Car Ownership Dispute Resolution

Summary

Verbal agreements can be challenging to enforce, but witness statements may support your case. Consider small claims court for disputes up to $6,000 in Alabama. Legal aid organizations may offer free or low-cost assistance. Fraud or deception could be involved if promises were not fulfilled.

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Kimberly
Hi Kimberly! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
A few years ago I was starting to have car trouble and I was getting ready to start a new job in a couple of months and so my ex-husband said sell your car and take the the money that you get and we'll put it down on you a down payment for a car and he said he would put the finance in his name so I did that and about 6 years later I had lost my job and that car had started to give me problems and so he said the same thing again and so I sold that car and I found another car and so with the money from where I sold the black charger he went and bought the red charger that I picked out but this time he never gave me the car. Or divorced and I live in Alabama and everybody knew that my whole family his whole family they knew that he was going to put this car in his name again like he did the last one and once again he offered just like he did the first time I never asked him so what can be done to him for doing this?
Hi Kimberly! It sounds like a difficult situation. Given that this involves promises and property, you might have a case for breach of contract or fraud.
- Did you have any written agreements or evidence of his promise to give you the car?
- Are there any witnesses who can support your claim?
I don't need any written evidence every all my kids know every friend we have knows my whole family knows as a matter of fact the car was in my mother's name and he had to call my mother and tell my mother that he would be okay with financing the car for me if she would just sign the title so I could sell it so no there's no written agreement needed everybody just knew it and he offered I didn't ask him to do this
Kimberly, verbal agreements can be harder to enforce than written ones, but not impossible. Since you have witnesses who can confirm the arrangement, it may be helpful. Here are some steps you can consider:
- Gather Witness Statements: Collect statements from your family, friends, and your mother to support your claim.
- Consult a Lawyer: A local attorney can provide specific advice and help you determine if you can pursue a breach of contract or fraud claim.
Would you like help connecting with a local lawyer who can assist further?
Well I gave you the whole scenario as to what happened and I'm I want you to tell me would this be something like that by deception because now I don't have a car at all
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Kimberly, it seems your situation involves potential fraud or deception. Here are some points to consider:
- Deception: Promising to finance a car and then not following through could be considered deceptive.
- Breach of Oral Contract: If you can provide witness statements, this could support your case.
Would you like to connect with a local lawyer who can assist you further?
No I don't have any money for a lawyer I'm just trying to find out what he would be guilty of legally
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Kimberly, your situation might involve fraud or deception. Here are some potential legal points:
- Deception: Promising to finance a car and then not following through could be considered deceptive.
- Breach of Oral Contract: If you can provide witness statements, this could support your case.
For the best advice, consider consulting a local attorney. If you decide to pursue this further, they can provide more tailored assistance.
Okay I just told you I don't have the money to do that so that's not going to happen but anyway thanks
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Kimberly, I understand your concern about the costs involved in consulting a lawyer. Here are some final points to consider:
- Small Claims Court: In Alabama, you might be able to file a claim in small claims court for amounts up to $*,* without the need for a lawyer.
- Legal Aid: Look into local legal aid organizations that offer free or low-cost legal assistance.
I hope this helps!