Business, Corporate & Commercial Law
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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...
The car wash ripped off my side mirror and pointed to a “not responsible” sign. Does that matter?
In Georgia, a “not responsible” sign may matter, but it usually does not automatically end the issue. In general, a business cannot always avoid responsibility just by posting a sign, especially if the damage may have be...
Can I bring a claim if I got food poisoning from a catered event and missed work?
If you got food poisoning after a catered event in Missouri and missed work, you may have a possible claim, but it depends on the facts. In general, a person who is harmed by contaminated food might pursue a claim based...
How do I prove human authorship in a work that includes AI-generated text?
In general, the question is not whether a work used AI at all, but whether a human contributed enough original expression for the legally protected parts of the work to be considered human-authored. Under U.S. copyright...
What Should I Do If a Mechanic Fixed the Wrong Problem and the Car Still Will Not Run?
If a mechanic fixed the wrong problem and your car still will not run, the first step is usually to document everything carefully. Keep the repair order, invoices, diagnostic reports, texts, emails, photos, and any notes...
What are my rights if a daycare charged me for a full month after I withdrew my child with two weeks’ notice?
In North Dakota, your rights usually depend first on the daycare agreement you signed and what it says about notice, tuition, refunds, and withdrawal. If the contract requires a full month’s notice, the daycare may be re...
How do I take a landscaper to small claims court for charging $900 and leaving my yard unfinished?
In Iowa, a dispute like this is often handled as a small claims or other civil money dispute if the amount involved is within the court’s limits and the facts support a claim for unpaid, overpaid, or refunded work. In ge...
Do I have to keep paying a personal loan if the lender closed my online account and will not send statements?
In general, yes: closing your online account or stopping paper statements usually does not cancel a personal loan or end your duty to make payments. The loan contract still may remain in effect, and the balance may conti...
What Can I Do If a Contractor Took My Deposit and Disappeared?
If a contractor took your deposit and then stopped responding, it can feel overwhelming. In general, your options may depend on what the contract said, what work was promised, how much money you paid, and whether the con...
Do I have to prove the person knew the statement was false?
In general, it depends on the type of legal claim and the facts. In some disputes, proving that the speaker knew a statement was false can be important. In others, the law may focus more on whether the statement was fals...
How do I know whether a conversation counts as confidential under California Penal Code 632?
Under California Penal Code 632, whether a conversation counts as confidential usually depends on the setting, the participants, and whether anyone involved reasonably expected privacy. In general, the law is aimed at pr...
What happens if I received a recording that someone else made illegally under Penal Code 632?
In California, receiving a recording that someone else may have made illegally can create legal risk, but the exact consequences usually depend on what you knew, how you got the recording, and how you used it. Penal Code...
What are my rights if my spouse transferred money to a foreign bank account?
If your spouse transferred money to a foreign bank account, you may have several possible concerns, especially if you are in Tennessee and the money came from marital funds. In general, money earned during the marriage a...
How do I handle a DMCA takedown notice for an AI-generated video I posted?
If you receive a DMCA takedown notice about an AI-generated video you posted, the first step is usually to stay calm and review the notice carefully. In general, a DMCA notice is a copyright complaint, not a court order....
Is it legal for a subscription service to keep billing after I removed my payment method?
In general, a subscription service may not be allowed to keep charging you forever just because your old payment method is still on file. But removing a card, bank account, or other payment method does not always automat...