Has anyone ever won a Tennessee Consumer Protection Act claim for treble damages in General Sessions Court?

I have won cases again collecting agencies based on violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and recovered double damages. I believe,...

Purchased used car ten days ago, now there are codes showing and the car can't pass emissions. Help!

In Tennessee, used car dealers are required to issue a valid emissions test for any vehicle they sell. Getting an emissions test is the buyer's...

If the biological father two my 2 children wants to sign over rights, do I have to be married or can my fiance adopt them now?

I agree with my colleague. Tennessee has procedures in place that make adoption by a step-parent much easier. You would be best served by...

I filed a small claims case against a business two months ago, is the business required to file an answer denying my claims?

I agree with counsel. Defendants are not required to file an Answer in Small Claims court. They may still appear in court at the trial date to put...

How do we get our money back that was stolen from a contractor all ready took to civil court & won, he did not show for court

If you have a judgment, there are various actions you can take to collect on it. A consumer protection attorney or even a general practices...

Being sued by portfolio recovery, court date is tomorrow tge 13th. I remember paying the debt but US bank says no record.

I competely agree with my colleagues. You should defend this. PRA is notorious for violating the Fair Debt Collection Practices Laws. Find any...

Who would i talk to about consumer calls?

Any attorney who practices consumer law and handles Fair Debt Collection Practices Act cases can help. You would be surprised of how many...

Can my work place do this .My department boss let me go because of medical

As unfair as it seems, an at will employee can be terminated for any reason, even a stupid reason, as long as it is not for a discriminatory...

Which type lawyer is needed to sue major car companies for illegal repossession

I would think any general practice attorney could be of help, but someone with experience in consumer protection and contract law may be what you...

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Can my new fiancé adopt my son before we get married?

I completely agree with my colleagues. The biological father's parental rights will need to be terminated before a step-parent adoption can take...