Civil Rights, Government & Administrative Law
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What happens if the property owner fixed the hazard right after my accident?
If a property owner fixed the hazard right after your accident, that usually does not automatically erase what happened before the repair. In general, the key question in a Connecticut premises liability matter is whethe...
How do I remove a defaulted student loan from my credit report after rehabilitation?
In general, rehabilitation does not usually erase a student loan from your credit report. Instead, it often changes the way the loan is reported. A defaulted loan that has been rehabilitated may be updated to show the de...
Can I get student loan forgiveness if I work for a city library?
In general, working for a city library may count toward certain student loan forgiveness programs if the library is part of a qualifying public employer and you meet the program’s other requirements. The most common fede...
What are my rights if my coworker keeps following me to my car after work and making threats?
In Washington, repeated following, threatening comments, or other intimidating conduct by a coworker may raise both workplace safety and legal concerns. If the behavior makes you reasonably afraid for your safety, it may...
How do I remove a collection account that was added to my credit report by mistake?
If a collection account appears on your credit report by mistake, the usual first step is to dispute the item with the credit reporting company that is showing it. In general, you would explain that the account is inaccu...
Is it legal for police to stop me just because I left a bar parking lot late at night?
In Florida, police usually cannot stop a driver just because the person left a bar parking lot late at night. In general, a traffic stop or detention needs some lawful reason, such as a traffic violation, a visible equip...
What are my rights if my renters insurance claim is denied for water damage from a burst pipe?
If your renters insurance claim is denied for water damage from a burst pipe, you usually have the right to ask the insurer for a clear explanation of the denial and a copy of the policy language it relied on. In general...
What are my rights if my car insurance company says my accident claim is worth less than the repair estimate?
If your car insurance company says your accident claim is worth less than the repair estimate, that usually means the insurer is questioning some part of the repair bill, the damage estimate, or the value of the loss. In...
Is it legal for an ex to post on Instagram that I cheated clients in my small business?
In Florida, an ex posting on Instagram that you “cheated clients” in your small business may be legally risky for them, but whether it is unlawful depends on the exact words used, whether the statement is false, and whet...
Do I have to say out loud that I am recording before a business call starts in California?
In California, the answer is usually yes if you are recording a confidential telephone or in-person communication and you do not already have the required consent. California is generally treated as a two-party consent s...
How do I handle a DMCA takedown notice for an AI-generated video I posted?
If you receive a DMCA takedown notice about an AI-generated video you posted, the first step is usually to stay calm and review the notice carefully. In general, a DMCA notice is a copyright complaint, not a court order....
What happens if I received a recording that someone else made illegally under Penal Code 632?
In California, receiving a recording that someone else may have made illegally can create legal risk, but the exact consequences usually depend on what you knew, how you got the recording, and how you used it. Penal Code...
What are my rights if a student loan settlement company charged $900 and did nothing?
If a student loan settlement company in Oklahoma charged you $900 and then did little or nothing, you may have several possible consumer-law concerns, depending on exactly what was promised, what was delivered, and how t...
What are my rights if my school misrepresented its accreditation and I borrowed $25,000?
If a school misrepresented its accreditation, you may have several possible rights or remedies, but the available options usually depend on the exact facts, the type of loan, what the school said, and whether you relied...
Can a casino or gaming account balance be turned over as unclaimed property in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, a casino or gaming account balance may sometimes be treated as unclaimed property if the owner has not used, contacted, or otherwise indicated interest in the funds for a long enough period of time under a...