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  1. Michael Wechsler

    Should I File a Legal Complaint Over a $700 Device That Lost Basic Functionality After Canceling an Optional Subscription?

    Let's assume you have a case. The next question to ask is whether this might be subject to a class action lawsuit and, also, how much your time is worth to you. As @Red Kayak questions about the device, it might be worthwhile for the firm to sue on behalf of a class. I wouldn't keep my hopes up...
  2. Michael Wechsler

    Can I cancel an insurance claim?

    This is quite an old post but I just saw it and is relevant to a situation that just happened a few weeks ago. A company with which I am affiliated had an insurance incident similar to this one, with one of the shareholders suffering damages not exceeding $1,000. I don't believe anyone wanted to...
  3. Michael Wechsler

    Medical Malpractice malpractice/negligence at hospital

    Just saw this very old post and it reminded me of a situation I am going through right now. I won't provide the specific details but, remarkably, my medical records have been mixed up with another patient with some similar characteristics to me. As a result, I ended up having to do an extra test...
  4. Michael Wechsler

    Student Loans student loan

    This is a very old post but I thought it was quite interesting to see how much has changed over a decade, now that we've had so much national student debt cancellation. Hopefully, in this instance, things worked out for our poster and perhaps maybe was able to obtain some later debt relief.
  5. Michael Wechsler

    Anyone every filed a small claim against a car maker and how did it come out?

    You should be able to do so now. Not an issue any more. I hate when that happens too. Some genius must have not addressed the defaults properly.
  6. Michael Wechsler

    Public Bathrooms in Public Buildings NC

    Question: What are you trying to accomplish? Any time a government action is clearly rational and based on good reasoning and reasonable evidence and a compelling need, chances are probably high that you'd be wasting your time challenging it. If they are dealing with the above epidemic and it's...
  7. Michael Wechsler

    Anyone every filed a small claim against a car maker and how did it come out?

    @army judge - I appreciate from where you're coming, especially with a small claim about a high priced item and the ROI based on stress. But I am also sympathetic to the OP's issue which is if he buys a $70,000 motor vehicle with certain guarantees and he is correct about them (which the company...
  8. Michael Wechsler

    Anyone every filed a small claim against a car maker and how did it come out?

    Sarcasm about not getting expertise at no cost that usually costs well into the triple digits per hour from people who choose to volunteer their efforts is usually never a good approach. And then there is the issue about what you assume and the lack of information we have here that makes your...
  9. Michael Wechsler

    Anyone every filed a small claim against a car maker and how did it come out?

    They are actually giving you good advice. Jurisdiction over the Party. Have you seen the requirements of small claims court jurisdiction? You generally can only sue in the jurisdiction where the defendant resides and/or operates. That immediately removes small claims court as a remedy...
  10. Michael Wechsler

    Do You Know at least Three Inventions That Debuted the Year You Did?

    That's quite remarkable - both the innovation and your incredible career and family. Great-great grands... wow!!! Myself and our country cannot thank you for your service enough. In today's world where war is foreign to most of our citizens, it is difficult to fathom just how important your...
  11. Addressing whiplash, a common car accident injury

    Addressing whiplash, a common car accident injury

    Whiplash injuries often result from car and automobile accidents, after the vehicle strikes or is struck by another car or large object. As a result of the collision, the head of the driver or passenger suddenly moves backward and then forward from the impact. This most often occurs in rear-end...
  12. Michael Wechsler

    Donations for the fire damage in Los Angeles

    I have seen an endless series of advertisements for the American Red Cross on the NFL football games yesterday and today, appealing to the general public to send donations. I remember when 9/11 happened and a flood of donations went to the many non-profit organizations (including the American...
  13. Michael Wechsler

    How quick and simple is divorce process in New York City?

    I just peeked at the uncontested divorce packet forms and it is 110 pages! The description makes it sound simple and routine, but it seems a considerable amount of thought and effort are required even if you don't have children. I have to wonder whether a dispute may be generated even over the...
  14. Michael Wechsler

    Does anyone here really know the elements of a malicious prosecution?

    I understand the OP's issue based on the dismissal. This is an unusual series of events. But since there was an agreement regarding the claim subsequent, it creates the appearance of an agreement as to the matter of the prosecution. The NDA might not prevent a separate case for defamation if...
  15. Michael Wechsler

    Does anyone here really know the elements of a malicious prosecution?

    There aren't sufficient details to address the main issue, which may be why attorneys who have seen this might not want to handle a potential case. A non-disclosure agreement typically means that the parties agree not to publicly discuss a matter and that details are kept private. It doesn't...
  16. Michael Wechsler

    Alcohol & Drugs: DUI, DWI Test for driving under the influence of marijuana or cannabis?

    Coincidentally, in the New York Times on New Year's Day: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/01/us/marijuana-driving-impairment.html Some excerpts: Scientists want to create breathalyzers that show how recently a driver used marijuana. Researchers also are studying how cannabis impairs motor...
  17. Michael Wechsler

    Appeal on DSNY summons on ashtray contents, paper(s),,,,, on street gutters. Appeal

    As I mentioned, I haven't seen the specific details of your summons and don't know your property so the above represents general thoughts, not legal advice - and your first step is probably speaking to your property manager or condo association who can review and confirm important details...
  18. Michael Wechsler

    Alcohol & Drugs: DUI, DWI Test for driving under the influence of marijuana or cannabis?

    If I only had a dollar every time I heard someone tell me that marijuana and cannabis consumption makes them a better driver. Consider taking the same precautions as a responsible person would after drinking alcohol and making sure that you are certainly free and clear from the impact of the...
  19. Crypto extortion email fraud includes increased attack sophistication

    Columns Crypto extortion email fraud includes increased attack sophistication

    Blackmail based scare tactics using email that are designed to frighten recipients into sending cryptocurrency to fraudsters, typically in Bitcoin, have reached even higher levels of attack sophistication. This article is designed to raise awareness of an increasingly popular...
  20. Michael Wechsler

    Does anyone here really know the elements of a malicious prosecution?

    Sorry to hear about the OP's matter. It's a truly terrible ordeal and it could certainly be the unfortunate reward for having a good heart. Not to pile on, but it's difficult to even understand the basic facts based on what I read and, without that understanding, it's equally difficult to merely...
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