Phone Payment Dispute Resolution

Summary

If there was no written agreement to pay off the phone and fees, you may not be legally obligated. For aggressive messages, document them, report to law enforcement, and consult a local attorney about a potential restraining order. Missouri laws may vary.

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Step mom demanded phones back and told me the service was going be disconnected. Now she’s asking me to pay off the phone and fees. Phones were never in my name
Hello ****, in which state are you currently living? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information.
Missouri
Hello ****, it seems like you're dealing with a tricky situation. To clarify:
- Did your stepmom put the phones and service in her name, but you were using the phones?
- Were there any verbal or written agreements about who would pay for the phones?
Phones were always in her name we just paid her monthly
Hi ****,
In general, if there was no written agreement that you would pay off the phone and fees, you may not be legally obligated to do so. However, laws can vary. I recommend consulting a local attorney in Missouri for more specific advice.
Do you have to pay anyone rent for time you stayed with them if there was never asked or signed anything and it was two years ago
Hello ****,
In general, if there was no written or verbal agreement to pay rent, you may not be obligated to pay for past stays. However, Missouri laws may vary. Consulting a local attorney could give you more specific advice.
Step mom is sending me aggressive messages on email and text what can I do
Hello ****,
In Missouri, you may be able to file a harassment complaint if you're receiving aggressive messages. Here is what you can do:
- Document all the messages.
- Report to local law enforcement.
- Consult a local attorney about a potential restraining order.
Remember, laws may vary, so it's best to seek legal advice.