Civil Rights, Government & Administrative Law
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What happens if the person who hit me was driving someone else’s car?
If the person who hit you was driving someone else’s car in Louisiana, more than one insurance policy may potentially come into play. In general, the car owner’s insurance, the driver’s insurance, or both may be relevant...
What happens if my student loan servicer lost my prior payment records?
If your student loan servicer lost records of your prior payments, that usually does not mean the payments never happened. In general, servicers are expected to keep account histories and apply payments correctly, but re...
Do I have to accept store credit instead of a refund for a defective product?
In general, whether you have to accept store credit instead of a refund for a defective product depends on the store’s return policy, the type of product, what was promised at the time of sale, and any applicable Arizona...
What happens if a hidden camera video of me was uploaded online?
If a hidden camera video of you was uploaded online, it can raise serious privacy, safety, and reputation concerns. In general, the fact that the video was posted publicly does not make the recording legal. Depending on...
How do I handle a pet sitter who lost my dog during a walk?
If a pet sitter lost your dog during a walk, the first priority is usually to search, notify local shelters and animal control, and preserve all communication with the sitter. In Hawaii, as in many states, the exact lega...
What are my rights if I was hurt by broken glass left in a hotel room?
If you were hurt by broken glass left in a hotel room in Oklahoma, you may have a possible premises-liability or negligence claim against the hotel or another responsible party, depending on the facts. In general, hotels...
Can I record a threatening phone call if I am afraid the person will deny it later?
In Massachusetts, the answer usually depends on whether recording the call would comply with state and federal privacy laws. Massachusetts is generally considered a two-party consent state, which means it is often illega...
Is it legal for a family member to record a private phone call about an inheritance dispute?
In California, the legality of recording a private phone call often depends on whether all parties to the call consented to the recording. California is generally treated as a two-party consent state, which means a perso...
Do I have to pay for damage in a rental car if I bought the company’s collision waiver?
In general, buying a rental car company’s collision waiver may reduce or eliminate your responsibility for certain damage to the rental vehicle, but it does not always mean you owe nothing in every situation. The exact a...
My Ex Won’t Remove My Name From a Joint Phone Plan — What Can I Do?
If your name is still on a joint phone plan after a breakup, the main issue is usually that the account holder and the phone carrier still see you as financially responsible for the account. In general, a joint plan can...
Does Living With Cats Mean I Accepted Responsibility for Pet Damage?
In general, simply living with cats does not automatically mean you accepted legal responsibility for any pet damage. In New Jersey, as in many places, responsibility usually depends on facts such as who owned the cat, w...
Can a gym renew my annual membership automatically without warning me?
In general, a gym may be able to automatically renew an annual membership if the contract clearly says so and the renewal terms are disclosed in a way that is not misleading. In Massachusetts, however, auto-renewal terms...
Can I bring a claim if a dog chased me and I fell off my bike?
In West Virginia, a dog chase that causes a cyclist to fall may sometimes lead to a legal claim, but the details matter a lot. In general, the law looks at whether the dog owner or another responsible party acted neglige...
Can I record my landlord threatening me if I am worried they will deny it later?
In California, the answer is often: maybe, but you need to be very careful. California is generally considered a two-party consent state for confidential communications, which means recording a conversation without permi...
Is it legal for the other driver’s insurer to delay payment for six weeks while they investigate?
In Nevada, a six-week delay by the other driver’s insurer is not automatically illegal. In general, an insurer may take time to investigate a claim before deciding whether to accept liability and issue payment. The key i...