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Do I have to pay rent while my ceiling is leaking and the landlord has ignored three written requests?
In Oregon, a leaking ceiling can be a serious habitability problem, but it usually does not automatically erase the duty to pay rent. In general, tenants are still expected to keep paying rent unless a legally recognized...
Can I Transfer a Vehicle Into My Name Only Without Refinancing?
In California, it may be possible to put a vehicle title in your name only without refinancing, but it depends on whether there is an existing loan, who is listed on the title, and what the lender allows. Title transfer...
Can my landlord force me to sign a new lease with higher rent before my current lease ends?
In general, a landlord cannot simply change the rent in the middle of a fixed-term lease just by asking you to sign a new lease. If you already have a current lease for a set term, that lease usually controls until it en...
How do I dispute a car loan balance that includes add-on products I never agreed to?
If your car loan balance includes add-on products you believe you never agreed to, the first step is usually to gather the loan paperwork and compare every charge against what you remember signing. In general, add-on pro...
Is it legal for a mechanic to charge $1,100 more than the estimate without calling me first?
In Indiana, a mechanic may sometimes charge more than the original estimate, but that does not automatically mean any overage is allowed without notice. Whether the charge is lawful often depends on what the estimate sai...
A moving company is holding my belongings because they say the weight was higher than estimated. What now?
If a moving company in Florida is holding your belongings because it says the shipment weighed more than the estimate, the situation often turns on the contract, the estimate, the final bill, and the mover’s payment rule...
What are my rights if a tenant in my building keeps threatening me in the laundry room?
If another tenant in your building keeps threatening you in a shared space like a laundry room, you generally have the right to feel safe where you live. In Washington, repeated threats may raise issues under housing, ha...
What Evidence Do I Need to Sue Over Excessive Dog Barking in Arizona?
In Arizona, the evidence needed for a civil claim over excessive dog barking usually depends on the specific legal theory, the facts, and whether the barking is interfering with your use and enjoyment of your property. T...
A neighbor’s contractor left nails in the street and I got a flat tire. Is anyone liable?
In North Carolina, someone may be liable for a flat tire caused by nails left in the street, but the answer usually depends on who left the nails, whether they were careless, and whether that carelessness can be connecte...
Can my landlord charge extra for using the parking lot overnight?
In Kansas, the answer usually depends on the lease, any written parking rules, and whether the parking space is included in your rental agreement. In general, a landlord may be able to charge extra for overnight parking...
Can My Ex Keep a Dog We Bought Together During the Relationship?
In West Virginia, a dog is usually treated as property for legal purposes, even though many people see a pet as part of the family. That means a court or other decision-maker may focus on ownership evidence rather than o...
What Are My Rights If a Package Was Stolen From My Apartment Mailroom?
If a package was stolen from an apartment mailroom in Delaware, your rights usually depend on several things: who had control of the mailroom, what your lease says, whether the landlord provided security, and whether the...
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...
Is it legal for a landlord to ban guests from staying overnight?
In general, a landlord may be able to limit or regulate overnight guests through the lease, house rules, or occupancy policies, but a complete ban is not always treated the same way in every situation. In North Dakota, t...
Is it legal for a store to allow a customer’s dog inside after it growled at people?
In Indiana, a store may be allowed to let a customer bring a dog inside after the dog growled at people, but that does not automatically make the decision safe or risk-free. The legal answer usually depends on the type o...