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Can I get my money back from an attorney who used money in a trust account for services on charges not on the contract I signed?
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Answered on September 19, 2013
Have you talked to the attorney about it directly? An explanation may be all you need. An attorney's handling of money held in trust is a serious...
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I rented a house , then the owners wanted to sell it, so what is the legal status of my lease contract? Would it be voided?
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Answered on September 17, 2013
You should consult an attorney to review your contract and give you advice based on what the contract says. It may have a provision that makes it...
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We are unable to locate my fathers original will, but we have a copy of the will
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Answered on September 12, 2013
You should talk to an attorney. It may be that the will isn't needed. Quite often people have wills that reflect the same plan of asset...
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My previous employer filed a late unemployment appeal, the are claiming that they mailed the appeal.
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Answered on August 28, 2013
If the employer mailed the appeal within the time allowed, even if on the last day, then there is no issue about an untimely appeal. You can raise...
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My brother had an oral agreement to provide tuck pointing services to a portion of his client's building for $4000. Now that he
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Answered on August 26, 2013
His recourse in this case is to file a mechanic's lien and/or to sue. He should consult with an attorney either way to decide the best course of...
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I take a group of kids on a field trip and have their parents sign a release to hold harmless will we be held released
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Answered on August 26, 2013
Mr. Moens is correct - sometimes the release works for the party wanting it and sometimes it doesn't, and various factors can affect the outcome. ...
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If a R.E. Broker did not have an employment contract with their agents, can I enforce a non
complete contract if they quit?
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Answered on August 26, 2013
It doesn't sound like you have any leverage to get one now, but you can ask. You will have to offer money or something else of value, not just as...
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How can my husband's grandparents pay for a house for us without us getting slammed with taxes?
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Answered on August 24, 2013
You won't owe taxes on a gift. Gift taxes are the responsibility of the one(s) making the gift. But you should consult with an accountant or tax...
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Can I be sued for defamation if I post on craigslist about my horrible flooring contractor experience?
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Answered on August 23, 2013
There can be a fine line between stating the truth and making defamatory statements. You can provide an accurate description of your experience,...
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My Unemployment claim was denied due to not having "good cause" to voluntarily quit my job. How can I appeal and win?
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Answered on August 22, 2013
Based on the facts you've stated, you can't win. You quit for reasons of your own. A voluntary quit for reasons not attributable to your employer...
