Questions answered by Arnold Garson Cohen

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Can our previous landlord withhold more money after the move out inspection?

Arnold's answer | Answered on December 22, 2015

Read the lease to determine how it addresses the security deposit and procedure for returning it. Then read the following statute and then consult...

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Do I have a claim of defamation of character?

Arnold's answer | Answered on December 22, 2015

If her complaint was in the form of a lawsuit, then you need to hire legal counsel. Your employer and/or your personal liability insurance policy...

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How do I get help? Do I need evidence? And if so, how?

Arnold's answer | Answered on December 22, 2015

Talk to your counselor at school in confidence and/or to your clergyman/person in confidence. Also: You might call Child Protective Services at...

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Can I ask them first to sign a letter and detailed spreadsheet of activity to be sure they agree with what I have done so far?

Arnold's answer | Answered on December 20, 2015

You can ask, but there is no requirement that they sign it unless Illinois has an unusual statute on that; and you may encounter resentment. ...

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Do I have legal ground to place a law suit - and if so are there recommendations to who i can go to?

Arnold's answer | Answered on December 19, 2015

You would be wise to consult a lawyer in your area and foolish to handle this matter yourself with only online advice.

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Elder abuse statue of limitations? What are statue of limitations for stolen vehicles/construction equipment?

Arnold's answer | Answered on December 19, 2015

This estate appears to be large or potentially large if all the vehicles and equipment or value of them are recovered for the estate. Your should...

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Can she have home put in her name only

Arnold's answer | Answered on December 18, 2015

I tend to agree with the other 3 comments. However, if the estate is insolvent and there is a statute of frauds, then possibly the real estate...

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Do i need to file a small claims affidavit after my mothers passing? Will creditors come after her house that was QCD to me?

Arnold's answer | Answered on December 15, 2015

Most states have a statute of frauds that allows creditors to recover in these situations. You need an assessment of all your legal rights and...

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Can a promissory note as such accrue th is tremendous amount of interest?

Arnold's answer | Answered on December 12, 2015

I answered this question on your other post.

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Can a promissory note as such accrue th is tremendous amount of interest? Go from $10 to $438?

Arnold's answer | Answered on December 12, 2015

That much interest would be usurious. However, there may be legitimate fees included such as lawyer and court costs. Take the note to a lawyer. ...

Arnold Garson Cohen's Answers (5855)

Can our previous landlord withhold more money after the move out inspection?

Do I have a claim of defamation of character?

How do I get help? Do I need evidence? And if so, how?

Can I ask them first to sign a letter and detailed spreadsheet of activity to be sure they agree with what I have done so far?

Do I have legal ground to place a law suit - and if so are there recommendations to who i can go to?

Elder abuse statue of limitations? What are statue of limitations for stolen vehicles/construction equipment?

Can she have home put in her name only

Do i need to file a small claims affidavit after my mothers passing? Will creditors come after her house that was QCD to me?

Can a promissory note as such accrue th is tremendous amount of interest?

Can a promissory note as such accrue th is tremendous amount of interest? Go from $10 to $438?