Questions answered by Michael J. O'Neill

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Do I have any legal recourse? thank you

Michael's answer | Answered on February 06, 2016

Its impossible to adequately answer your question without reviewing your insurance policy. You should ask the claims adjuster for a certified copy...

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Do i have any recourse? Do I just have to pay the full amount when the dr should have submitted it to insurance?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 01, 2016

I think you should meet with a local consumer protection attorney ASAP. You might have defenses available to stop the garnishment and open the...

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Are there laws or license requirements for a property manager to act on behalf of landlord?

Michael's answer | Answered on January 11, 2016

I’m sorry to hear about your daughter. Whether or not “Ron” needs to be licensed depends on facts that are not contained in your question. It’s...

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Can someone recommend a consumer protection / debt collection defense attorney in New Jersey at a reasonable cost?

Michael's answer | Answered on December 23, 2015

You can contact the Bergen County Bar Association or NJ Bar Association for a referral to a consumer protection attorney. You can also try the...

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How can I prove he pulled it out and have to clue what he did with it.

Michael's answer | Answered on December 18, 2015

Your employer should have the paperwork for the garnishment and should be able to tell you how much was paid and when. At the very least, your...

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What options do I have, I am on a fixed income. Was told I have 2 give them an answer today.

Michael's answer | Answered on December 17, 2015

I think you should meet with a local consumer attorney. As pointed out by the other attorneys, you may have rights and defenses available that you...

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How do we proceed? We are from PA. Rental property is in Rogersville TN

Michael's answer | Answered on December 07, 2015

If the rental property is in TN, the tenant is in TN and the lease was signed in TN, then you will to proceed according to TN law. I would re-post...

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My landlord confiscated my belongings without any notice, can he come after me claiming I didn't pay anything if I sue?

Michael's answer | Answered on December 05, 2015

You should speak with a local landlord tenant attorney ASAP. A review of your lease is necessary to answer your question. Typically, landlords are...

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How can I find out if my child's father had life insurance for our daughter?

Michael's answer | Answered on December 02, 2015

I'm sorry for your loss and your current financial predicament. Contact the individual handling his estate. That person will be gathering all of...

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How to respond to a civil complaint (Allegheny County, Pennsylvania)

Michael's answer | Answered on December 01, 2015

I agree that you should speak with an attorney ASAP to review everything that has transpired and determine what defenses are available. For...

Michael J. O'Neill's Answers (49)

Do I have any legal recourse? thank you

Do i have any recourse? Do I just have to pay the full amount when the dr should have submitted it to insurance?

Are there laws or license requirements for a property manager to act on behalf of landlord?

Can someone recommend a consumer protection / debt collection defense attorney in New Jersey at a reasonable cost?

How can I prove he pulled it out and have to clue what he did with it.

What options do I have, I am on a fixed income. Was told I have 2 give them an answer today.

How do we proceed? We are from PA. Rental property is in Rogersville TN

My landlord confiscated my belongings without any notice, can he come after me claiming I didn't pay anything if I sue?

How can I find out if my child's father had life insurance for our daughter?

How to respond to a civil complaint (Allegheny County, Pennsylvania)