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What are my rights if a debt collector uses abusive language during phone calls?
If a debt collector uses abusive language during phone calls, you generally have the right to be treated fairly and without harassment. In Missouri, as in many states, debt collection practices may be limited by federal...
Can my landlord evict me because I refused entry when they gave only 30 minutes’ notice?
In Virginia, a landlord usually cannot treat every refusal of entry as an automatic eviction event. In general, the answer depends on the lease, the reason for the visit, how much notice was given, and whether the landlo...
Do I have to split retirement accounts earned during the marriage?
In New York, retirement accounts earned during a marriage are often treated as part of the marital property that may be divided in a divorce. That does not always mean every dollar in every account gets split equally, bu...
How do I handle an accident in a leased car when the repair estimate is over $6,000?
In Georgia, an accident in a leased car is usually handled through a combination of the lease contract, insurance coverage, and the condition of the vehicle after the crash. If the repair estimate is over $6,000, that of...
What happens if several small damage incidents are added together over six months?
In Minnesota, several small damage incidents may sometimes be considered together, but not automatically. Whether they are “added together” usually depends on the legal claim, the facts, and how the incidents are connect...
What happens if a debt collector keeps calling me before 8 a.m. every day?
If a debt collector keeps calling you before 8 a.m. every day, that may be a sign of improper collection conduct, especially if the calls are early, frequent, or unwanted. In general, debt collectors are usually expected...
Do I have to pay child support if we share custody exactly 50/50?
In South Carolina, sharing custody exactly 50/50 does not automatically mean that neither parent pays child support. Child support is usually based on more than just the number of overnights each parent has. Courts typic...
How do I create a parenting plan for holidays and school breaks during divorce?
In Minnesota, parents usually create a parenting plan for holidays and school breaks by putting the schedule in writing as clearly and specifically as possible. The goal is to reduce confusion and future conflict by spel...
What are my rights if my spouse secretly recorded me talking about divorce finances?
If your spouse secretly recorded you talking about divorce finances, your rights may depend on where the conversation happened, how the recording was made, and whether Illinois or another state’s law applies. In general,...
What happens if my spouse undervalues tools, equipment, or inventory used for work?
In Alaska, if a spouse undervalues tools, equipment, or inventory used for work during a divorce or property division, the issue is usually whether the asset was fully and fairly disclosed and whether its value was reaso...
Is it legal for a spouse to claim separate property became marital because both names were added?
In Kentucky, it is possible for a spouse to argue that property once treated as separate became marital after both spouses’ names were added. But that does not automatically mean the claim will succeed. The legal effect...
Do I have to pay rent for days when my apartment was unusable because of sewage backup?
In Louisiana, the answer often depends on how serious the sewage backup was, how much of the apartment was unusable, and what steps the landlord took to fix the problem. In general, if a major sewage backup made the apar...
Can a landlord refuse to fix a dishwasher because they say it is a convenience appliance?
In Kansas, the answer often depends on the lease and on whether the dishwasher was part of the rental agreement when you moved in. In general, a landlord usually has to maintain the basic habitability of a rental unit, b...
What happens if the property owner fixed the hazard right after my accident?
If a property owner fixed the hazard right after your accident, that usually does not automatically erase what happened before the repair. In general, the key question in a Connecticut premises liability matter is whethe...
Is it legal for a company to take a percentage of my unclaimed property recovery?
In general, a company may be allowed to charge a fee for helping recover unclaimed property, but the exact legality usually depends on Indiana law, the type of property involved, the contract terms, and how the company o...