and the seller no longer has that item, then the contract is voided because you did not get what you... Read More

will I win a small claims court case?

Answered 10 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Yes. If what you say is accurate and you have the text messages that say what you say they say, then you will win.
Yes. If what you say is accurate and you have the text messages that say what you say they say, then you will win.

I just got my car and put 1000 dollars down the car note was do 2 weeks later but I didn't get paid till the 3rd week the car lot repo my car

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Depending on what the contract says, when you failed to make the payments in the manner that you agreed to in the contract, then the car lot had a right to pick up the car and call the entire balance as due and payable. Yes it is legal.
Depending on what the contract says, when you failed to make the payments in the manner that you agreed to in the contract, then the car lot had a... Read More

Can responsibility for negligence be waived via signed contract?

Answered 10 years and 5 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
I don't know the law of Tennessee, but believe that it is likely the same as New York's in this area.  In New York, you can contractually bar liability for negligence, but not for gross negligence or recklessness.  Unfortunately, while some actions clearly constitute gross negligence (say, driving 45 miles over the speed limit), many times the difference between negligence and gross negligence is in the eye of the beholder (e.g. driving 10 miles over the speed limit.)  This means that it is often difficult to predict how a court will rule as far as a given claim being barred by such language in the contract.... Read More
I don't know the law of Tennessee, but believe that it is likely the same as New York's in this area.  In New York, you can contractually bar... Read More

Can a contract be voided if the person was mislead?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
As a general rule, yes, a contract procured through fraud is void.  However, you are deemed to have read and understood anything you sign, so it is very unlikely that your mother will be able to void the contract on that basis.
As a general rule, yes, a contract procured through fraud is void.  However, you are deemed to have read and understood anything you sign, so it... Read More

I just moved out of my friends house where I was their for 54 days! I was asked to give them 230 a month! I have them a total of 445! Now that I moved

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
Why would you sign an agreement to repay that misstates the amount that you owe?
Why would you sign an agreement to repay that misstates the amount that you owe?

Husband cosigned for a car loan and I need to know the legal ramifications for me.

Answered 11 years and 7 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
Assuming that the law of Tennessee is the same as the law of New York in this area, you personally would not be liable on the loan, or any other personal obligation of your husband other than what are considered "necessaries."  For example, if your husband was treated for a heart attack, you would probably be personally responsible for the medical bills if he, for whatever reason, couldn't pay, but you would have no personal responsibility for his "fruit of the month club" subscription. While you personally would not be responsible for the loan, your husband's estate would remain liable which, if you are the sole beneficiary of the estate, might amount to the same thing in practical terms.... Read More
Assuming that the law of Tennessee is the same as the law of New York in this area, you personally would not be liable on the loan, or any other... Read More

Does durable power of attorney for healthcare mean I'm responsible for the medical bills?

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
No, a power of attorney means that the person granting the power has appointed you to represent them in the area covered by the power.  As a representative, you are not personally liable for the obligations of the person or entity you represent.
No, a power of attorney means that the person granting the power has appointed you to represent them in the area covered by the power.  As a... Read More

What can I do if I'm being sued?

Answered 13 years and a month ago by Mr. Richard Alan Alsobrook (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You should contact a local litigating attorney to discuss your situation.  Depending on the court you maybe sued in, there likely is a moneytary requirement to file suit, or some non-moneytary remedy necessary to even file a suit - ie injunctive reliefy.  Not all lawsuits are for moneytary reasons. This is not intended to be legal advice, and is general in its nature. No attorney-client relationship exists or is formed by this information. Furthermore, this does not represent the views or opinions of LexisNexis or its affiliated companies.... Read More
You should contact a local litigating attorney to discuss your situation.  Depending on the court you maybe sued in, there likely is a moneytary... Read More

car insurance

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by Michael Charles Doland (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you cannot resolve the matter with your insurance company, you have no choice but to sue.
If you cannot resolve the matter with your insurance company, you have no choice but to sue.

Can a University hold a student to a contract that they signed with the bookstore?

Answered 13 years and 3 months ago by attorney Hilary B. Miller   |   1 Answer
It is difficult to understand precisely what you are inquiring about. If you enroll in a  university, chances are that you agree (by signing an enrollment contract) to be bound by its policies and handbook. These are then binding on you even if you have never read them. Read your enrollment agreement.... Read More
It is difficult to understand precisely what you are inquiring about. If you enroll in a  university, chances are that you agree (by signing an... Read More

What happens to me and my money if the homeowner breaks their deal with the property management company that I have the lease agreement through?

Answered 13 years and 4 months ago by attorney Hilary B. Miller   |   1 Answer
Generally speaking, if you are deprived of the benefit of your bargain, you should have a remedy. A court could order a refund or, if it finds the management company to be a true agent of the owner, direct the owner to perform the agreement specifically. Se an attorney.
Generally speaking, if you are deprived of the benefit of your bargain, you should have a remedy. A court could order a refund or, if it finds the... Read More

Can a car dealership push a loan through the lender after you returned the vehicle?

Answered 13 years and 4 months ago by attorney Hilary B. Miller   |   1 Answer
It depends on the terms of the contract. If the dealer delivered the financing called for in the contract, it is likely that you are bound and must continue with the deal. Have your documents reviewed by an attorney.
It depends on the terms of the contract. If the dealer delivered the financing called for in the contract, it is likely that you are bound and must... Read More

I am owed $7,000 dollars from a contract that has been outstanding for a little over 90 days. I''ve tried to give them some time but I must now seek help. What should I do first? Hire a lawyer? Do it myself? I really don''t know how to collect it.

Answered 13 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Richard Alan Alsobrook (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you do not know how to collect the debt it is not a good idea to handle the issue yourself unless you believe the individual or company can pay in the immediate future. Many attorneys offer free initial consultations.  You may want to speak with a local attorney to discuss what your options are, and how best to collect on the debt. This is not intended to be legal advice, and is general in its nature. No attorney-client relationship exists or is formed by this information. Furthermore, this does not represent the views or opinions of LexisNexis or its affiliated companies.... Read More
If you do not know how to collect the debt it is not a good idea to handle the issue yourself unless you believe the individual or company can pay in... Read More
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