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landscaper ate some exotic fruit from my orchard
my question is can I hold this against the company as this was priceless to me as I was going to use this for a special ceremony.
The court would need to interpret the claim of pricelessness against ...
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landscaper ate some exotic fruit from my orchard
Conversion
Conversion is an intentional tort consisting of "taking with the intent of exercising over the chattel an ownership inconsistent with the real owner's right of possession".
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In Berlin, Germany, does any rental-price limit apply to fixed-term rental contracts?
This was covered on TV and the channel was a state owned one. They had their lawyer on there explaining many things. Wie So had this as well. Best answer is to take that term contract to the RAT ...
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What is the legal basis for Brazil freezing starlink assets due to twitter/x fines?
In that case, the court is evoking Article 139 of the Civil Code that gives the judicial branch powers to deal with contempt of court. That article reads:
Art. 139. The judge shall conduct the ...
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What is the legal basis for Brazil freezing starlink assets due to twitter/x fines?
Associated entities
australia
While the specifics used of what exactly is an associated entity are Australian, the concept of holding all associated entities responsible for the actions of one of them ...
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Who is responsible for the damage from a tree branch?
It's complicated
australia
Many, but by no means all, species of native eucalyptus (gum) trees spontaneously drop otherwise healthy limbs even in calm weather, usually in summer. These can be ...
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Who is responsible for the damage from a tree branch?
In California, the property owner is responsible for abating hazardous conditions in and around his property, including trees — even trees planted on public property immediately in front of his house! ...
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Who is responsible for the damage from a tree branch?
It depends on the specific statutes and case law of the specific state wherein Jim and Paul reside. But generally, the tree is the property of Paul, as the tree is rooted on his land; however, any ...
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Who is responsible for the damage from a tree branch?
france
I should note right at the outset that when it comes to such disputes, "Paul" and "Jim" are usually replaced by "Paul’s insurance company" and "Jim’s ...
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Who is responsible for the damage from a tree branch?
canada
Paul is responsible if he was negligent. This will depend on whether he did what was reasonable in the circumstances.
For example, if he knew that previously, branches had fallen, or otherwise ...
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If I escalate a FERPA amendment request, what happens if key evidence(waivers), was lost/destroyed during transition to digital + retention policies?
You testify, they testify
In the absence of the records, you will each give your recollection of what they contained (if relevant). The judge will weigh the testimony and reach a decision.
A court can,...
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