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I purchased my home in 1997, the property line was 3 ft off ( to my good). It has been fenced like this Since late 80s.

J's answer | Answered on May 13, 2015

I'm most interested in the title policy that may have been issued to you when you purchased your residence. One would assume that should have been...

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Apartment flooded, Personal items damaged, Insurance wont cover it. Is my apartment complex responsible?

J's answer | Answered on May 13, 2015

Your question is really too difficult to properly respond to via this website. This could involve a variety of insurance policies and...

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Does an indemnification clause mean we are still liable for subrogation claims on work where the warranty period has expired?

J's answer | Answered on April 20, 2015

Indemnification is a major issue in any contract; you should have a lawyer review the contract and give you an opinion on your rights as soon as...

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Who is responsible for paying subcontractors? The contractor or the homeowner?

J's answer | Answered on April 13, 2015

I agree with Mr. Harkess. In addition, generally speaking, if you have offered materials that have been incorporated into the homeowners' house,...

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A drunk driver totaled both my cars. Any advise for when the insurance claims person gives me an amount?

J's answer | Answered on April 10, 2015

You should consult with an attorney; there are a variety of damages that may be available to you from a few different sources. An attorney can...

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I'm a contractor who does estimating for smaller general contractors . I had a contractor cancel a check after I had deposited.

J's answer | Answered on April 09, 2015

Generally speaking, it is against the law to write checks that cannot clear. There are many facets to your particular situation, however, that...

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Bought a new house 1 year ago and septic is failing. Could cost $50,000. Who is responsible to fix it? builder, engineer or me?

J's answer | Answered on March 23, 2015

I agree with my colleagues; there are too many facts to flesh out and you should contact an attorney immediately to ensure you're not waiving any...

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Are there any reputable judgment collection firms that work on a contingency?

J's answer | Answered on March 17, 2015

Many firms offer contingency agreements to clients for collections; the percentage that is paid to the attorney is often determined by the...

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Insurance company trying to file a business liability claim on house that was no longer under warranty.

J's answer | Answered on March 17, 2015

This is a difficult question to answer based upon your description. In any event, if the home is brand new, there are many questions to be asked...

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What is the statue of limitations for filing a civil action lawsuit?

J's answer | Answered on March 17, 2015

Your question really requires analysis of the instrument(s) in question to give you the correct answer. There are many statutes of limitations in...

J Aaron Atkinson's Answers (123)

I purchased my home in 1997, the property line was 3 ft off ( to my good). It has been fenced like this Since late 80s.

Apartment flooded, Personal items damaged, Insurance wont cover it. Is my apartment complex responsible?

Does an indemnification clause mean we are still liable for subrogation claims on work where the warranty period has expired?

Who is responsible for paying subcontractors? The contractor or the homeowner?

A drunk driver totaled both my cars. Any advise for when the insurance claims person gives me an amount?

I'm a contractor who does estimating for smaller general contractors . I had a contractor cancel a check after I had deposited.

Bought a new house 1 year ago and septic is failing. Could cost $50,000. Who is responsible to fix it? builder, engineer or me?

Are there any reputable judgment collection firms that work on a contingency?

Insurance company trying to file a business liability claim on house that was no longer under warranty.

What is the statue of limitations for filing a civil action lawsuit?