Civil Rights, Government & Administrative Law
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What happens if a credit card company raises my interest rate to 29% without warning?
If a credit card company raises your interest rate to 29% without warning, the first question is whether the increase was allowed under the card agreement and applicable law. In general, credit card issuers can change in...
What are my rights if a neighbor keeps recording my children in the yard and yelling insults?
In Washington, you may have several possible legal concerns if a neighbor repeatedly records your children in your yard and yells insults at you or them. In general, this kind of conduct can raise issues involving harass...
Is it legal for the insurance company to follow my social media after I make an injury claim?
In general, yes—an insurance company or its investigator may be allowed to look at public social media after you make an injury claim. If your profile, posts, photos, comments, or videos are visible to the public, they m...
How do I take a dog trainer to court after paying $1,200 and seeing no results?
In general, if you paid a dog trainer and feel you got little or no value, the first question is what the trainer promised and whether those promises were part of a contract, advertisement, or written agreement. A disapp...
How do I prove a hidden camera captured private footage of me?
In North Carolina, proving that a hidden camera captured private footage of you usually depends on the available evidence, the location of the camera, and what the recording actually shows. In general, people often try t...
Can I sue if a competitor bought ads linking my name to fraud accusations?
In general, possibly yes, but it depends heavily on what the ads said, how they were presented, who bought them, and what harm you can show. A competitor’s paid ads that connect your name to fraud accusations may raise l...
What are my rights if my landlord recorded our maintenance dispute and posted part of it online?
In Illinois, your rights may depend on what was recorded, how the recording was made, and what the landlord posted online. In general, a landlord is not automatically allowed to record private conversations or publish th...
How do I take a pet sitter to small claims court for negligence?
If a pet sitter’s carelessness caused harm to your pet, property, or related expenses, a small claims case in Wyoming may be one possible way to try to recover money damages. In general, small claims court is designed fo...
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...
My Neighbor’s Pool Water Flooded My Yard — Can I Make Them Fix It?
In general, if a neighbor’s pool water is repeatedly or unreasonably flowing onto your property in South Carolina, you may have options to ask for the problem to be fixed and to seek compensation for damage. The legal th...
Do I have to pay a fee to claim money that was escheated to the state treasury in New York?
In New York, you usually do not have to pay a fee just to search for or file a basic claim for unclaimed property that was turned over to the state treasury, often called escheated property. In many situations, the state...
How do I get student loan forgiveness for teaching special education in a public school?
If you teach special education in a public school, you may have access to federal student loan forgiveness or cancellation options, depending on the type of loan you have, the repayment plan you are in, and the specific...
How do I dispute fault when the insurance company says the accident was 50/50?
In Nebraska, a 50/50 fault finding usually means the insurance company is treating each driver as equally responsible for the crash. If you believe that does not match what happened, you can usually dispute it by gatheri...
How do I file a claim after hitting debris that fell from a truck on the highway?
If you hit debris that fell from a truck on an Iowa highway, the first step is usually to focus on safety and documentation. Move to a safe location if you can, check for injuries, and call emergency services if anyone i...
What happens if a finance company repossessed my car even though I was only 12 days late?
In Iowa, a car loan or retail installment contract may allow repossession after a missed payment or default, but the exact right to repossess depends on the contract and the law that applies to the transaction. Being onl...