Business, Corporate & Commercial Law
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Is it legal to use copyrighted books as examples when prompting an AI writing tool?
In general, using copyrighted books as examples when prompting an AI writing tool may raise copyright questions, but the answer depends on what exactly you do with the material and how much of the book you use. Simply me...
How do I include ownership of a family business in a prenup?
If you own or expect to receive an interest in a family business, a prenuptial agreement can often be used to clarify how that ownership will be treated if you marry. In general, the prenup can say whether the business i...
My Roommate’s Cat Ruined My Mattress — Can I Make Them Pay for a Replacement?
In Texas, a roommate may sometimes be responsible if their pet damaged your mattress, but the answer usually depends on the facts. The key questions are who owned the mattress, who caused the damage, whether the roommate...
Can I sue if a podcast host falsely accused me of running a Ponzi scheme?
In Utah, a false accusation on a podcast may sometimes lead to a defamation claim, depending on what was said, how it was presented, and whether it caused harm. An accusation that someone ran a Ponzi scheme is serious be...
Is it legal for a company to auto-renew my subscription without clear notice?
In general, a company may be allowed to auto-renew a subscription if the terms clearly explain that the subscription will continue unless canceled. But if the renewal terms were not presented clearly, or if the company u...
How do I cancel a monthly tutoring service that keeps billing after my child stopped attending?
If a tutoring company keeps charging you after your child stopped attending, the first step is usually to review the contract or membership terms you agreed to when you signed up. In many consumer service arrangements, t...
I Bought a Used Car “As Is” and the Transmission Failed the Next Day — Any Recourse?
In Michigan, an “as is” used-car sale usually means the buyer accepts the vehicle in its current condition and the seller is generally not promising that the car is mechanically sound. So if the transmission failed the n...
Do I have to pay a cancellation fee for a gym that closed permanently?
In general, if a gym permanently closes, a cancellation fee may no longer be enforceable because the gym may no longer be able to provide the services the contract promised. But the answer depends on the contract terms,...
Do I have to pay a personal loan if the lender violated the terms of the agreement?
In general, a borrower does not automatically stop owing a personal loan just because the lender may have violated the agreement. Under ordinary contract principles, each side’s duties depend on the loan terms, the natur...
How do I get my deposit back from an event venue that canceled my party two weeks before the date?
If an event venue in Indiana canceled your party two weeks before the date, you will usually want to start by reviewing the written contract, any cancellation policy, and all messages between you and the venue. In genera...
Is it legal for a repair shop to hold my laptop until I pay a diagnostic fee I was never told about?
In Alaska, a repair shop may be able to keep possession of a laptop for unpaid charges in some situations, but the answer usually depends on the facts, the paperwork, and any agreement you made with the shop. If you were...
Is It Legal for a Store to Refuse Cash Payments?
In general, a store in Virginia may be able to refuse cash payments, but the answer often depends on the type of business, the store’s policies, and any laws that apply to the specific transaction. For many everyday reta...
Do I have to pay taxes when I recover money that was escheated years ago?
In general, recovering money that was previously escheated does not automatically mean you owe tax on the recovery. The tax treatment usually depends on what the money originally was, whether you already paid tax on it,...
How do I make sure my small business stays separate property in a prenuptial agreement?
In Georgia, a prenuptial agreement may be used to help keep a small business separate property during a marriage, but the agreement needs to be drafted carefully and signed properly. A prenup generally can identify the b...
Can a prenup protect intellectual property royalties from books or music?
In general, a prenup may be used to address who owns intellectual property and who receives royalties from books, music, and similar creative work. In Wyoming, as in many states, a premarital agreement can often be draft...