Business, Corporate & Commercial Law
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What Type of Attorney Handles Defamation Threats Over Social Media Posts?
In general, a defamation issue involving social media posts may be handled by an attorney who practices defamation law, media law, First Amendment-related litigation, or civil litigation. In Kansas, the right type of law...
What are my rights if a used car dealer sold me a truck with undisclosed flood damage?
If you bought a used truck in Alabama and later learned it had flood damage that was not disclosed, you may have several possible legal and practical options depending on the facts. In general, buyers may have claims if...
Can a car dealer change the price after I signed the purchase agreement?
In general, a car dealer may not simply change a signed purchase price just because it later wants a higher amount. A signed purchase agreement usually matters because it can show the terms the parties agreed to, includi...
Can a casino or gaming account balance be turned over as unclaimed property in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, a casino or gaming account balance may sometimes be treated as unclaimed property if the owner has not used, contacted, or otherwise indicated interest in the funds for a long enough period of time under a...
Can an old money order or cashier’s check be sent to the state as unclaimed property?
In Utah, an old money order or cashier’s check may sometimes be turned over to the state as unclaimed property if it remains unclaimed for long enough and the holder is required to report it under Utah’s unclaimed proper...
What are my rights if my mineral royalty payments were turned over as unclaimed property?
If your mineral royalty payments were turned over as unclaimed property, you generally still may have a right to claim the money from the state or the holder that reported it. In North Dakota, as in other states, unclaim...
What are my rights if I signed a waiver without reading it carefully?
In general, signing a waiver does not automatically mean you lose every legal right connected to the situation. In Idaho, as in many states, a signed waiver may be treated as evidence that you agreed to its terms, even i...
How do I dispute an auto repair bill when the shop replaced parts I never authorized?
If an auto repair shop in Florida replaced parts you never authorized, you may have a basis to dispute the bill, but the best response depends on what you approved, what the shop documented, and whether the parts were tr...
Do I have to send a cease and desist letter before suing for online defamation in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, you usually do not have to send a cease and desist letter before filing a lawsuit for online defamation. In general, a defamation claim does not have a universal legal requirement that you first demand a...
Is it legal for a subscription service to require 30 days notice to cancel?
In general, a subscription service may be allowed to require 30 days’ notice to cancel if that term was clearly disclosed and is not otherwise prohibited by applicable law. In Utah, as in many states, the details usually...
Can I Dispute a Credit Card Charge for a Service That Was Never Completed?
In general, you may be able to dispute a credit card charge if you paid for a service that was not completed, not provided, or was materially different from what was promised. In a New York case, the basic question is of...
What are my rights if a YouTuber used my name and falsely called me a scammer?
If a YouTuber used your name and publicly called you a scammer, you may have rights under Washington law depending on what was said, how it was presented, and whether the statement was false and harmful. In general, fals...
Can prepaid debit card balances be subject to escheatment laws in West Virginia?
In general, yes. Prepaid debit card balances may be subject to escheatment laws if the funds are considered abandoned property under West Virginia law and no valid activity occurs for the applicable period. Whether a par...
How do I know if a voicemail message counts as consent to record the rest of a call?
In general, a voicemail message does not automatically count as consent to record the rest of a live phone call. Whether it counts usually depends on what the speaker actually said, whether the statement clearly allowed...
Can I Stop Payment on a Check to a Contractor Who Did Bad Work?
In general, you may be able to stop payment on a check to a contractor, but whether that is a good or lawful option depends on the facts, your agreement, and Hawaii law. A stop-payment order usually tells your bank not t...