Family, Divorce & Domestic Matters
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The florist delivered the wrong flowers for a funeral. Can we ask for more than a refund?
In Pennsylvania, a wrong flower delivery for a funeral may be more than a simple customer-service problem, but the available remedies usually depend on the facts. In general, if a florist delivered the wrong arrangement,...
What are my rights if my ex will not give me proof of the kids’ health insurance costs?
If your ex will not give you proof of the children’s health insurance costs, you may still have general rights to ask for it, especially if the cost affects child support, reimbursement, or how medical expenses are share...
What are my rights if someone keeps leaving notes on my windshield saying they are watching me?
If someone keeps leaving notes on your windshield saying they are watching you, that can be frightening and may be legally significant. In general, you may have rights related to unwanted contact, harassment, stalking, t...
Do I have to get consent before recording a mediation session about a consumer dispute in California?
In California, the safest general answer is usually yes: you should assume you need clear consent before recording a mediation session, especially if the session is confidential or involves private dispute-resolution com...
How do I divide equity in a home when one spouse paid the down payment before marriage?
In New Mexico, the answer usually depends on how the home was titled, when it was purchased, whether marital funds were used after the wedding, and whether the premarital down payment can be traced. A spouse who paid the...
My neighbor installed a camera that records audio on our shared porch. Is that allowed?
In Maryland, a neighbor’s camera on a shared porch may be allowed in some situations, but audio recording can raise additional privacy concerns. The answer often depends on where the camera is pointed, whether the porch...
Can a prenup protect intellectual property royalties from books or music?
In general, a prenup may be used to address who owns intellectual property and who receives royalties from books, music, and similar creative work. In Wyoming, as in many states, a premarital agreement can often be draft...
My neighbor’s kids keep ringing my doorbell late at night. Is this harassment or just annoying?
In general, repeated late-night doorbell ringing can be more than a nuisance, but whether it counts as harassment depends on the facts. A one-time prank or occasional childish behavior is usually treated differently from...
Can I Get a Protective Order Against My Father for Ongoing Harassment?
In Minnesota, it may be possible to ask a court for a protective order against a parent, including a father, if the behavior fits the legal standards for harassment or another type of abuse. The basic question is usually...
What are my rights if the other parent refuses to work but asks me for more child support?
If the other parent refuses to work but asks for more child support, your rights usually depend on how a Tennessee court views each parent’s ability to contribute and the child’s current needs. In general, a parent canno...
What are my rights if my fiancé did not disclose all their debts before I signed the prenup?
In Illinois, a prenuptial agreement may be challenged if one party did not make a fair and reasonable disclosure of assets and debts before the agreement was signed. If your fiancé left out significant debts, that omissi...
What happens if my ex is paid under the table and child support is based on minimum wage?
In Texas, if a parent is paid under the table, that income may not show up on pay stubs or tax returns, which can make child support harder to calculate at first. When support is based on minimum wage, that usually means...
Is it legal for child support to be recalculated every year automatically?
In general, child support may be reviewed or changed when a court order, agreement, or state procedure allows it, but it is not always legal for support to be recalculated automatically every year without any new request...
How do I prove someone recorded me without permission during a private phone call?
If you think someone recorded a private phone call without permission in Massachusetts, the first step is usually to gather any evidence that suggests a recording actually happened. That may include text messages, emails...
Can I Break My Lease If My Neighbor Keeps Threatening Me?
In general, maybe—but it depends on the facts, your lease, and what steps you take to document and report the problem. In Colorado, a tenant who is being threatened by a neighbor may have options beyond simply moving out...