Baseball League Contract Dispute

Summary

If a baseball summer league fails to provide agreed accommodations, you may be entitled to a refund. Request a copy of the contract and contact the league. If unresolved, consider collective action or legal advice. Online platforms like USLawyerInJapan offer consultations in Japanese.

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Hi ****, are you looking to create a contract for a baseball summer league or do you have an issue with an existing contract? This will help me provide the most relevant information.
When my sun signed up to participate in the summer league, He was told that he would be introduced to a host family for accommodation, so I paid the fee. However, he was later informed that they could not introduce a host family. Consequently, he had no means of staying in the area and could not participate, yet I was still charged the fee.
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about the situation. In Japan, if a service isn't provided as agreed, you may be entitled to a refund. Did you have a written agreement or any documentation about the host family arrangement?
It seems that he signed the document, but he did not receive a copy.
Hello ****,
Based on Japanese law:
- If there was a written agreement, it should be followed.
- If your son didn't receive a copy, you can request one.
- If the agreement isn't fulfilled, you might be entitled to a refund.
Did you contact the league about this issue?
This team is based in Washington State, and he, an exchange student from Oregon, was planning to join. However, he could not participate because there was no accommodation available. He informed them that he would cancel, but they responded that he could not cancel because he had signed the contract.
Hello ****,
In the US, contracts are binding, but if the terms aren't fulfilled, you may be entitled to a refund. Contact the league and request the contract copy. If they refuse, considering legal advice may be beneficial.
In the case of pursuing legal action, the amount of damage is small at $*,*, but there are several other exchange students who have suffered the same damage. What steps can they take together?
Hello ****,
The students can consider collective action such as:
- Filing a class action lawsuit if they've all suffered similar damages.
- Reporting to a consumer protection agency.
- Seeking assistance from a student rights organization.
Remember, it's essential to consult with a legal professional for detailed advice.
Where can I find specific consultation services that speak Japanese? What actions should I take next?
Hello ****,
You can find legal consultation services that speak Japanese through the following platforms:
- The Japan Legal Support Center (Houterasu)
- Local bar associations
Next, gather all relevant documents and information, then contact a legal professional. They will guide you on the best course of action.
Can Lawyer.com speak in Japanese?
こんにちは、****さん。はい、私たちは日本語でのコミュニケーションをサポートしています。法律に関する質問があれば何でもお聞きください。
I'm not comfortable speaking on the phone in English. Are there any consultation services where I can chat online?
Hello ****, I understand your concern. Yes, there are online legal consultation services that provide assistance in Japanese. One such service is LawConsult. They offer consultations through email and online chats. Would you like more information about them?
Yes please.
Here is the contact information for LawConsult:

LawConsult


Website: https://www.lawconsult.jp/
They offer online chat and email consultations in Japanese. Please visit their website to initiate a consultation.
This is about consulting a Japanese lawyer, right? Instead, are there any services where I can chat in Japanese with a lawyer in the United States?
Hello ****, There are few online platforms where you can chat with a U.S. lawyer in Japanese. One of them is "USLawyerInJapan". They are US-based lawyers who are fluent in Japanese. Would you like more information about them?
Yes.
Here is the contact information for USLawyerInJapan:

USLawyerInJapan


Website: https://www.uslawyerinjapan.com/
They offer online chat and email consultations in Japanese. Please visit their website to initiate a consultation.