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Can I sue a contractor for unfinished kitchen work if we only had text messages and payment receipts?
In general, yes, a contractor dispute can sometimes be pursued even if the agreement was mostly handled by text messages and payment receipts. In Montana, as in many states, the lack of a formal written contract does not...
What happens if I paid the full rent two days after getting an eviction notice?
In Texas, paying the full rent two days after getting an eviction notice may affect the landlord’s next step, but it does not automatically stop an eviction. In general, what happens depends on what kind of notice you re...
How do I make a claim when the crash happened in another state during a road trip?
If you live in Massachusetts and were hurt in a crash that happened in another state during a road trip, the claim process is usually based on where the crash occurred, what insurance coverage applies, and which law gove...
What happens if a debt collector sues me for a debt older than the statute of limitations?
If a debt collector sues you for an old debt, the age of the debt may matter a lot because a statute of limitations defense can sometimes limit or defeat the lawsuit. In general, the statute of limitations is a deadline...
Is it legal for an officer to arrest me for DUI based only on field sobriety tests?
In Indiana, an officer may sometimes make a DUI-related arrest based largely on field sobriety test results, but the legality of the arrest usually depends on the totality of the circumstances, not just the tests alone....
Can a prenup protect future income from a business I start after marriage?
In general, a prenuptial agreement may be used to address business interests that a spouse starts after marriage, including how future income, ownership, and appreciation might be treated. In Missouri, as in many states,...
Can I Sue a Travel Agency for Booking the Wrong Dates?
In general, you may have a legal claim if a travel agency books the wrong dates and that mistake causes financial loss or another measurable harm. Whether a claim exists usually depends on what the agency agreed to do, w...
What happens if a payday lender threatens to sue me over a $400 loan?
If a payday lender threatens to sue you over a $400 loan, it usually means the lender or a debt collector is trying to get payment and may be using the threat of litigation as leverage. That does not automatically mean a...
Do I have to pay for repairs if the other driver’s insurer accepts fault but says their policy limit is too low?
In general, if another driver caused the crash and their insurer accepts fault, that does not necessarily mean the insurer will pay all of your repair costs. The insurer usually owes only up to the policy limit available...
Do I have to show physical injury to get protection under RCW harassment laws?
In general, no. Under Washington harassment laws, physical injury is often not the key issue. What usually matters is whether the conduct meets the legal definition of harassment and whether the facts show a real basis f...
What are my rights if a delivery company lost a $900 package and the retailer says it is not their problem?
If a delivery company lost your package, your rights usually depend on the sale terms, the shipping terms, who arranged the shipment, and whether the package was insured or declared with a value. In Alabama, as in many s...
What happens if the landlord gave me two eviction notices with different deadlines?
If a landlord gives you two eviction notices with different deadlines, it usually means there is confusion, a change in the landlord’s position, or a possible problem with how the notices were prepared or served. In gene...
Do I have to pay a debt that is not on my credit report but a collector says I owe?
In general, yes, a debt can still be owed even if it does not appear on your credit report. A credit report is not the same thing as a full list of all debts a person may owe. Some debts never get reported, some are repo...
Do I have to leave if the landlord says the lease will not be renewed but I never got court papers?
In Mississippi, the answer usually depends on whether your rental term has actually ended and whether the landlord is trying to remove you the right way. If your lease is ending and the landlord has given proper notice t...
What Should I Do If a Car Wash Damaged My Vehicle?
If a car wash damaged your vehicle, the first step is usually to document the damage as clearly as possible. Take photos and videos of the vehicle, the damaged area, the car wash equipment or bay if visible, your receipt...