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How do I ask a judge to exclude a recording that was made without my consent?
In California, asking a judge to exclude a recording usually means asking the court not to admit it as evidence. That request is often made through a motion or objection, depending on the stage of the case and the type o...
Is it legal for a landlord to require a 60-day notice when my lease says 30 days?
In Tennessee, the answer often depends on the exact wording of the lease, any renewal or notice provisions, and whether both sides agreed to the term being used. In general, a landlord cannot simply change a written leas...
Is it legal for a landlord to increase rent without giving 30 days’ notice?
In Michigan, whether a landlord can increase rent without giving 30 days’ notice usually depends on the type of rental agreement and the facts of the tenancy. In general, a landlord may be able to raise rent when a lease...
Do I have to pay restitution if I am charged with criminal damage to property in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, restitution may be ordered in a criminal case involving damage to property, but it is not automatic in every case. Restitution is generally a way for the court to require payment to a victim for losses that...
Can I get child support if the father is paid in cash and says he has no income?
Yes, possibly. In Ohio, a parent’s child support obligation is generally based on income and other financial facts, not just what the parent says on paper. If a father is paid in cash, works off the books, is self-employ...
What happens if the prenup was never notarized?
In Colorado, a prenuptial agreement that was never notarized is not automatically impossible to enforce, but the missing notarization can create real questions about validity, proof, and how a court may treat the documen...
Is it legal for someone to post my mugshot and falsely say I was convicted?
In Kentucky, posting someone’s mugshot and falsely saying they were convicted may raise legal issues, but the answer depends on the facts and the exact words used. In general, false statements that harm a person’s reputa...
Is it legal for a private student lender to refuse to provide the original promissory note?
In general, a private student lender may be able to refuse to hand over the original promissory note, depending on the loan terms, the lender’s recordkeeping, and the purpose of the request. In many consumer lending situ...
My Roommate Moved Out Early and Left Me With the Whole Lease — Can I Recover Their Share?
In Colorado, you may sometimes be able to recover money from a roommate who moved out early and stopped paying their share, but it usually depends on the lease, any roommate agreement, and the facts of what each person p...
Do I have to pay child support if we share custody equally in New York?
In New York, sharing custody equally does not automatically mean that no child support is owed. Child support is usually based on a mix of factors, and the court looks at more than just the amount of parenting time each...
What are my rights if my student loan balance increased while I was in an approved deferment?
If your student loan balance increased while you were in an approved deferment, the first question is usually whether the increase was expected under the loan terms. In many student loan programs, some interest may keep...
How do I prove separate property when marital funds were mixed into the same account?
In Georgia, the basic question is usually whether you can show that certain money or property remained separate even after it was mixed with marital funds in the same account. In general, the person claiming separate pro...
What are my rights if my ex is asking for more alimony after I already retired?
In Kansas, a request to increase alimony after your retirement usually depends on whether a court sees a material change in circumstances and whether the original support order allows modification. Retirement can sometim...
Do I have to give a recorded statement to the dog owner’s insurance company in Alabama?
In Alabama, you usually do not have to agree to a recorded statement for the dog owner’s insurance company just because the insurer asks for one. An insurance company may request a statement as part of its claims investi...
Can child support be taken from disability benefits?
In general, child support may sometimes be taken from disability benefits, but the answer depends on the type of disability benefit and the facts of the case. In Utah, as in many states, the key issue is often whether th...