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What happens if a payday lender is still withdrawing money after I already paid the balance they quoted?
If a payday lender keeps taking money after you already paid the balance they quoted, it usually means there may be a payment-processing problem, a dispute about whether the account was actually paid in full, or an error...
What happens if a private investigator records my conversation from outside my window?
In California, the answer usually depends on what was recorded, where the conversation happened, and whether anyone had a reasonable expectation of privacy. A private investigator standing outside your window does not au...
My Employer Reduced My Commission After the Sale Closed — Is That Legal?
In Florida, whether an employer may reduce your commission after a sale closes usually depends on the commission agreement, company policy, and when the commission was earned under the applicable arrangement. In general,...
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...
What are my rights if a company recorded my sales call after I said I did not consent?
If a company recorded your sales call after you clearly said you did not consent, that may raise legal issues in California. In general, California is a two-party consent state for many confidential communications, which...
Is it legal for police to question me in the patrol car after a DUI arrest?
In South Dakota, police may sometimes question a person in a patrol car after a DUI arrest, but whether that questioning is lawful depends on several facts. The main issues usually include whether you were already under...
How do I trace separate property that was mixed with marital funds?
In general, tracing separate property means showing that an asset or money started as nonmarital property and can still be identified after it was mixed with marital funds. In Iowa, property division questions in divorce...
Do I Have to Pay HOA Fines If I Never Got the Violation Notice?
In general, whether you have to pay an HOA fine after not receiving the violation notice depends on the HOA’s governing documents, how notice was supposed to be delivered, and whether the association can show it followed...
What are my rights if my stock dividends were escheated after mail was returned once?
In Tennessee, if stock dividends were sent to you and later treated as unclaimed property because mail was returned, you may still have rights to try to recover the money. In general, escheat does not mean the property i...
How do I check whether my employer counts for Public Service Loan Forgiveness?
Public Service Loan Forgiveness, often called PSLF, is a federal student loan program that generally looks at whether your employment is with a qualifying public service employer and whether you meet the program’s other...
Do I have to accept arbitration when a home warranty company refuses to cover my broken air conditioner?
In South Carolina, you usually have to start with the terms of the home warranty contract. Many home warranty agreements include an arbitration clause, which may require disputes to go through arbitration instead of cour...
Is it legal for a car dealer to charge document fees that were not disclosed upfront?
In Texas, the answer usually depends on what the dealer disclosed, what the sales paperwork says, and whether the charge was accurately presented as part of the transaction. In general, a car dealer should not surprise a...
How do I include ownership of a family business in a prenup?
If you own or expect to receive an interest in a family business, a prenuptial agreement can often be used to clarify how that ownership will be treated if you marry. In general, the prenup can say whether the business i...
Do I have to move if my landlord gave me a 60-day notice but I have a fixed-term lease?
In general, a fixed-term lease is meant to last until the end date written in the lease, unless the lease allows an earlier end or there is some other legal reason the tenancy can be terminated sooner. That means a landl...
What are my rights if a car wash damaged my side mirror and the sign says they are not responsible?
If a car wash damaged your side mirror in Montana, a sign saying the business is “not responsible” does not always end the issue. In general, a business cannot always avoid responsibility just by posting a notice, especi...