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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...
Can I sue a moving company in small claims court for breaking my TV and losing two boxes?
In Arizona, you may be able to bring a small claims case against a moving company if the amount you are asking for falls within the small claims court limit and the facts support a claim that the company was responsible...
What are my rights if my landlord refuses to fix a broken AC during a heatwave for 10 days?
In Illinois, tenants often ask whether a landlord must repair a broken air conditioner quickly during extreme heat. In general, the answer depends on the lease, the habitability conditions in the unit, local housing rule...
What are my rights if someone keeps leaving notes on my windshield saying they are watching me?
If someone keeps leaving notes on your windshield saying they are watching you, that can be frightening and may be legally significant. In general, you may have rights related to unwanted contact, harassment, stalking, t...
Is it legal for the other driver’s insurer to ask for my entire medical history?
In general, the other driver’s insurer may ask for medical records if you are making a personal injury claim, but that does not necessarily mean they are entitled to your entire medical history. The request is usually li...
What happens if the at-fault driver’s insurance coverage is only $10,000 and my medical bills are higher?
In Texas, if the at-fault driver’s insurance policy is only $10,000 and your medical bills are higher, the insurance company usually will not pay more than the policy limit for that driver’s liability coverage. That does...
Do I have to pay rent listed in an eviction notice if the apartment had no heat for two weeks?
In Alabama, the answer is often not a simple yes or no. In general, a tenant may still receive an eviction notice for unpaid rent even if the apartment had a serious habitability problem like no heat, but the lack of hea...
Is it legal for an insurance adjuster to ask for my entire medical history after a minor fall?
In Florida, an insurance adjuster may ask for medical information after a fall if the request relates to a claim and the injuries or conditions at issue. But asking for your entire medical history is often broader than w...
What happens if a dog bit me while I was lawfully entering a customer’s property for work?
If a dog bit you while you were lawfully entering a customer’s property for work, the incident may be analyzed under several different legal rules in Delaware, depending on the facts. In general, dog bite claims can invo...
Can a court divide cryptocurrency wallets if only one spouse knows the password?
In Wyoming, a court may be able to treat cryptocurrency wallets as marital or divisible property in a divorce, even if only one spouse knows the password. The fact that one spouse controls the login information does not...
Can my landlord evict me because my rent was late while I was waiting on disability benefits?
In New Jersey, a landlord may try to evict a tenant for unpaid rent, even if the tenant was waiting on disability benefits. In general, being behind on rent can give a landlord a basis to start an eviction case, because...
Can I return a car if I discover undisclosed frame damage?
If you discover undisclosed frame damage after buying a car in Colorado, you may have legal options, but there is not a simple automatic right to return the vehicle in every situation. What matters usually depends on the...
Do I Have a Small Claims Case if My Boss Destroyed My Personal Property at Work?
If your boss destroyed your personal property at work, you may have a small claims issue in Montana, but the answer usually depends on the facts. In general, a small claims case is about trying to recover the value of pr...
Do I have to hire my own lawyer before signing a prenuptial agreement in New York?
In New York, you generally do not have to hire your own lawyer before signing a prenuptial agreement, but having independent counsel is often strongly recommended. A prenup can sometimes be signed without each person hav...
Is it legal for a store employee to say I cannot take photos of the hazard after I fell?
In general, a store employee may tell you not to take photos, but that does not always mean you have no right to document the scene. In South Dakota, the answer can depend on where you are standing, who owns or controls...