Civil Rights, Government & Administrative Law
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Can I use a secret recording in small claims court if it proves the repair shop lied?
In California, a secret recording may sometimes be used in small claims court if it is relevant and the court allows it. But the fact that a recording exists does not automatically mean it will be admissible or persuasiv...
Can I get student loan forgiveness if I have worked for a nonprofit hospital for 9 years?
Maybe, but it depends on the loan program, your employer status, your payment history, and whether your past service and payments meet the program rules. In general, working for a nonprofit hospital can be relevant to ce...
Can I sue a pharmacy if I fell because floor mats were curled up near the entrance?
In New Jersey, a pharmacy may potentially be liable if a curled or raised floor mat near the entrance created a dangerous condition and the store failed to address it in a reasonable time. These cases are usually discuss...
How do I handle a credit card company reopening a dispute after I thought the chargeback was final?
If a credit card company reopens a dispute after you believed the chargeback was final, the first step is usually to read every notice carefully and confirm what changed. In general, a payment dispute can be reopened if...
Can I Sue a Neighbor Whose Tree Fell on My Fence?
In Oklahoma, you may sometimes be able to seek payment from a neighbor if their tree fell on your fence, but the answer usually depends on why the tree fell and whether the neighbor was negligent. If a healthy tree fell...
Can I Break My Lease If My Neighbor Keeps Threatening Me?
In general, maybe—but it depends on the facts, your lease, and what steps you take to document and report the problem. In Colorado, a tenant who is being threatened by a neighbor may have options beyond simply moving out...
How do I handle online defamation that is hurting my job search?
Online defamation can be especially damaging during a job search because employers may review search results, social media, review sites, or other online content before deciding whether to interview or hire someone. If f...
Do I have to sign a medical release for the insurance company after a car accident?
In general, you do not automatically have to sign whatever medical release an insurance company sends after a car accident. In Rhode Island, as in many states, an insurer may ask for records or authorizations so it can e...
Can I record a call with an insurance adjuster if I tell them at the beginning?
In California, the answer is usually no if the other person does not agree. California is generally treated as an “all-party consent” state for recording confidential communications, which means telling the insurance adj...
What happens if a dog bit me while I was lawfully entering a customer’s property for work?
If a dog bit you while you were lawfully entering a customer’s property for work, the incident may be analyzed under several different legal rules in Delaware, depending on the facts. In general, dog bite claims can invo...
Can my insurance deny coverage because my roommate was driving my car during the accident?
In West Virginia, an insurer may try to deny coverage if your roommate was driving your car during an accident, but the answer usually depends on the policy language and the facts of the situation. Many auto policies cov...
How do I file a claim if I was bitten by a dog at an Airbnb?
If you were bitten by a dog at an Airbnb in Iowa, the claim process usually starts with reporting the injury, getting medical care, and identifying who may be responsible. In many situations, a claim may involve more tha...
Do I have to pay a debt collector if the debt was already settled?
If a debt was already settled, you generally may not owe the full amount the collector is asking for. In many situations, a settlement means the creditor agreed to accept a reduced amount or a specific payment plan as fu...
What happens if I bought a mattress online and the company refuses to honor its 100-night trial?
If you bought a mattress online and the company refuses to honor a promised 100-night trial, the issue is usually about the seller’s contract terms and any consumer-protection rules that may apply in Delaware. In general...
What happens if I miss the hearing for my antiharassment protection order?
If you miss the hearing for your anti-harassment protection order in Washington, the court may still go forward without you. In general, that means the judge can hear from the other side and make a decision based on the...