Bankruptcy, Debt & Consumer Protection
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Do I have to return company tools before getting paid my final wages?
In general, an employer may ask for company tools, equipment, keys, badges, uniforms, or other property to be returned when employment ends. But the question of whether your final wages can be delayed until those items a...
How do I get a refund from an airline that canceled my flight but only offered credit?
If an airline canceled your flight and offered only travel credit, you may be able to ask for a cash refund instead, depending on the ticket terms, the reason for the cancellation, and the governing consumer protection r...
What are my rights if my college closed before I finished my degree and I still owe $18,000?
If your college closed before you finished your degree, you may have several possible rights and options, but they depend heavily on the facts. In Illinois, the first question is usually what kind of money you still owe:...
Do I have to pay for a broken appliance if it stopped working due to age?
In general, whether you have to pay for a broken appliance that stopped working due to age depends on what the appliance was, who owned it, and what agreement controlled the situation. In Indiana, as in many states, the...
Can I Sue an Online Course Company That Promised a Job but Delivered Nothing?
If an online course company in Ohio promised that you would get a job, placement help, or a specific career result and then delivered little or nothing, you may have legal options under general consumer protection, contr...
How do I stop a debt collector from adding interest to an already disputed debt?
In general, a debt collector may not simply add interest whenever it wants, but whether interest can continue to grow depends on the original agreement, the type of debt, the creditor’s rights, and the applicable law. If...
My neighbor’s tree drops fruit all over my driveway and attracts rats. Any legal remedy?
In California, a neighbor’s tree dropping fruit onto your driveway can sometimes lead to a legal issue, but the answer usually depends on the facts. In general, tree branches, roots, leaves, and fruit that cross a proper...
What are my rights if my car insurance company says my accident claim is worth less than the repair estimate?
If your car insurance company says your accident claim is worth less than the repair estimate, that usually means the insurer is questioning some part of the repair bill, the damage estimate, or the value of the loss. In...
What happens if I buy a car and later find out the odometer was rolled back?
If you buy a car and later discover the odometer was rolled back, the situation may involve fraud, misrepresentation, or other consumer protection issues. In general, an odometer rollback means the vehicle’s mileage was...
How do I file a claim against a caterer who canceled my event last minute?
If a caterer in Massachusetts canceled your event at the last minute, you may have a contract dispute, a consumer complaint issue, or both, depending on the facts. In general, the first step is to gather the written agre...
What happens if a dealership adds hidden fees not listed in the advertised price?
In general, if a dealership advertises one price and then adds fees that were not clearly disclosed, a consumer may have questions about whether the advertising or sales practices were misleading. In South Carolina, as i...
What are my rights if my loan was discharged for disability and then reinstated?
If a loan was previously discharged because of disability and later reinstated, your rights usually depend on why the reinstatement happened, what notice you received, and what type of loan is involved. In general, a len...
How do I sue a mechanic who kept my car for 40 days and still did not repair it?
In Nevada, a dispute with a mechanic who kept your car for a long time and did not finish the repair may involve contract issues, consumer-protection concerns, or a property dispute, depending on what you agreed to, what...
Do I have to pay a parking ticket issued on private property?
In general, a parking ticket issued on private property is not the same as a government-issued traffic citation. A private parking notice is usually a demand for payment from the property owner, landlord, business, or a...
How do I deal with a car rental company billing me $1,300 for scratches I did not cause?
If a rental car company bills you for scratches you believe you did not cause, the first step is usually to gather the rental agreement, pickup and return photos, and any emails or texts about the car’s condition. In gen...