I made a purchase using a lease-to-own company called Acceptance Now, based on incorrect information provided by the salesperson. Now, the company is threatening to take back the merchandise and keep my money. I have made payments that cover the purchase amount, but they claim I am in a 24-month lease and still owe 17 more payments. I need to know my legal options and how to proceed to prevent them from taking my furniture and to recover my money.

May 26th, 2024

Is it legal to carry a rifle or shotgun while hiking on my 115 wooded acres property in Chestertown, NY, without purchasing an out-of-state hunting license? I live in New Jersey and do not want to hike without a firearm due to the presence of bears.

January 10th, 2023

Under The Hague Service Convention, if a summons is served to a person in a foreign country via certified mail and the recipient refuses to sign the acknowledgement form, will the Proof of Service plus the certified mail receipt be sufficient for delivery of the summons? Additionally, would an email or text message from the recipient acknowledging receipt of the summons be considered a valid proof of service?

September 24th, 2024

What are the laws regarding people bringing alcohol into a pool area at a resort with an open bar where alcohol can be purchased, especially given signs stating it is against Florida state statutes to bring alcohol in as long as the bar is open?

February 1st, 2023

I received divorce papers from my wife and they asked if I filed a response and need my disclosures. What does that all mean, and what should I do next?

September 17th, 2024