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Can a Landlord Charge Me Late Fees When the Rent Portal Was Down?
In general, a landlord may be able to charge late fees if rent is not paid on time, but the answer can depend on the lease, the payment methods the landlord made available, and the reason the portal was unavailable. In O...
Can I get a divorce while pregnant?
In Wyoming, you can usually file for divorce while pregnant, but pregnancy can complicate the process. Courts often want to know how issues involving the unborn child will be handled, especially paternity, custody, child...
Is it legal for a prenup to say one spouse gets a lump sum after five years of marriage?
In Arkansas, a prenuptial agreement can often include a clause that gives one spouse a lump-sum payment after a certain length of marriage, such as five years, but whether that term is enforceable usually depends on the...
What happens if my landlord shuts off my electricity because I complained about repairs?
If a landlord shuts off your electricity because you complained about repairs, that may be considered a serious housing rights issue in New Mexico. In general, a landlord is not supposed to use utility shutoffs as a way...
How do I cancel a subscription that requires certified mail notice to terminate?
If a subscription contract says you must give notice by certified mail to cancel, the safest general approach is to follow those instructions exactly. In Utah, as in other states, the terms of the agreement often matter...
A store sold me a floor model appliance as new. Can I demand a refund?
In Texas, if a store sold you a floor model appliance as “new” when it was actually a display or floor model, that may raise consumer-protection issues. In general, the answer depends on what the store said, what the rec...
Is it legal for a landlord to serve an eviction notice on a holiday weekend in Arkansas?
In general, a landlord in Arkansas may be able to serve an eviction notice on a holiday weekend, but whether that notice is legally effective can depend on how service is done, what the lease says, and how Arkansas law t...
Do I have to show actual malice if I am a local business owner?
In Rhode Island, the answer is usually: it depends on the kind of claim, the statement at issue, and whether you are treated as a public figure, limited-purpose public figure, or private person for defamation purposes. A...
How do I handle a notice to vacate when the landlord says their family is moving in?
If you receive a notice to vacate because your landlord says a family member is moving in, the first step is to read the notice carefully and keep a copy. In Nebraska, the exact rules can depend on the type of tenancy, t...
What are my rights if my ex claims daycare costs doubled but will not show receipts?
If your ex says daycare costs have doubled but will not show receipts, you usually have the right to ask for documentation and to question whether the amount being requested is accurate, necessary, and related to the chi...
How do I document a dog bite injury for an insurance claim?
In general, the strongest dog bite insurance claims are supported by clear, organized evidence showing what happened, what injuries you suffered, and what losses followed. If you are in Massachusetts, the basic idea is t...
Is it legal for a car dealer to add a warranty to my loan paperwork without explaining it?
In Texas, a dealer generally should not slip a warranty into your financing paperwork as though it were a routine term if you were not told about it. Whether it is lawful depends on what the paperwork says, what was disc...
My Brother Used My Name After a Car Crash — How Do I Fix the Insurance Record?
If someone used your name after a car crash, the insurance record may not be accurate, and that can create problems for coverage, claims history, or future underwriting. In general, the first goal is to identify exactly...
Can I get my money back if a wedding photographer missed half the reception and delivered blurry photos?
In Virginia, you may be able to seek some kind of refund or other compensation if a wedding photographer did not provide the service you paid for, but the result usually depends on the contract, the facts, and the eviden...
Do I have to keep paying a personal loan if the lender will not give me a payoff statement?
In general, yes. If you still owe a valid personal loan debt, the fact that the lender will not give you a payoff statement usually does not eliminate the underlying duty to keep making payments. A payoff statement is of...