Civil Rights, Government & Administrative Law
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What happens if someone records a confidential conversation and posts a clip online?
In California, recording a confidential conversation and then posting a clip online can raise serious legal issues, but what happens depends heavily on the facts. The main questions usually are whether the conversation w...
What are my rights if I was injured in an elevator that dropped suddenly?
If you were injured in an elevator that dropped suddenly in Maryland, you may have the right to seek compensation for your injuries if someone else’s negligence contributed to the incident. In general, possible responsib...
Is it legal for the dog owner to threaten me for reporting the bite?
In general, no one is allowed to threaten, harass, or intimidate you just because you reported a dog bite. If a dog owner is angry about a report to animal control, the police, a landlord, or another authority, that does...
Can I File a Police Report if My Neighbor Is Wearing My Stolen Sweater?
Yes, you usually can file a police report if you reasonably believe your sweater was stolen and you have information suggesting your neighbor may be in possession of it. In Texas, a police report is generally a way to re...
What happens if my bank reverses a fraud claim after initially crediting my account?
If a bank initially credits your account for a fraud claim and then later reverses that credit, it usually means the bank finished its investigation and decided the transaction was not treated as fraudulent under its rul...
How do I get an Alabama protection from abuse order against an ex who keeps threatening me?
In Alabama, a protection from abuse order is a court order that may help someone who is being threatened, harassed, stalked, or otherwise abused by a current or former intimate partner or family member. If an ex keeps th...
Do I have to show the other driver my insurance card after an accident?
In Mississippi, you may need to exchange insurance information after a traffic accident, but the exact details can depend on the circumstances and on how the request is made. In general, drivers involved in a crash are e...
How do I handle an eviction notice when the landlord never gave me a written lease?
In Nebraska, not having a written lease does not necessarily mean a landlord cannot try to evict you. In general, a rental agreement can sometimes be oral or implied from the way you and the landlord have been acting, su...
What happens if my car is repossessed without prior notice?
If your car is repossessed without prior notice, that usually means the lender or repossession company took the vehicle because the loan may have been in default, and they did so without first giving you a warning on the...
What happens if the respondent claims I am the one harassing them?
If you are involved in a Washington protection-order case and the respondent says you are the one harassing them, the court usually does not treat that claim as automatically ending your case. Instead, the judge generall...
Can I take a roommate to court for leaving early and not paying their share of rent?
In Indiana, you may be able to take a roommate to court if they agreed to pay part of the rent and then left early without paying what they owed. In general, these disputes are handled as contract or debt claims, and the...
What happens if I accidentally broke a neighbor’s window while playing basketball in the driveway?
If you accidentally broke a neighbor’s window while playing basketball in your driveway, the situation is usually handled as a property damage issue rather than a criminal one, but the exact response depends on the facts...
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...
What are my rights if my car was damaged by a pothole and the city ignored prior complaints?
If your car was damaged by a pothole in Washington, you may have a claim for property damage, but the available rights and remedies usually depend on the specific facts. In general, a city’s prior knowledge of a dangerou...
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...