Civil Rights, Government & Administrative Law
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What happens if my old employer turned over an uncashed $1,200 paycheck to the state?
If your old employer turned over an uncashed paycheck to the state, that usually means the employer treated the money as abandoned property under state unclaimed property rules. In general, the employer does not keep the...
How do I handle a notice to quit for alleged drug activity by a guest I barely know?
If you receive a notice to quit in Minnesota that says a guest you barely know was involved in drug activity, take it seriously right away. A notice to quit is often the first step in a landlord’s effort to end a tenancy...
Is it legal for my servicer to report me late while my income driven plan request is processing?
In general, a loan servicer may be able to report a payment as late if your account is actually delinquent under the rules that apply to your loan and servicing arrangement. A pending request for an income-driven repayme...
What happens if a class action settlement check was never cashed and became unclaimed property?
In Connecticut, an uncashed class action settlement check may eventually be treated as unclaimed property if it is not negotiated within the applicable time period and the funds are transferred under the state’s unclaime...
Is it legal for a landlord to charge pet fees for a service animal?
In general, a landlord may not charge a pet fee, pet rent, or pet deposit for a true service animal because a service animal is usually not treated as an ordinary pet. Under fair housing rules, assistance animals are com...
Can a Landlord Charge Pet Rent for an Emotional Support Animal?
In California, a landlord generally may not treat an emotional support animal as a pet just because the animal lives with a tenant. An emotional support animal, sometimes called an ESA, is usually considered a housing ac...
What happens if I was partially at fault because I was speeding when another driver turned in front of me?
If you were speeding and another driver turned in front of you, Colorado law generally treats the crash as a fault and damages question, not an all-or-nothing issue in every case. Your own speeding may be considered evid...
Can a Landlord Ban Window AC Units During a Heat Wave?
In general, a landlord in Idaho may be able to restrict or ban window air conditioner units if the lease, building rules, or safety concerns support that restriction. But the answer often depends on the terms of the rent...
What are my rights if my ex refuses to pay half of medical bills listed in the parenting order?
If a North Dakota parenting order says both parents must share certain medical bills, that order usually remains enforceable unless it has been changed by the court. In general, one parent’s refusal to pay does not erase...
What are my rights if the other driver left the scene but I got their license plate number?
If the other driver left the scene after a crash and you got the license plate number, that information may be very important. In general, a license plate can help law enforcement, insurers, and sometimes civil claims id...
Can parent PLUS loans qualify for student loan forgiveness if I work for the county government?
In general, Parent PLUS loans may be eligible for some federal student loan forgiveness options, but the rules are often more limited than they are for loans taken out for your own education. Working for a county governm...
How do I prove someone recorded me without permission during a private phone call?
If you think someone recorded a private phone call without permission in Massachusetts, the first step is usually to gather any evidence that suggests a recording actually happened. That may include text messages, emails...
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...
How do I handle a secret recording used against me in a workplace investigation?
If a secret recording is used against you in a workplace investigation, the first step is usually to stay calm and avoid making rushed statements. In general, workplace investigations can involve interviews, documents, m...
Can a daycare charge the whole month after we withdrew because they changed hours?
In Maryland, a daycare may be able to charge the full month after withdrawal if your enrollment agreement or parent handbook says monthly tuition is due for the entire billing period, even if a child stops attending part...