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Can a Utah employer withhold my final paycheck because I did not sign a separation agreement?
In general, a Utah employer should not be able to hold back earned wages simply because you refused to sign a separation agreement. Final wages are usually treated as wages that must be paid under the employer’s normal p...
Do I have to notify guests that my home security camera records inside the living room?
In Oregon, whether you need to notify guests about an indoor security camera in a living room depends on the facts, especially where the camera is located, what it records, and whether anyone has a reasonable expectation...
Is it legal for a landlord to charge pet fees for a service animal?
In general, a landlord may not charge a pet fee, pet rent, or pet deposit for a true service animal because a service animal is usually not treated as an ordinary pet. Under fair housing rules, assistance animals are com...
What happens if I waived Miranda once but later changed my mind?
In general, if you waive your Miranda rights and start talking to police, you may later try to stop the questioning and ask for a lawyer or choose to remain silent. Whether that later change of mind is effective usually...
Can I sue a business if I found a hidden camera in a restroom stall?
If you found a hidden camera in a restroom stall, there may be civil legal claims against the business, the person who installed the camera, or both, depending on the facts. In Virginia, as in many states, a restroom is...
The car wash ripped off my side mirror and pointed to a “not responsible” sign. Does that matter?
In Georgia, a “not responsible” sign may matter, but it usually does not automatically end the issue. In general, a business cannot always avoid responsibility just by posting a sign, especially if the damage may have be...
Do I have to consolidate my federal loans before applying for Public Service Loan Forgiveness?
In general, you do not have to consolidate every federal loan before applying for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, but consolidation can matter a lot depending on the type of federal loans you have. For some borrowers, a...
What are my rights if child support was calculated using the wrong number of overnights?
If child support was calculated using the wrong number of overnights, you may have the right to ask for a correction. In general, overnight time is one of the facts that can affect child support calculations because many...
What are my rights if a dog bite happened during a paid training class?
If a dog bite happens during a paid training class, you may have rights connected to personal injury law, premises liability, negligence, or sometimes contract and business liability issues. In general, the fact that the...
How do I change alimony after I lost my job and my severance runs out next month?
In Georgia, a recent job loss and the end of severance pay may be reasons to ask the court to modify alimony, but they do not automatically change the obligation. In general, a court may look for a material change in you...
How do I deal with a spouse who keeps delaying the divorce by asking for continuances?
In North Carolina, a spouse who keeps asking for continuances may slow the divorce process, but it does not necessarily stop the case forever. A continuance is usually a request to postpone a hearing, conference, or tria...
What are my rights if my spouse bought property overseas during the marriage?
If your spouse bought property overseas during the marriage, you may still have rights to that property under Kansas family law principles if the property is treated as marital property. In Kansas, courts generally look...
What happens if the person harassing me says their messages are just free speech?
In general, saying “it’s free speech” does not automatically make harassment lawful. Under U.S. law, people have strong speech protections, but those protections are not unlimited. Communications that cross into threats,...
What are my rights if a school bus door closed on my child’s arm?
If a school bus door closes on your child’s arm, the situation can raise both safety and legal concerns. In general, the first priority is getting medical attention and making sure the injury is documented. Depending on...
Can I sue a landlord if my child got lead poisoning from peeling paint in the apartment?
In general, a tenant may be able to bring a claim against a landlord if a child was harmed by lead paint in an apartment, but the answer depends heavily on the facts, the lease, the condition of the property, notice to t...