Civil Rights, Government & Administrative Law
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Do I have to pay my deductible when the accident was completely the other driver’s fault?
In New York, the answer is often: maybe at first, but not necessarily in the end. If you use your own auto insurance coverage to repair your car, your policy may require you to pay the deductible up front before the insu...
What are my rights if my ex recorded our private conversation and sent it to my new partner?
In Washington, your rights may depend on how the conversation was recorded, what kind of conversation it was, and whether you had a reasonable expectation of privacy. In general, Washington is a two-party consent state f...
What are my rights if a fake account is impersonating me and posting racist comments?
If a fake account is impersonating you and posting racist comments, you may have several possible legal and practical options, depending on the facts. In general, impersonation and hateful posts can affect your reputatio...
Do I have to show physical injury to get protection under RCW harassment laws?
In general, no. Under Washington harassment laws, physical injury is often not the key issue. What usually matters is whether the conduct meets the legal definition of harassment and whether the facts show a real basis f...
How do I handle finding a camera disguised as a phone charger in a vacation rental?
Finding a camera disguised as a phone charger in a vacation rental can be alarming, and in Georgia it may raise both privacy and criminal-law concerns depending on the facts. In general, the safest first steps are to avo...
My Car Was Damaged by a Pothole — Can the City Be Liable?
In Pennsylvania, a city or other government entity may sometimes be liable for pothole-related vehicle damage, but these claims are usually limited and fact-specific. Whether a public entity can be responsible often depe...
How do I handle an accident where the other driver was driving a rental car?
If the other driver was in a rental car, the basic steps after the crash are usually the same as in any other accident: get medical help if needed, call law enforcement if appropriate, exchange information, take photos,...
What happens if I defaulted on my federal student loans but want to apply for forgiveness later?
If you defaulted on federal student loans, that usually does not mean forgiveness is permanently off the table. In general, some federal loan forgiveness or discharge programs may still be available later, but default ca...
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...
What happens if an online order was marked delivered but sent to the wrong address?
If an online order is marked delivered but it was sent to the wrong address, the main issue is usually whether the seller, carrier, or someone else still bears responsibility for getting the item to you. In general, a “d...
Can my statement be used in court if I was never told I could remain silent?
In general, a statement can sometimes be used in court even if you were never told that you could remain silent. The answer often depends on who asked the questions, where the statement was made, and whether the setting...
How do I prove damages from a viral false post about my business?
If a false post about your business goes viral, proving damages usually means showing a connection between the post and a real loss. In general, that can include lost sales, canceled contracts, reduced bookings, lower we...
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...
Is it legal to use AI to restore an old copyrighted photo and sell the restored version?
In general, using AI to restore an old copyrighted photo and then selling the restored version can raise copyright issues. The main question is usually whether the original photo is still protected by copyright and wheth...
Do I have to make payments during an administrative forbearance for them to count toward forgiveness?
In general, whether payments made during an administrative forbearance count toward forgiveness depends on the type of loan, the forgiveness program, and the specific rules that apply to your repayment status. An adminis...