Civil Rights, Government & Administrative Law
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How do I know whether my loans are federal or private before applying for forgiveness?
Before applying for any student loan forgiveness program, one of the first things to check is whether your loans are federal or private. In general, forgiveness programs are usually tied to federal student loans, while p...
Can I sue the other driver for $3,800 in repair costs if their insurance denies liability?
In general, yes, a driver may be able to bring a civil claim for vehicle repair costs if another driver caused the damage and the insurer denies liability. In Ohio, the key issue is usually not the dollar amount by itsel...
Do I have to get consent if the conversation happened on speakerphone with other people nearby?
In California, the answer may depend on whether the conversation was being recorded or otherwise intercepted, and on whether the people involved had a reasonable expectation of privacy. Speakerphone use by itself does no...
My Storage Unit Auctioned My Stuff After Sending Notices to the Wrong Email — What Can I Do?
If a storage facility auctioned your belongings after sending notices to the wrong email address, there may be legal issues, but the answer depends heavily on the lease terms, the notice method used, and Georgia law. In...
Can I get divorced if my spouse is in the military and deployed overseas?
Yes, in general, you may still be able to file for divorce in Wyoming even if your spouse is in the military and deployed overseas. A deployment does not automatically stop a divorce, but it can affect how the case moves...
Can a Car Rental Company Charge Me for Damage I Did Not Cause?
In general, a car rental company may try to charge a customer for damage discovered after a rental vehicle is returned, but that does not automatically mean the customer is legally responsible. Whether the charge is prop...
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...
Can I Sue a Travel Agency for Booking the Wrong Dates?
In general, you may have a legal claim if a travel agency books the wrong dates and that mistake causes financial loss or another measurable harm. Whether a claim exists usually depends on what the agency agreed to do, w...
How do I know whether I was in custody for Miranda purposes?
In general, Miranda warnings are required only when a person is both in custody and being interrogated by law enforcement. That means the key question is not just whether police were talking to you, but whether the situa...
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...
Is it legal for a dog owner to refuse to give proof of rabies vaccination?
In Nevada, the answer may depend on who is asking, why they are asking, and whether a local animal control or health rule applies. In general, a dog owner may not have to hand over vaccination records to every private pe...
How do I handle a claim when the landlord ignored loose carpeting in the hallway for months?
If a landlord in Massachusetts knew about loose carpeting in a common hallway and did not fix it for months, the situation may raise a premises liability or negligence issue. In general, a landlord’s responsibility often...
What are my rights if an online store sends me the wrong item and refuses a refund?
If an online store sends you the wrong item, you usually have at least a strong consumer complaint and may have contract or consumer-protection arguments depending on the facts. In general, when a seller ships something...
What happens if my insurance agent entered the wrong address and my claim was denied?
If an insurance agent entered the wrong address and your claim was denied, the denial may not be the end of the matter. In general, the key question is whether the wrong address was a material mistake, whether it was cau...
Can I ask for an antiharassment order if a stranger keeps showing up outside my apartment building?
In Washington, a person who keeps appearing outside your apartment building may sometimes be the kind of conduct that supports an anti-harassment order. Whether that is true usually depends on the facts, including what t...