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What happens if my security camera records audio of guests talking inside my living room?
In California, a security camera that records audio inside your living room can raise significant privacy issues, even if the camera was installed for home security. Whether the recording is lawful usually depends on the...
Can I Throw Away My Father’s Property After He Left It at My House?
In general, you should be careful before throwing away property that belongs to your father, even if he left it at your house. Simply leaving belongings behind does not always mean the owner has given up all rights to th...
Is it legal for someone to threaten to damage my car if I keep parking near their house?
In general, a person in Washington is not automatically allowed to threaten to damage your car just because they do not like where you park. A threat to damage property may be unlawful depending on what was said, how it...
Can I file an antiharassment protection order in Washington if my neighbor keeps yelling threats at me from the driveway?
In Washington, a person may be able to ask for an antiharassment protection order if another person engages in a course of conduct that seriously alarms, annoys, or harasses them and that conduct serves no legitimate or...
What happens if a dog bit me at a dog park where signs say dogs are off leash?
If a dog bites you at a dog park where dogs are allowed off leash, the fact that the park is off leash does not automatically mean there is no legal responsibility. In general, dog bite liability depends on the facts, in...
Can a landlord refuse to fix a dishwasher because they say it is a convenience appliance?
In Kansas, the answer often depends on the lease and on whether the dishwasher was part of the rental agreement when you moved in. In general, a landlord usually has to maintain the basic habitability of a rental unit, b...
What happens if my spouse bought a motorcycle during marriage but titled it in a friend’s name?
In Louisiana, a motorcycle bought during marriage may still be treated as a marital asset even if the title is in a friend’s name. Title is important evidence, but it is not always the only thing a court may look at when...
Do I have to pay for mold removal if it was caused by a leaking pipe in the wall?
In Michigan, who pays for mold removal after a leaking pipe in the wall usually depends on what caused the leak, who controlled the property, what the lease or other agreement says, and whether a landlord, tenant, homeow...
Is it legal for a landlord to charge a $300 cleaning fee when the lease says cleaning is included in the deposit?
In Minnesota, the answer usually depends on the exact lease language, the condition of the rental unit at move-out, and how the landlord is using the deposit and any additional fees. If the lease says cleaning is include...
What are my rights if my spouse refuses to refinance the house after divorce?
In Washington, what happens if a spouse refuses to refinance the house after divorce usually depends on the divorce decree, settlement agreement, and how the home was awarded. In general, a divorce judgment can require o...
What happens if I was injured at a concert because security failed to control the crowd?
If you were injured at a concert because security did not control the crowd, the situation may involve a premises liability or negligence claim under New Hampshire law. In general, venue operators, event organizers, and...
Do I have to get written consent before recording a private call about a car sale?
In Florida, the short answer is usually yes if you want to record a private phone call and the other person does not already know about and agree to the recording. Florida is generally treated as a two-party consent stat...
Do I have to pay rent if construction noise makes my apartment unlivable during the day?
In general, a tenant in Louisiana still has to pay rent unless the lease, the landlord, or a court order changes that obligation. Noise from construction can be frustrating and may interfere with daily life, but noise by...
What are my rights if my spouse emptied our joint bank account before filing for divorce?
In Alabama, if a spouse emptied a joint bank account before a divorce was filed, the legal significance usually depends on who owned the money, how the account was titled, and how the funds were used. A joint account oft...
How do I respond if my landlord gives me a notice for unauthorized occupants but it is just my babysitter?
If you are in Vermont and your landlord says your babysitter is an “unauthorized occupant,” the first step is usually to read the notice carefully and compare it to your lease. In general, landlords often use terms like...