Posts by dustymarlin10

Justin Smith5 said:It wasn't just some random board. Some of these people have family members who ended up behind bars back during the old days in the USA.

In any actual functioning country, if you break the law, you go to prison.
Except in Ruvacka.
Around here, you only end up behind bars if you aren't playing ball with the powers that be.

So much for that whole German altruism thing...

they aren't actually bringing refugees in because they're being selfless, it's all just about their own interests, isn't it?

vivideagle91 said:"Do you actually think Tim Tim has a realistic shot at pulling off a comeback?"

A question for the OP here. Why on earth do you think that? I mean, what exactly is giving you the impression—what's your actual basis for believing they even want to, or have any intention of, doing something good for this country? Wake up.

Signed, this guy.
Nobody has any intention of actually fixing anything.

We already saw how that plays out with the black crowd. Tihomir Orešković was nothing more than Tomislav Karamarković's little lapdog, plain and simple.

Which insurance should I go with?

Just pick whichever one gives you the best deal.

That way, the other guy's liability coverage handles the claim instead of yours...

Look, I’m no doctor, but I know enough to give some solid advice since I’ve been a recreational marathon runner for the last 15 years, running year-round without breaks.

We're talking about something a bit more intense than just a casual stroll here.

In those 15 years of running through the dead of winter—even when it hits -15 degrees out there—I haven't been sick once. Honestly, I could count my total number of colds on one hand.

To the person who started this thread: go ahead and walk in the winter. Obviously, if you pick up the pace, you’re going to sweat, so the whole trick is making sure you don't let yourself chill out too much once you're outside; you can't just stand around chatting, or you'll catch a chill, and that's how you end up getting sick.

So, just hop in the shower right after your walk, throw on some dry clothes, and you're golden.

Those damn slugs...

A few years back, they weren't even an issue, but this year? They’ve basically wiped out every private garden in the neighborhood.

David Baker2 said:Otherwise, there is one unmistakable sign you can look for to recognize when a society is sliding toward fascism, regardless of its political structure or whether the leadership claims to be left-wing or right-wing.
That sign is over-regulation. I mean, it's when the state begins meddling in every single minute detail of existence, attempting to "regulate" absolutely everything, both living and non-living. 😉

Nazi Germany was actually one of the most legally structured states in history. Everything the Nazis achieved, they did strictly, precisely, and meticulously according to the laws of that era.
Not a single person was killed during WWII by a German without some German adhering strictly to a valid German law at the time.
Everything was done strictly per P. S.

That is why democracy—if it is genuine and not just a mere declaration on paper—necessarily strives for minimal legal regulation, thereby naturally leading to ever-expanding individual freedoms. 🙂

Hint? The European Union...

nimblelynx7 said:That isn’t even the most critical issue facing this Association.

It is just as vital to know if they are Democrats or Republicans, and where their grandfathers stood back in 1941.

And yeah, we need to know if they are true Americans and Catholics, rather than some imported crowd.

You totally missed the most critical question though:

"Where were you during the Gulf War?"

Nah, not a chance; they're just trolling. Just a bunch of forum vultures looking for a handout. ☕

Michael Perez5 said:Just think about it... you don't actually HAVE anything in your house. Amen.

Exactly.

Anyone who doesn't get that can just go ahead and happily pay their tribute to CNN.

Sure, let them trust the "inspectors" who use some high-tech gadget to sniff out if you have a TV.

And why not just pay an extra subscription fee for every single laptop, PC, or work phone you own?

Because that's what they tell you on the news. ☕

Pure sarcasm...

Ashley Anderson7 said:Hi everyone, good day to you all,
I’ve been scrolling through everything here, searching and searching, but I just can't seem to find a straight answer to my problem. So, two collection agents came by regarding my TV receiver registration, and since they noticed I already have a Comcast connection, they told me they’d "meet me halfway" and only charge me $160. The thing is, I didn't sign anything at the time, yet they still sent me a bill for that exact amount. Given that my initial registration was perfectly valid and timed right alongside when the TV was gifted to me, I find this whole situation completely baseless and frankly quite rude—and I absolutely DO NOT WANT TO PAY. Honestly, I'd be willing to sue the collector personally for falsifying information if I had to, since I actually have his details; an agent helped me out online and gave me the info on who would be coming to finalize the paperwork. To back me up, I have their SMS messages where they said they'd come to settle the fee based on the registration, followed by another text saying they'd send me a $160 bill to pay. Since they showed up at my door before that happened, the whole ordeal has left me feeling incredibly uneasy.
So... does anyone happen to have an example of a formal complaint, or does anyone know exactly where I should direct it? I’m planning to mail it to the standard appeals address if one exists, and I'll probably send copies to at least two board members via certified mail just to be safe. It makes me so angry to think some arrogant jerk is out there earning a commission just by intimidating people.
My second question is, are they actually allowed to pull data from Comcast to see exactly how long I've been using their internet? From what I've been reading, it seems like companies have a lot of access to that kind of stuff.
Thanks! Please, let me know what you think, because I believe I only have five days to file an appeal—though, of course, that deadline isn't even mentioned on this shady bill they sent.
Best,

