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How do I enforce a divorce decree when my ex refuses to transfer the car title?
In Nebraska, if a divorce decree says one spouse must transfer a car title and that person refuses, the issue is usually one of enforcing a court order. In general, a divorce decree is not just a private agreement; it is...
How do I fight an eviction notice based on unpaid rent that was covered by rental assistance?
In New Mexico, a tenant who receives an eviction notice for unpaid rent may be able to challenge the eviction if the rent was actually covered by rental assistance. In general, the key issue is whether the landlord has p...
How do I take a landscaper to small claims court for charging $900 and leaving my yard unfinished?
In Iowa, a dispute like this is often handled as a small claims or other civil money dispute if the amount involved is within the court’s limits and the facts support a claim for unpaid, overpaid, or refunded work. In ge...
Can I ask for an antiharassment order if a stranger keeps showing up outside my apartment building?
In Washington, a person who keeps appearing outside your apartment building may sometimes be the kind of conduct that supports an anti-harassment order. Whether that is true usually depends on the facts, including what t...
Is it legal for a landlord to blame me for falling down stairs that had poor lighting?
In general, a landlord in Arkansas may try to blame a tenant or visitor for a fall on stairs, including a claim that the person was not watching where they were going or was using the stairs carelessly. But that does not...
Can a vet clinic keep my pet overnight for observation and charge me if I didn’t agree?
In Ohio, a veterinary clinic generally cannot just make up charges out of nowhere, but the answer often depends on what you consented to, what the clinic told you, and whether emergency care was needed. If you signed an...
Do I have to pay a roofer the final $2,000 if the city inspection failed?
In general, the answer depends on what your contract says, what work was completed, and why the city inspection failed. A failed inspection does not automatically mean you can withhold the final payment, but it also does...
Husband Owns the Car and Controls Finances—What Rights Do I Have During Separation?
In Oregon, your rights during a separation usually depend on the overall financial picture, not just whose name is on the car title or who manages the bank accounts. If you are married and living separately, the law gene...
Can I sue if a dog bit my child at daycare?
Yes, a lawsuit may be possible in some situations, but the answer depends on the facts and on Wyoming law. In general, a dog bite claim after an incident at daycare may involve more than one possible legal theory, includ...
Do I have to get consent before recording a mediation session over unpaid rent in Florida?
In Florida, you generally should not assume you can record a mediation session just because it involves unpaid rent. Mediation often comes with confidentiality rules, and those rules may limit or prohibit recording unles...
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...
Can an Apartment Charge Fees Not Listed in the Lease?
In general, an apartment in New Hampshire may not be able to charge a fee that was not part of the rental agreement, but the answer depends on the lease language, any addenda, and the facts of the charge. A lease usually...
What happens if a contractor damaged my neighbor’s fence while working on my property?
If a contractor damaged your neighbor’s fence while working on your property, the situation is usually handled as a property damage issue, and the exact legal responsibility can depend on the facts. In general, the neigh...
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...
Can I Sue for Wrongful Detention After Being Held Without Arrest?
In Utah, a person who is held without being formally arrested may sometimes have a civil claim depending on what happened, who did it, and whether the detention was legally justified. In general, the key issue is not onl...