It is possible to pursue a lawsuit for punitive damages under a mortgage fraud cause of action in Michigan, provided certain conditions are met. Michigan law allows for punitive damages in cases involving fraud, where the conduct is extreme, willful, and intentional, and where the fraud results in... View More

This sounds very much like a hoax. I would not make any deal or pay any money. If they call you again, tell them you need written verification of the debt including any assignment or transfer of the debt from Cash Net USA to them or a copy of an agreement executed by Cash Net USA hiring United... View More

The roofing company's contract is not enforceable because it was signed by someone who lacks the authority to act on your parent's behalf. Your brother is not on the hook for anything because he has not breached the contract. If canceled, the roofing company is entitled to 35% of the... View More

Put up your best defense, including and counter-suit. Then, if the debt is valid, show what has been paid and negotiate a settlement.

Note, You must respond in the legal way and on time with, for example a motion or an answer with affirmative defenses. Failure to do so could result in a... View More

Timeshares are just like any other community association in the State of Florida. They all have maintenance fees (also known as dues or assessments). These must be paid in order to keep the property. The timeshares and all other types of associations foreclose on these properties just like a... View More

It looks like you are dealing with a claim that has somehow attracted suspicion. If SIU is involved on the case, it might be difficult to do anything before their investigators are satisfied as to the details of the claim. Ultimately, it could be worth considering an attorney consult if you are not... View More

As a consumer protection attorney, here’s how I’d advise handling this situation:

First, regarding the credit report errors: Since the late payments remain after your disputes with Equifax, escalate the issue by sending a formal, certified dispute letter to Equifax, clearly stating that... View More

I'm assuming this was made using a Home Depot credit card that they issued to you. In order to win your argument, you would have to prove that you received monthly billing statements that had no disclosure about the promotional rate. You would also have to prove you did not sign something at... View More

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answered on May 13, 2025

You need to privately consult with an attorney about this. If you did not facilitate, conspire with or otherwise aid and abet the employee, you would not be criminally most importantly. Regarding your employment status and what you may be subject to given these criminal acts of your subordinate,... View More

Yes, you can challenge the insurance company’s settlement offer if you believe the actual cash value (ACV) of your vehicle was undervalued. In Pennsylvania, insurers are required to base their ACV offer on fair market value, which should reflect what it would cost to purchase a comparable vehicle... View More

Gather up all of your evidence including all of your communications with the dealership and with the bank as well as every communication denying you credit, and take it to an experienced attorney who practices in the area consumer law in or near the county where the dealership is located.

No it is not considered "blackmail." Blackmail involves the use of threats to disclose incriminating or embarassing information about someone to obtain money or property from another.

Your post is unclear in a few ways, for instance:

You said, "I was involved in a civil lawsuit in California over three years ago"

but, also said: "which was closed without prejudice... due to lack of assets at the time."

AND "The case never made it... View More

You are free to contact the attorney and to try to work out a settlement. If enough money is at issue and you are concerned about your credit, I suggest you hire an attorney to represent you. If you show up at court on your own, you'll likely enter into a consent judgment, which is a... View More

IF the sale of a vehicle in CA is from a consumer, even without an AS IS designation, the presumption is that no warranties are given, short of warranty of title. You've stated you sold it marked AS IS. Short of knowingly misleading the buyer, the equities lie in favor (here) of the seller.... View More

I suggest you contact a tenant's rights lawyer as soon as possible to get help setting aside your eviction judgment on the grounds of fraud and/or mistake, based on the erroneous listing of your apartment. A good lawyer in that situation could leverage that case into a position where you could... View More

yes, you should share the notice to your tenants. There's no privacy concerns. As the owner of the unit, you are the one whose life the HOA can make most miserable, and financially difficult. It makes no sense to not cooperate with the HOA.

A Hawaii attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry about your accident, and the fact that your aggravation is compounded by minimal insurance coverage. It could be a difficult decision here, since the claim could be complex, in terms of involving UM... View More

Addendum - 'Sorry... When I answered a second ago, I meant "underinsured motorist" coverage, NOT "uninsured motorist" coverage. I should have proofread my response more slowly and thoroughly before uploading! Good luck

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answered on May 8, 2025

I think the better question is why would you continue to appeal instead of just taking them up on their offer to reinstate for a promise of not breaking the law in the future. Your best case scenario is that, after a lot of time and effort, you win your appeal and your shop gets reinstated.... View More