Action 9

Action 9 attorney Jason Stoogenke advises parents to ensure their 18-year-old children complete three legal forms—HIPAA waiver, Medical power of attorney, and Durable power of attorney—to manage medical and financial decisions during emergencies. The forms should be notarized, and copies retained for quick access.

Mark Nguyen alleges Meineke employees took his car for an unauthorized joyride while it was in their care, as captured by his dash cam. He reported the incident to a manager, who offered a free oil change, and noted legal options for similar cases.

Jay Mattier reported a scam where a caller impersonated a young man he raised, claiming to be in an accident and needing money for a bond. The scammer used fake crying and a convincing lawyer to pressure him, but Mattier avoided sending money after verifying the situation. Attorney Jason Stoogenke advised recognizing such scams by checking for code words or inconsistencies.

Tammy Legette is seeking legislative reform after a relative fraudulently altered a property deed to claim sole ownership of her late grandfather's home in Charlotte. The relative was cited for illegal notarization and pleaded guilty, but Legette faces ongoing challenges in clearing the title. She advocates for two bills to require government ID for deed recordings and streamline title disputes.

John Kurkowski's mailbox was destroyed in a hit-and-run in Denver. Neighbors provided the suspect's vehicle details, which he used to file a claim with the driver's insurance company, Erie. After initial resistance, the insurance agreed to pay $800 for the damage. Attorney Jason Stoogenke advised on handling similar claims.