Questions answered by David Jason Merbaum

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How does the Debt Statute of Limitations work? I read about it on Clark Howard's website but need clarification.

David's answer | Answered on September 13, 2014

It is important to get the original credit card statements because they may provide that the law of another state actually controls and they may...

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Where can I find an national Judgment enforcement firm that serves Georgia?

David's answer | Answered on February 09, 2014

There are firms that do take collection on an hourly basis so just do your research and interview potential attorneys. Georgia is quite creditor...

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My spouse was the Pastor of a baptist church in 2009. During that time the church obtained a printer lease that he, the church s

David's answer | Answered on February 09, 2014

The issue is in what capacity did you husband sign the lease. If he signed personally, he is potentially liable but you need an attorney to review...

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If a third party complaint was not done properly what is the best way to fix it?

David's answer | Answered on January 30, 2014

You may want to call the Atlanta Bar Association as they offer a 1/2 hour consultation for $45.

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In GA, when you file a lis pendens or lawsuit on a specific property can the judgment be placed on another by the plaintiff?

David's answer | Answered on January 27, 2014

You should also be aware that the Fi Fa will only attach to property in the county where the Fi Fa is recorded yet the judgment creditor can file...

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How can we get our landlord to refund us our money and release us from our contract?

David's answer | Answered on January 27, 2014

It would seem that you did not inspect the property in advance, but that should not allow the landlord to deliver a property that you cannot live...

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I need registered agent info, can't find it.

David's answer | Answered on January 15, 2014

I am not sure I understand your question. Are you saying the SOS website does not identify a RA or you know the RA but cannot find a way to serve...

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Is there any recourse if your landlord/apartment community files a Dispossession Warrant prior to giving a Demand for rent?

David's answer | Answered on January 07, 2014

The landlord must make a demand for possession, by law. Most times this is a very overlooked defense so if you argue they never made a demand for...

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Can I sue my landlord for not repairing my apartment after I have asked several times for much needed repairs?

David's answer | Answered on January 04, 2014

The obligation to pay rent is independent of the duty of the landlord to repair. You could have fixed the problems and deducted the cost from the...

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I live in an apartment complex in lawrenceville Georgia not only is there an ant infestation but the maintenance staff has been

David's answer | Answered on January 04, 2014

I do not think you can just break the lease on these fact. However I think you need to send a certified letter and detail all the issues. You can...

David Jason Merbaum's Answers (508)

How does the Debt Statute of Limitations work? I read about it on Clark Howard's website but need clarification.

Where can I find an national Judgment enforcement firm that serves Georgia?

My spouse was the Pastor of a baptist church in 2009. During that time the church obtained a printer lease that he, the church s

If a third party complaint was not done properly what is the best way to fix it?

In GA, when you file a lis pendens or lawsuit on a specific property can the judgment be placed on another by the plaintiff?

How can we get our landlord to refund us our money and release us from our contract?

I need registered agent info, can't find it.

Is there any recourse if your landlord/apartment community files a Dispossession Warrant prior to giving a Demand for rent?

Can I sue my landlord for not repairing my apartment after I have asked several times for much needed repairs?

I live in an apartment complex in lawrenceville Georgia not only is there an ant infestation but the maintenance staff has been