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How do I file a claim if I was bitten by a dog at an Airbnb?
If you were bitten by a dog at an Airbnb in Iowa, the claim process usually starts with reporting the injury, getting medical care, and identifying who may be responsible. In many situations, a claim may involve more tha...
Can I Get My Deposit Back If the Venue Canceled My Event?
In Georgia, whether you can get your deposit back after a venue cancels your event usually depends on the contract, the reason for the cancellation, and what money was paid as a deposit versus a nonrefundable booking fee...
Can I Stop Payment on a Check to a Contractor Who Did Bad Work?
In general, you may be able to stop payment on a check to a contractor, but whether that is a good or lawful option depends on the facts, your agreement, and Hawaii law. A stop-payment order usually tells your bank not t...
How do I handle equitable distribution when we own property in two states?
When spouses own property in two states, equitable distribution can become more complicated because the divorce court may need to identify, value, and divide assets that are located outside Vermont as well as assets loca...
What happens if I was hurt by a dog while pet sitting for the owner?
If you were hurt by a dog while pet sitting for the owner, the legal question is usually who may be responsible for the injury and what insurance, if any, may apply. In Delaware, as in many states, the answer often depen...
Can a landlord send an old security deposit to the state if they cannot find my forwarding address?
In Ohio, a landlord usually does not simply “send” an old security deposit to the state just because they cannot find a tenant’s forwarding address. In general, the question turns on Ohio landlord-tenant law, what notice...
Can a Landlord Refuse to Fix a Broken Refrigerator?
In Georgia, whether a landlord must fix a broken refrigerator often depends on the lease, the facts, and whether the refrigerator is part of the rental arrangement. In general, landlords are usually responsible for maint...
A contractor used my driveway to access another job and cracked it. Who pays?
In California, the contractor who caused the damage may be responsible for repairing or paying for the damage, depending on the facts. If the driveway was cracked because the contractor or the contractor’s equipment used...
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 prove an eviction notice was served improperly?
In Minnesota, the way an eviction notice is served can matter a great deal, but the exact effect depends on the facts, the type of notice, and the lease or other housing agreement. If a landlord did not serve the notice...
Can my landlord evict me for rent I withheld after sewage backed up into my apartment?
In California, a sewage backup in an apartment can raise serious habitability concerns. In general, landlords must provide rental housing that is fit to live in, and major plumbing or sewage problems may affect that obli...
Can I sue after a dog knocked me down and I tore my shoulder?
In Maine, a dog-related injury claim may be possible if the dog’s owner or keeper was legally responsible for the incident and your shoulder injury was caused by the dog knocking you down. In general, the key issues are...
My ex took the furniture we bought together when moving out. Is this theft or civil court?
In Wisconsin, the answer usually depends on ownership, intent, and how the furniture was being used or handled before the move. If both of you owned the furniture together, the situation may be treated as a property disp...
Can I sue a business if I found a hidden camera in a restroom stall?
If you found a hidden camera in a restroom stall, there may be civil legal claims against the business, the person who installed the camera, or both, depending on the facts. In Virginia, as in many states, a restroom is...
A contractor demolished the wrong wall in my house. Do I call insurance or sue them?
If a contractor demolished the wrong wall in your Texas home, the next step is often to think about both insurance and a claim against the contractor, not just one or the other. In many situations, homeowners first notif...