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lokum88
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 Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 8:19 am Post subject: Has anyone been sued in a foreign country before? |
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I signed something in a foreign language without knowing what it was and now am getting sued over it. Has this happened to anyone else? What did you do? Did it work out for you in the end, or did you chalk it up to a "learning experience" about what to do and what not to do while teaching in a foreign country?
I'm feeling a bit like I must be the dumbest person who's ever walked this earth, and could just use a little bit of support, similar stories, or words of encouragement.
Also: ALWAYS know what you're signing. It shouldn't have to be said, but I can't be the only person who's ever done so. You have the right to get some thing translated into a language that you understand before signing anything -- no matter how much you might trust your employer. |
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sheikh radlinrol
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| Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 8:51 pm Post subject: Re: Has anyone been sued in a foreign country before? |
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| lokum88 wrote: |
I signed something in a foreign language without knowing what it was and now am getting sued over it. Has this happened to anyone else? What did you do? Did it work out for you in the end, or did you chalk it up to a "learning experience" about what to do and what not to do while teaching in a foreign country?
I'm feeling a bit like I must be the dumbest person who's ever walked this earth, and could just use a little bit of support, similar stories, or words of encouragement.
Also: ALWAYS know what you're signing. It shouldn't have to be said, but I can't be the only person who's ever done so. You have the right to get some thing translated into a language that you understand before signing anything -- no matter how much you might trust your employer. |
Take your case to the International Court of Justice in The Hague (Holland). You will win. |
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lokum88
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| Posted: Sun May 08, 2016 4:15 am Post subject: Re: Has anyone been sued in a foreign country before? |
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| sheikh radlinrol wrote: |
| lokum88 wrote: |
I signed something in a foreign language without knowing what it was and now am getting sued over it. Has this happened to anyone else? What did you do? Did it work out for you in the end, or did you chalk it up to a "learning experience" about what to do and what not to do while teaching in a foreign country?
I'm feeling a bit like I must be the dumbest person who's ever walked this earth, and could just use a little bit of support, similar stories, or words of encouragement.
Also: ALWAYS know what you're signing. It shouldn't have to be said, but I can't be the only person who's ever done so. You have the right to get some thing translated into a language that you understand before signing anything -- no matter how much you might trust your employer. |
Take your case to the International Court of Justice in The Hague (Holland). You will win. |
That sounds like it will just open up a whole new can of worms. It's what Is over only about $3,000 US, so at this point, even though he's done some pretty underhanded, illegal shit, I think I'm just going to pay him, then file a restraining order. It's mainly just "lesson learned" at this point. We both *know* we're right -- he just has the legal clout, willingness to involve himself in shady stuff, and persistence to back himself up.
Thank you for the tip, though. |
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nomad soul
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| Generally folks quickly depart the country in order to avoid litigation and/or legal penalties. However, if you're physically still in the same country as the employer/other party, then consider getting a good attorney if you feel you have a solid defense. Otherwise, grit your teeth and open your wallet. |
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sheikh radlinrol
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| Posted: Mon May 09, 2016 7:46 pm Post subject: |
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| It would be interesting to know which country you refer to. |
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In the heat of the moment
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| Posted: Wed May 11, 2016 9:33 am Post subject: |
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| sheikh radlinrol wrote: |
| It would be interesting to know which country you refer to. |
My wild a$$ guess is it's Korea and over a housing issue, or it could be the OP's home/adopted Aanglophone country and over anything at all.
Just a WAG, for sh1ts and giggles. |
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scot47
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| "You can't do this to me !" Sure it has happened to others. Are you still in the relevant jurisdiction ? If you have moved back home what can they do ? |
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Guy Courchesne
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| Posted: Wed May 18, 2016 2:17 am Post subject: Re: Has anyone been sued in a foreign country before? |
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| lokum88 wrote: |
I signed something in a foreign language without knowing what it was and now am getting sued over it. Has this happened to anyone else? What did you do? Did it work out for you in the end, or did you chalk it up to a "learning experience" about what to do and what not to do while teaching in a foreign country?
I'm feeling a bit like I must be the dumbest person who's ever walked this earth, and could just use a little bit of support, similar stories, or words of encouragement.
Also: ALWAYS know what you're signing. It shouldn't have to be said, but I can't be the only person who's ever done so. You have the right to get some thing translated into a language that you understand before signing anything -- no matter how much you might trust your employer. |
Not the story you were looking for but I thought I'd share an experience.
I recently incorporated in Mexico with an American partner (I am Canadian). The notary and lawyers required us to have someone present who could translate, even though my Spanish is fine. Their reasoning was that if I or the company were ever sued I could never use the excuse of not understanding what I was signing. Either it's been used as a defense before or the legal folks are really over-cautious. |
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Trina Marlow
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| Posted: Sat Aug 27, 2016 10:59 am Post subject: |
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| Nope! Before I visit a foreign country, I make sure to read some of their important rules. It's better safe than sorry. |
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Hod
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| Posted: Sat Aug 27, 2016 3:30 pm Post subject: |
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| Trina Marlow wrote: |
| Nope! Before I visit a foreign country, I make sure to read some of their important rules. It's better safe than sorry. |
Easier said than...
...and visiting a country is one thing. Living there and having to sign contracts for jobs, accommodation, etc, is another.
I know that in Thailand, for example, you shouldn't be rude about royalty or touch someone's head, but give me a fourteen-page rental contract written in Thai legalise, I might struggle. |
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scot47
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Hod
When faced with that sort of issue I routinely consult a local soothsayer or astrologer. |
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mrenglish2nd
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| Posted: Mon Sep 05, 2016 2:12 pm Post subject: |
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| As sheikh radlinrol said, it would be interesting, and I'll add mandatory in order to provide advice, to know what country the event occurred in. |
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