Summary
The user, Tim, is facing a small claims dispute in Nebraska. His ex-partner claims he owes her $1,500 for a purchase she made, but there is no written or verbal agreement to support this. Additionally, his ex-partner wants to take a couch she purchased but had previously said he could have. Tim has a text message that could serve as evidence of her intention to leave the couch to him. In Nebraska, verbal contracts can be legally binding but are harder to prove, and text messages can serve as written evidence.Full Conversation
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What is the nature of your small claims dispute, ****?
In Nebraska, small claims court handles cases where the amount in dispute is $*,* or less.
my ex claims that I owe her $*,* for a purchase that she made
Did you agree to pay for this purchase or is there any written agreement about this? In Nebraska, verbal contracts can be legally binding but are harder to prove.
I did not agree and there is no written agreement
In Nebraska, without a written agreement or proof of verbal agreement, it's difficult to enforce a claim.
- Douglas County Small Claims Court: * Farnam St, Omaha, NE *, (*) *-*.
She moved out and wants to take the couch with her
Did she purchase the couch or was it a joint purchase? In Nebraska, property acquired during cohabitation is typically divided based on who bought it.
she purchased it but said I could have it
Did she give you the couch in writing or was there a witness present when she said you could have it? In Nebraska, gifts once given cannot be taken back.
i have a text message that says she is leaving it to me
In Nebraska, text messages can serve as written evidence. However, it's best to consult with a lawyer for a more accurate interpretation.
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