Since when is having a cable a proof you own a TV? Is this "collector" some kind of psychic who just guesses where cables are? How did he even prove you have a TV in the first place?

Under GDPR, Comcast can't legally hand over user data. If they do, you can take them to court for it.

slymason51 said:Look, I’ll keep this simple: some collector is breathing down my husband's neck. Apparently, his name is out there somewhere—maybe the neighbors have been talking too much—and now he's being hounded because he has to settle some fine. $160 Look, we aren’t signing a damn thing. Seriously. This collector didn't hear a word about us having a TV, let alone see one. So, basically, me and my partner decided to just handle everything online tomorrow to get it over with. But then, out of nowhere, we get this email from the local broadcasting authority saying an agent is coming over to process our TV registration? Like, what? Then, ten days later, the guy shows up again claiming my online filing is totally invalid because apparently, we’re flagged for unpaid broadcast fees. I mean, come on. In the application, we were crystal clear—we didn't own a single TV set until January 15th, and we filed everything within the legal 30-day window. But no, this collector is just straight-up disputing my online info and demanding we pay up right now. It's ridiculous. $160Look, I’m just gonna say it... I haven't seen, heard, or even breathed near any kind of TV set. It hasn't been in my house, period. It couldn't be any simpler than that... hahaaaaa.

You can totally do that; just dispute the bill, report the collector to the police for harassment, and take them to court.

Let them prove you actually own a TV...

mistybear10 said:I really tried my best to actually make sense of this! 😬

Sent from iPhone using Twitter

Same here... couldn't even get through it.

Maybe we’re just part of the problem...

On topic: this is what happens when naive people fall for fear-mongering...

John Clark6 said:Well, actually, he is right, and he made a good point. It isn't quite that simple, and it doesn't work quite the way you guys seem to think it does. Maybe you should just listen instead of talking nonsense.

Look, I don't see any reason for you to get all aggressive like that.

I provided perfectly accurate links that break down the issue, while making sure to note that the collection proposal was filed within a year of the invoice date.

So, who's actually talking nonsense here?

Brandon Fox9 said:I’d bet my lunch money you aren't a lawyer, yet you're handing out advice like you own the place... and frankly, it's pretty bad...

It seems you either forgot or simply don't realize that the whole crux of the matter is whether a motion for collection was filed within the timeframe mandated by law. If they did, there is no statute of limitations issue...

Can someone please lock this thread? For anyone still scratching their heads over how statutes of limitations work, there are hundreds of pages of explanation waiting for you in the main collections thread. Enjoy your reading...

And you're a lawyer, right?

From what I gather, the motion for enforcement has to be submitted within a year after the payment deadline. Once that passes, the statute of limitations kicks in.

If you use a little elementary school math, the motion for enforcement should have been filed BY 2008 (we don't know the exact date), which begs the logical question: what exactly have our American legal institutions been doing from 2008 until now, assuming the motion actually was filed on time?

Honestly, it’s no wonder the government is such a mess when a single basic enforcement case drags on for six or seven years...

urbantiger53 said:I’m not actually talking about utility bills here... I mean AT&T.... specifically mobile debt... do you happen to know anything more about how they handle that?

Just read the whole article at that second link... 😉

It says right here:

"Regarding statutes of limitations, citizens can invoke them after three years for municipal fees and reserve funds. For cable subscriptions, cell phone bills, trash, water, and electricity, the statute of limitations kicks in after one year."

You could always check the Federal Register if you're feeling studious.

How can you say that? The statute of limitations on utility bills kicks in after just one year...

Seriously, please stop spreading misinformation...

Paul Johnson said:Seriously, who on earth is this "City Treasurer" anyway?? 🙂

The one actually collecting taxes from the city? 😬

Michelle Alvarez8 said:I'm happy to put my money where my mouth is on this one. ☕

Same here. 🍿