Real Estate, Housing & Construction
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My roommate changed the WiFi password even though I pay half. Is that a legal issue?
In general, a roommate changing the WiFi password can be more of a housing or relationship dispute than a clear legal problem, but it may become a legal issue depending on how the internet service is set up, who is the a...
Do I Have to Pay a Contractor Who Never Pulled the Required Permit?
In general, a contractor’s failure to pull a required permit can create serious problems, but it does not automatically mean you do not owe any money. In Rhode Island, the answer often depends on the contract language, t...
Can my landlord in Alabama evict me with only a handwritten note taped to my door?
In general, a landlord in Alabama usually cannot complete an eviction just by taping a handwritten note to your door. A handwritten note may be a warning, a request to leave, or an informal attempt to communicate, but ev...
Is it legal for my spouse to remove jewelry and collectibles from the home before appraisal?
In Arkansas, the answer usually depends on what the items are, who owns them, and whether a divorce or separation is already underway. If the jewelry or collectibles are marital property, a spouse generally may not treat...
Do I have to move out by the date written on a notice taped to my apartment door?
In New York, a notice taped to your apartment door does not automatically mean you have to move out by that date. In general, a landlord or other party usually must follow the proper legal process before a tenant can be...
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...
My Airbnb Host Accused Me of Damage I Didn’t Cause — Can They Charge Me?
In Florida, an Airbnb host may try to charge a guest for damage, but whether the charge is valid usually depends on the booking terms, the platform’s policies, the evidence, and the facts of what actually happened. A hos...
Can I break my lease if my landlord refuses to address ongoing noise complaints from neighbors?
In New Jersey, a tenant may sometimes have legal arguments for ending a lease early if serious, ongoing noise problems make the rental unlivable and the landlord does not take reasonable steps to address them. But that i...
What are my rights if a contractor leaves hazardous materials on my property?
If a contractor leaves hazardous materials on your property, you may have several possible rights under Alabama law and general contract, property, and tort principles. In general, you may be able to demand that the cont...
How do I sue a contractor who caused water damage during repairs?
If a contractor caused water damage during repairs in Minnesota, the situation may involve a contract dispute, negligence claim, or both, depending on the facts. In general, a homeowner or property owner usually needs to...
What are my rights if a store in Alabama refuses to refund a defective $700 appliance?
In Alabama, your rights often depend on what the store promised, what the sales paperwork says, and whether the appliance was defective under the terms of the sale. In general, stores may set return and refund policies,...
My Neighbor’s Guests Keep Parking on My Lawn — Can I Tow Them?
In Illinois, you generally cannot just tow a vehicle yourself because it is parked on your lawn. Towing another person’s car usually involves private-property rules, local ordinances, notice requirements, and a towing co...
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...
How do I recover funds from a landscaping company that never showed up after payment?
If a landscaping company took your payment and never performed the work, you may have several possible ways to try to recover your money. In general, the best first step is to document what happened, gather your records,...
Can My HOA Tow My Car Without Warning?
In South Carolina, an HOA may sometimes have the power to tow a vehicle without giving you a personal warning first, but that usually depends on the HOA’s governing documents, community rules, and any applicable state or...