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DIY Legal Question — self-representation

Started by first_time_contractor_OH · Dec 18, 2024 · 1,625 views · 13 replies
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FT
first_time_contractor_OH OP

Has anyone dealt with something like this? I'm not sure what my options are.

using ChatGPT for legal research accuracy. I've been dealing with this for about 5 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have already tried to resolve this directly but got conflicting advice.

Do I have a strong case? What should my next steps be?

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first_time_buyer_FL

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

TL
Mod_TermsLaw Moderator

Attorney here. Here's my take on the legal issues.

This is a common situation and the law is fairly clear. Under the relevant statute, actionable.

Before taking legal action, consider sending a formal demand letter. In many cases, this alone resolves the issue.

FD
frustrated_dev_2024

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

IG
InsuranceGuy_FL

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

What worked for me was escalating to a supervisor/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

CA
ConsumerAdvocate

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

In my case, it took about 3-6 months to resolve. The key was having everything documented.

AF
asking_for_friend_trader_IL

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

CP
confused_parent_WA

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

RM
RestaurantOwner_Miami

Been there. Here's what I learned.

In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.

NL
NursePractitioner_LA

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

What worked for me was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. It took 2-4 months but was worth it.

DN
DataPrivacy_Nerd

Been there. Here's what I learned.

I ended up filing with the appropriate government agency, which cost about $4-8 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

TD
throwaway_dev_help

Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.

AD
anon_driver_2022

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

AW
anon_worker_CO

Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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