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Los Angeles County, California. The rental car was parked. Supposedly incorrectly parked. And It was towed. The rental company picked up the car from the tow yard, the car, it was empty.
All the Christmas presents were gone. as well as everything else in the car.
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answered on Dec 31, 2023
In a situation where a rental car is towed in Los Angeles County and personal items inside are stolen, determining responsibility can be complex. Under California law, the primary responsibility often lies with the person who parked the car. If the car was parked improperly, leading to it being... View More
Just not sure where to start as far as contracts. Not really sure what information should be in a contract. This is why I'm seeking legal assistance.
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answered on Dec 30, 2023
Starting with artist contracts for your indie music label is a crucial step in establishing your business. The first thing to consider is what you want the contract to cover. Common elements include the scope of the rights granted to the label, the duration of the agreement, financial arrangements... View More
I have been renting at a month to month facility in California (Riverside county) for 3 months now. I just received a 30 day notice my monthly rent will increase by 34%. There is nothing in my contract that goes over how often or by how much they can increase my rent.
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answered on Dec 30, 2023
In California, the laws governing rent increases for storage facilities are different from those for residential properties. For month-to-month rental agreements, the facility typically has the right to increase the rent, provided they give proper notice, which is usually 30 days.
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1946 through 2026 already paid for.
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answered on Dec 30, 2023
To reinstate a license and replace damaged items, the first step is to understand the specific requirements set by the relevant licensing authority or agency. Each type of license has its own set of rules and processes for reinstatement.
If you've already paid for the period from 1946... View More
Defendant states they will be prejudiced by incurring additional legal fees if Court grants filing of second amended complaint. I have not previously attached a copy of the contract to the complaint not expecting Defendant to vacillate between either denying the existence of one or denying the... View More
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answered on Dec 29, 2023
Alleging prejudice due to additional legal fees is a common argument in legal proceedings. In the context of opposing a motion to amend a complaint, if the defendant claims that allowing the amendment would result in incurring extra legal fees, the court may consider this as a factor. The court... View More
i have a youtube channel about a very spacific subject and i cooperate with my boyfriend. His parrt is to edit the videos and bring creative ideas to the table. But i am the face of the channel and i have all the knowlege on the subject plus my face and name are the only ones out there. Can he... View More
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answered on Dec 29, 2023
Generally, the ownership and rights to a YouTube channel depend on the agreement between the parties involved. If there is a clear and written agreement specifying the roles and responsibilities of each person, as well as the ownership structure, it will be a crucial document. If no such agreement... View More
i have a youtube channel about a very spacific subject and i cooperate with my boyfriend. His parrt is to edit the videos and bring creative ideas to the table. But i am the face of the channel and i have all the knowlege on the subject plus my face and name are the only ones out there. Can he... View More
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answered on Dec 30, 2023
In situations where one person is the visible face and primary content creator of a YouTube channel, and another person contributes by editing videos and offering creative ideas, the question of ownership can become complex.
Your boyfriend's role as an editor and a contributor of... View More
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answered on Dec 29, 2023
Yes, attorneys generally have an ethical obligation to diligently represent their clients and see a case through to completion once they have taken it on. If you believe your attorney has failed to fulfill this duty, you may have grounds for a legal malpractice claim. Legal malpractice occurs when... View More
answered on Dec 30, 2023
In general, attorneys have a duty to provide diligent representation and to advocate the interests of a client. Situations do arise where attorneys withdraw from cases or clients dismiss their attorneys. It can be fact-specific, depending on the situation, time remaining for statute of limitations,... View More
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answered on Dec 28, 2023
In California, you generally cannot directly go to the clerk's office and add your name to a deed for property you inherited via a trust or will without the involvement of the trustee or executor of the trust or the estate. When property is transferred through a trust or will, the legal... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2023
No. The deed must be signed by the person who currently has the right to the control the property. If the property is in the name of a trust, the currently serving Trustee is the only one who has the power to transfer the ownership. If the person who passed away did not have the property titled in... View More
I live in the SF Bay Area in California. I’ve been renting a house from a friend since 2014 and at no point was a written lease agreement made. They’ve told me that, at the very least, I would be allowed to stay in the property until my bankruptcy was dealt with (another two years from now).... View More
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answered on Dec 28, 2023
In California, a text message alone generally does not constitute a formal eviction notice. For a notice to be valid, it must be in writing and delivered in a manner prescribed by state law, such as personal delivery or certified mail.
