I started leasing a new car. Recently, a mechanic told me there has been some extensive cosmetic work that wasnt disclosed to me

If the car had extensive cosmetic work it might have been in an undisclosed accident. Probably not, but it is a possibility. I suggest that you...

How is fee-splitting defined?

Since you already know where to look, I will let you locate the precise definition of "fee splitting". Fee splitting is simply an agreement between...

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Are there any consequences if a general partnership uses the word "company" at the end of their name?

The Secretary of State's Office will not approve the name of a general partnership which uses the word "company", as it is likely to "mislead" the...

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If the withdrawing attorney is on "record", or listed in the caption of the pleadings, filing a substitution of attorney form is necessary,...

Is their a statute of limitations for direct billing in California for the hospitality industry?

The hospitality industry is not particularly addressed by the Civil Code in terms of there being a specific statute of limitation. The statute of...

Prepaying loan

Technically, this is a promissory note secured by a pledge of stock. If the note does not specify that you CANNOT prepay the remaining principal...

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You should definitely have an attorney take a look at the contract. The Truth in Lending Act requires that, before you sign the agreement, the...

How can I make sure that I am renting from a legitimate property manager?

It is difficult to provide you with a complete answer based on the information you offered. It sounds like the manager is just really eager to have...

You present a number of issues for discussion. To start, you need to obtain a business license and file a fictitious business name statement with...

How do I preserve my right to attorney fees during Judgment Collection

You may have gotten a judgment without an attorney but you really need one for enforcement. Liens, levies and garnishments aren't always easy to...