Questions answered by John Russell Sorensen

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Can I get the seller to pay for my repairs which was not disclosed when close escrow?

John's answer | Answered on December 09, 2011

A seller has a legal duty to disclose all known material defects when he/she sells a residence so it appears that you have a case against the...

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I own a house with another person. He wants to sell and has already listed with a realtor. who I don't want to use as comps are

John's answer | Answered on October 29, 2011

If you are on title, your interest cannot be sold without your signature. The real estate agent should understand that you should also sign the...

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Do i need an attorney if so when?

John's answer | Answered on May 18, 2011

I would need to more fully understand the circumstances of your transaction but the law does provide remedies to parties who have invested in real...

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Clouded title

John's answer | Answered on March 08, 2011

There are several ways to approach the situation, the first of which you have tried by contacting Bank of America. If you are not able to obtain...

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I was involved in a car accident about 2 months ago and have been going to the doctor and chiropractor for my back pain.

John's answer | Answered on December 20, 2010

As you may see from an article I wrote some time ago, that is attached to my AVVO page, your insurance company must pay the difference between what...

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My Grandma died 1-1/2 yrs ago. My uncle states he is the only person named. He won't let anyone see the will. what can we do

John's answer | Answered on December 10, 2010

Probate Code Section 8200 provides that the custodian of the Will--one who has possession of it-- must deliver it to the Clerk of the Superior...

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California or Florida Attorney for Living Trust

John's answer | Answered on December 07, 2010

It is a matter of convenience, comfort and legality. Your mother may feel more comfortable dealing with an attorney that she can meet with...

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If a tenant had leased for a year with a previous owner and a year with new owner how is the length of tenancy counted legally?

John's answer | Answered on December 03, 2010

If the tenant had a years lease, you have a problem. A thirty notice to quit is only operative when you are terminating a month to month tenancy;...

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Is there a statue of limitations on a wrongful death claim?

John's answer | Answered on November 18, 2010

According to Code of Civil Procedure Section 340.5, there is a three year statute of limitations for an action against a health care provider based...

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Can AB provisions be added back into living trust after 1st spouse died?

John's answer | Answered on November 17, 2010

Without having read the trust document, I am afraid that the advantagey to divide the estate into two trusts (A and B) would not provide the...

John Russell Sorensen's Answers (48)

Can I get the seller to pay for my repairs which was not disclosed when close escrow?

I own a house with another person. He wants to sell and has already listed with a realtor. who I don't want to use as comps are

Do i need an attorney if so when?

Clouded title

I was involved in a car accident about 2 months ago and have been going to the doctor and chiropractor for my back pain.

My Grandma died 1-1/2 yrs ago. My uncle states he is the only person named. He won't let anyone see the will. what can we do

California or Florida Attorney for Living Trust

If a tenant had leased for a year with a previous owner and a year with new owner how is the length of tenancy counted legally?

Is there a statue of limitations on a wrongful death claim?

Can AB provisions be added back into living trust after 1st spouse died?