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Piles of brick, asphalt and rubble are creating an eyesore in a local community, so Troubleshooter Joe Pagonakis goes to the city for answers.
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A woman pays nearly $1,000 up front for a dress for her daughter's wedding but the dress never arrived and the Rocky River store refused to give her a refund.
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Troubleshooter Joe Pagonakis takes on the case of a landlord who says tenants didn't pay their rent and let trash and dog feces pile up in the home.
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A Westlake woman sued a contractor in small claims court and won. Now she can't collect her judgement. Troubleshooter Joe Pagonakis explains how the process works.
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A Lorain county woman says a malfunctioning gas pump caused quite a spill and created a hazardous situation. Troubleshooter Joe Pagonakis explains what safety precautions you need to take when filling your tank.
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A South Euclid couple paid thousands of dollars over the past few months to save their home but it was sold at the sheriff's sale. Find out what happened. More Details
Auto dealers are using enticing service contracts to get you to seal the deal. But before you sign on the dotted line, Troubleshooter Joe Pagonakis warns make sure you know what the deal "really" includes.
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A fire that sent three Cleveland children to the hospital is an important reminder that all homes should have working smoke detectors. Troubleshooter Joe Pagonakis has more on fire safety tips and how you can get a free smoke detector.
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With money still tight for many families, some are looking to cut back on holiday spending. Find out some easy ways to make the holidays affordable. More Details Budget Holiday Spending