Civil Rights, Government & Administrative Law
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Loaned a Friend $450 and They Won’t Pay Me Back—What Can I Do?
If you loaned a friend $450 in Iowa and they will not pay you back, your options usually depend on whether you can show that the money was a loan, what the repayment agreement was, and what proof you have. In general, a...
Is it defamation if someone posts a fake warning about me in a local parents’ group?
In general, a fake warning posted about you in a local parents’ group may be defamatory if it makes a false statement of fact about you and harms your reputation. Whether it counts as defamation usually depends on exactl...
Can I recover the cost of replacing my phone and laptop that were damaged in the crash?
In general, you may be able to recover the cost of repairing or replacing personal property that was damaged in a crash, including a phone or laptop, if another person’s negligence caused the collision or other incident....
What happens if my car insurance lapses for two weeks and I get into an accident?
If your car insurance lapses for two weeks and you get into an accident, several things may happen at once. In general, the lapse can affect whether your insurer covers damage, injuries, or legal defense, and it may also...
Can I file a personal injury claim if I fell at a mall during heavy rain near the entrance?
Yes, in some situations you may be able to file a personal injury claim after a fall at a mall during heavy rain near the entrance, including in Utah. Whether a claim is available usually depends on the specific facts, s...
How do I sue a contractor who caused water damage during repairs?
If a contractor caused water damage during repairs in Minnesota, the situation may involve a contract dispute, negligence claim, or both, depending on the facts. In general, a homeowner or property owner usually needs to...
Is it legal for a towing company to keep my car until I pay cash only?
In Nevada, a towing company may sometimes keep a vehicle until lawful towing and storage charges are paid, but the details matter. Whether a company can insist on cash only depends on the agreement, the type of tow, the...
How do I prove a pattern of harassment if most of it happened through Instagram messages?
If most of the conduct happened through Instagram messages, the messages themselves may be some of the most important evidence of a pattern of harassment. In general, a pattern is usually shown by repeated conduct, not b...
What are my rights if my school promised job placement and I never got the training they advertised?
If a school in Washington promised job placement, career training, or specific program benefits and did not deliver them, you may have potential rights under consumer protection, contract, or school-specific rules, depen...
What happens if my boss secretly recorded our closed-door meeting without telling me?
In California, secretly recording a private or “confidential” conversation can raise serious legal issues. Whether your boss broke the law usually depends on the setting, who was present, whether everyone knew the conver...
Do I have to disclose AI-generated material when filing a copyright infringement lawsuit?
In general, if AI-generated material is part of the material you plan to rely on in a copyright infringement lawsuit, it may need to be disclosed through the normal litigation process. That can include pleadings, discove...
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...
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...
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...
What are my rights if the at-fault driver died in the accident?
If the at-fault driver died in the crash, you may still have rights to seek compensation for your injuries and other losses. In general, a driver’s death does not automatically erase a claim for a collision caused by tha...