Civil Rights, Government & Administrative Law
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What happens if a finance company reports incorrect late payments?
If a finance company reports late payments that are wrong, the information may hurt your credit report and credit score, even if you did not actually pay late. In general, inaccurate late-payment reporting can affect loa...
What are my rights if I am accused of slashing tires but there is no video evidence?
If you are accused of slashing tires in Minnesota and there is no video evidence, you still have important rights. In general, an accusation alone does not prove guilt. The government usually still has to gather and pres...
Do I have to disclose AI-generated material when filing a copyright infringement lawsuit?
In general, if AI-generated material is part of the material you plan to rely on in a copyright infringement lawsuit, it may need to be disclosed through the normal litigation process. That can include pleadings, discove...
Is it legal for police in Alabama to search my car during a traffic stop without consent?
In Alabama, police may sometimes search a car during a traffic stop without your consent, but not in every situation. In general, the U.S. Constitution limits searches and seizures, and police usually need either your co...
Do I have to reimburse my health insurance from a personal injury settlement?
In general, your health insurance may ask to be repaid from a personal injury settlement if it paid medical bills related to the injury. Whether reimbursement is required, and how much, usually depends on the type of ins...
What are my rights if I slipped in a restaurant bathroom with water all over the floor?
If you slipped in a restaurant bathroom in Idaho because water was on the floor, you may have a premises liability claim, but the facts matter a lot. In general, restaurant owners and operators have a duty to use reasona...
Can I sue for emotional distress after my dog was injured in the car accident?
In general, you might be able to bring a claim for emotional distress after a car accident that injures your dog, but the answer usually depends on the facts and the law in your state. In Wyoming, as in many states, the...
What are my rights if I got hurt at a friend’s apartment because the stairs had no handrail?
If you were hurt in Illinois at a friend’s apartment because the stairs had no handrail, you may have a potential premises liability claim depending on the facts. In general, Illinois law may hold a property owner, landl...
What are my rights if a brokerage account was reported as abandoned even though I still receive statements?
If a brokerage account was reported as abandoned even though you still receive statements, that may raise questions about whether the account was actually inactive or whether the brokerage followed the proper abandonment...
How do I know whether a public sidewalk conversation is private enough for Penal Code 632?
In California, the answer usually depends on whether the conversation was carried on in a way that a reasonable person would expect it to be confidential. A public sidewalk is a public place, so that setting often makes...
What happens if I was partly at fault because I was looking at my phone when I fell?
If you were looking at your phone when you fell, that fact may affect a claim for injuries, but it does not automatically end the claim. In Colorado, fault is often compared between the injured person and other responsib...
What happens if I settled my property damage claim but later found more damage?
If you already settled a property damage claim and later discover additional damage, the settlement may still control the situation. In general, a settlement is meant to resolve the claim based on the facts known at the...
What are my rights if I got a notice to vacate after domestic violence incidents involving my ex?
If you are in Washington and you received a notice to vacate after domestic violence incidents involving your ex, your rights may depend on several things, including who is on the lease, who lives in the home, whether th...
Is it legal for a competitor to post fake Yelp reviews claiming my salon injured customers?
In general, no. If a competitor is posting fake online reviews that claim your salon injured customers, that can raise serious legal issues in Nevada and under federal law. False statements about a business may be treate...
What happens if I accidentally overpaid my rent by $600 and the landlord won’t refund it?
If you accidentally overpaid your rent by $600 in Wisconsin and the landlord will not refund it, the issue is usually treated as a payment dispute between a tenant and a landlord. In general, if a tenant pays more than w...