Questions answered by Scott Richard Kaufman

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Am I obligated to pay rent past the end of my lease?

Scott's answer | Answered on August 17, 2011

I highly recommend demanding a pre-move out inspection regarding your deposit. If they do not provide one you will then be entitled to your entire...

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Can you go to jail if you do not turn over a vehicle that has a writ of possession order attached to it?

Scott's answer | Answered on August 17, 2011

Generally, if you do not obey a court order that court can hold you in contempt. One of the things that may arise in a contempt proceedings is a...

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Can I file a lawsuit in small claims court against a company, I'd previously filed a lawsuit against in superior court?

Scott's answer | Answered on August 17, 2011

You did not say why you wished to go to small claims court this time as opposed to superior court. Usually in CA it's a jurisdictional issue...

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Can I sue my mortgage servicer for negligence

Scott's answer | Answered on August 17, 2011

If they have improperly reported late payments to credit reporting agencies you most certainly have damage and they have violated the FCRA. You can...

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In California is it legal to get a life insurance policy on an ex spouse if we have a child together.

Scott's answer | Answered on August 17, 2011

This is DEFINITELY NOT legal advice. I used to sell life insurance in a prior life. My recollection is that IS legal to get life insurance on...

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Am i obligated to pay for a hotel room even though i never checked in?

Scott's answer | Answered on August 17, 2011

It is a rare hotel these days that does not have a 24 (or more) hour cancellation policy. That said, if you get the right person on the phone and...

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I purchased a vehicle off a private party and was told the heater was not working but would cost only $200 to $300 to fix which

Scott's answer | Answered on August 17, 2011

It is my understanding that MA law specifically covers used vehicle sales and it MAY even cover such sales in a private sale situation. I am...

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WHAT LEGAL OBLIGATION DO I HAVE AFTER SELLING MY VEHICLE AS IS

Scott's answer | Answered on August 17, 2011

Generally, used car sales in CA and most other states from an individual to another individual are done on an as is basis. Therefore, there is no...

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I live in Massachussets and my divorce agreement states that my husband has to cover my insurance. His employer will not cover.

Scott's answer | Answered on August 17, 2011

This seems pretty clear. If the court order says your ex husband has to "cover" which I assume means pay for your insurance than your ex husband...

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Retaliation after Employer & I mediated and settlement agreement through EEOC

Scott's answer | Answered on August 17, 2011

Your post is a bit confusing as you say you refused a financial settlement and also say they are breaching your settlement. Regardless, generally,...

Scott Richard Kaufman's Answers (14066)

Am I obligated to pay rent past the end of my lease?

Can you go to jail if you do not turn over a vehicle that has a writ of possession order attached to it?

Can I file a lawsuit in small claims court against a company, I'd previously filed a lawsuit against in superior court?

Can I sue my mortgage servicer for negligence

In California is it legal to get a life insurance policy on an ex spouse if we have a child together.

Am i obligated to pay for a hotel room even though i never checked in?

I purchased a vehicle off a private party and was told the heater was not working but would cost only $200 to $300 to fix which

WHAT LEGAL OBLIGATION DO I HAVE AFTER SELLING MY VEHICLE AS IS

I live in Massachussets and my divorce agreement states that my husband has to cover my insurance. His employer will not cover.

Retaliation after Employer & I mediated and settlement agreement through EEOC