Given your situation with a verbal lease agreement,... View More
I paid for a yearly subscription to a appointment based book keeping software. I used the reports function to pay my commission employees. Some of the numbers were faulty so i overpaid my employees. Is the software company responsible for any compensation?
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answered on Dec 27, 2023
In Pennsylvania, if you experienced financial damages due to faulty software from a subscription-based appointment bookkeeping service, you may have grounds to seek compensation from the software company. The responsibility of the software company depends on the terms of the agreement, including... View More
I entered into a contract which i believe was breached. Even though I submitted a copy of the contract with the Complaint the defendant's attorney still makes statements like "the purported" contract.
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answered on Dec 27, 2023
In the context of a contract dispute in Kentucky, it is not uncommon for a defendant's attorney to use language like "the purported contract" as part of their legal strategy, even if a copy of the contract has been submitted with the Complaint. This may be a rhetorical or procedural... View More
I entered into a contract which i believe was breached. Even though I submitted a copy of the contract with the Complaint the defendant's attorney still makes statements like "the purported" contract.
answered on Dec 27, 2023
No, but simply bc th ou think he is feigning ignorance bc you believe the contract has been breached doesn’t mean it actually has been breached. He’s getting a different story from his client most likely. The language he used is appropriate.
Bought the car from carmax. Parked and it leaked. All year took the car back and forth to fix it. A month later still a leak. Carmax sent me to another location to fix it, but still nothing. Now its a year later and the leak has not been fixed. Can i sue carmax to get my money back and return the... View More
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answered on Dec 27, 2023
Under California law, your situation might be addressed by the state's Lemon Law. This law applies to vehicles with substantial defects that cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts. Given that your car has had a persistent leak for a year despite multiple repair attempts, this... View More
I was discharged as a patient from a pain management office after them telling me that a previous pain management specialist I saw administered a steroid shot wrong and I told them in the portal that I spoke to lawyers for advice but no lawsuit/case was created. It was maybe 1-2 months after I was... View More
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answered on Dec 27, 2023
In Kentucky, your situation raises questions about patient rights and medical records access. If you were discharged from a pain management office and subsequently lost access to your patient portal, it's important to understand your rights regarding medical records.
Under the Health... View More
I was discharged as a patient from a pain management office after them telling me that a previous pain management specialist I saw administered a steroid shot wrong and I told them in the portal that I spoke to lawyers for advice but no lawsuit/case was created. It was maybe 1-2 months after I was... View More
answered on Dec 27, 2023
You have the right to see your records. Contact the office and find out why there's a glitch in accessing your records through the portal. If it's not in their control, ask them for a contact in the medical records vendor if there is one - some offices outsource their medical records... View More
On 12/24 I was evicted from my storage unit due to "violations". I have no idea what these violations are. I've paid my rent monthly within the grace period and they now have collected my rent on 12/23 after staff and manager refused to process payment either on site or over the... View More
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answered on Dec 26, 2023
Under California law, storage unit facilities must follow specific procedures before evicting a tenant. This includes providing proper notice and specifying the reasons for eviction. If you're unsure about the stated violations, it's important to request a detailed explanation from the... View More
I am a bookkeeper for a religious organization in New York City and received a SS-8 from the IRS referring to a minister who I issued a 1099-NEC for the past two years for her regular professional services to the church. There are several other ministers who perform similar service who also receive... View More
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
Receiving a Form SS-8 from the IRS in this context indicates they are reviewing the classification of the minister as an independent contractor (reflected by the 1099-NEC) versus an employee. The IRS will determine whether the minister should be classified as an employee based on factors like the... View More
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