Bankruptcy, Debt & Consumer Protection
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How do I handle a business that recorded my call and shared it with a third-party vendor?
If a business recorded your call and then shared that recording with a third-party vendor, the first question is usually whether the recording itself was lawful and whether the later sharing was allowed. In Washington, c...
Do I have to pay a debt collector who refuses to send me a written notice?
In general, you do not have to ignore a debt collector just because the collector has not sent you a written notice. At the same time, a lack of written notice may matter a great deal when you are deciding whether the de...
What are my rights if a former client falsely called me a thief in an online review?
If a former client posted an online review falsely calling you a thief, that statement may raise defamation concerns under general U.S. law and Oklahoma law. In broad terms, a false statement of fact that harms your repu...
Do I have to pay a parking garage ticket if the exit gate was broken and no attendant was there?
In general, you may still owe money for parking if you used a garage, but a broken exit gate and no attendant can raise questions about whether the garage can fairly enforce the charge. In Utah, the answer usually depend...
What happens if a defamatory video was shared thousands of times before removal?
If a defamatory video was shared thousands of times before it was removed, the main legal concern is usually the size and spread of the harm. In general, the more widely a false and damaging video is circulated, the more...
What are my rights if my fiancé threatens to cancel the wedding unless I sign?
In Kansas, as in many states, a person generally cannot be forced to sign an agreement just because their fiancé threatens to cancel the wedding. Whether you have legal rights depends a lot on what you are being asked to...
Should I Try to Settle Credit Card Debt for a Parent With No Money or Assets?
In general, the answer depends less on whether you want to help and more on whether you are actually responsible for the debt. If the account is only in your parent’s name, you usually are not personally liable just beca...
Is it legal for my spouse to take my name off a joint bank account?
In general, it may be possible for a spouse to remove your name from a joint bank account, but the answer depends on how the account is titled, the bank’s own rules, and whether both account holders are required to make...
Do I have to prove my identity to recover funds listed under my maiden name?
In general, yes, you may have to prove your identity if you are trying to recover money or property that is listed under your maiden name. In Pennsylvania, as in many states, the holder of the funds usually needs enough...
Do I have to pay a dentist for a crown that fell off after 10 days?
In general, you may still owe a dentist for treatment even if a crown falls off after 10 days, but the answer depends on the facts, the dental office’s policies, and what was agreed to before treatment. In New Jersey, as...
How do I handle a moving company that lost my $2,200 TV during a cross-state move?
If a moving company lost your TV during an interstate move, the first step is usually to gather every document connected to the move and the missing item. That often includes your bill of lading, inventory list, estimate...
Can my bank send my checking account to the state as unclaimed property if I have not used it in three years?
In California, a bank account may be treated as unclaimed property if there has been no customer activity for a long period and the bank cannot reach the owner. In general, that means the account has become dormant or in...
Can I sue if someone edited screenshots to make it look like I admitted to a crime?
In Virginia, edited screenshots that falsely make it look like you admitted to a crime may sometimes support a civil claim, but the exact legal theory depends on the facts. In general, the law looks at what was published...
What happens if an AI image I used in an ad looks almost identical to another artist’s work?
If an AI-generated image used in an advertisement looks almost identical to another artist’s work, the situation may raise copyright, trademark, false advertising, unfair competition, or contract issues, depending on the...
What are my rights if my school closed after I transferred credits to another college?
If your school closed after you transferred credits to another college, your rights usually depend on several separate issues: whether the closed school was your original school, whether you had already withdrawn, whethe...