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Is it legal for a neighbor to point security cameras directly into my backyard in Alabama?
In Alabama, a neighbor may often use security cameras on their own property, but that does not always mean they can point them wherever they want. Whether a camera aimed at your backyard is lawful usually depends on the...
Is it legal for a store to delete security footage after I asked them to preserve it?
In general, a store may not be free to delete security footage once it has notice that the footage may be needed in a legal dispute. But the answer depends on the facts, the type of claim, and whether the store had a cle...
Can I withhold rent if the heat has been out since Friday and the temperature inside is 54 degrees?
In Maine, a loss of heat can be a serious habitability problem, and a cold apartment may trigger tenant remedies. But whether you can withhold rent safely usually depends on the lease, the facts, and what steps you have...
How do I get a refund for a canceled vacation rental booked online?
If a vacation rental booked online is canceled, the first place to look is the booking platform’s rules and the host’s cancellation policy. In general, those terms control whether you may receive a full refund, a partial...
What are my rights if I got an eviction notice even though I have receipts showing rent was paid?
In Illinois, getting an eviction notice after you believe you paid your rent can be stressful, but the notice does not automatically mean you must leave right away. In general, a landlord still has to follow the legal ev...
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...
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...
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...
My Neighbor’s Security Camera Points Into My Bedroom — Is That Legal?
In Florida, a neighbor’s security camera pointing into your bedroom may raise serious privacy concerns, but the answer usually depends on the camera’s placement, what it captures, and the facts surrounding the recording....
Can I return a car if I discover undisclosed frame damage?
If you discover undisclosed frame damage after buying a car in Colorado, you may have legal options, but there is not a simple automatic right to return the vehicle in every situation. What matters usually depends on the...
Is it legal for my landlord to ban overnight guests after my boyfriend stayed over three weekends in a row?
In Hawaii, a landlord may sometimes try to limit overnight guests, but whether that is legal usually depends on the lease, the type of housing, and whether the restriction is reasonable. A landlord generally cannot just...
What are my rights if I was bitten by a dog while delivering food to someone’s house in Illinois?
If you were bitten by a dog while delivering food to someone’s house in Illinois, you may have several possible avenues to explore, depending on what happened and who may be responsible. In general, Illinois law can trea...
Is it legal for a landlord to give me an eviction notice because I complained about mold?
In Arizona, a landlord usually cannot lawfully evict a tenant simply for making a good-faith complaint about mold or another housing condition. In general, tenant complaints about habitability problems may be protected a...
What happens if my landlord taped the notice to the outside gate instead of my actual door?
In Colorado, the answer usually depends on what kind of notice was given, what the lease says, and whether the notice method was legally sufficient for that situation. A notice taped to an outside gate may or may not cou...