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What are my rights if a rideshare company refuses to compensate for a driver’s misconduct?
If a rideshare company refuses to compensate you for a driver’s misconduct, your rights usually depend on what happened, what losses you suffered, and what legal duties may apply in Washington. In general, a company’s de...
Can a Bank Reverse a Chargeback Months Later?
Yes, a bank or card issuer may sometimes reverse a chargeback months later, but it usually depends on the payment network rules, the account agreement, the type of transaction, and the facts of the dispute. A chargeback...
Do I have to make a written demand before penalties start for a late final paycheck in Utah?
In general, Utah final paycheck rules can depend on the reason you left the job, what wages are owed, and whether the employer has already paid or is still delaying payment. A written demand may matter in some wage dispu...
What happens if my old employer turned over an uncashed $1,200 paycheck to the state?
If your old employer turned over an uncashed paycheck to the state, that usually means the employer treated the money as abandoned property under state unclaimed property rules. In general, the employer does not keep the...
Can I get compensation for permanent scarring from a dog bite?
In general, permanent scarring from a dog bite may be part of a compensation claim if the scarring was caused by someone else’s dog and the injury is legally tied to another party’s responsibility. In Maine, the availabl...
Can I record a private call with a dealership after telling them I want the call recorded?
In Massachusetts, the answer usually depends on whether the other person consents to the recording. Massachusetts is generally treated as a two-party consent state for private conversations, which means recording a call...
Can a business rely on a beep tone instead of verbal consent before recording a call?
In California, a business generally should not assume that a beep tone alone is enough to replace consent before recording a call. The answer often depends on the type of call, who is on the call, what notices were given...
Do I have to pay a cancellation fee if the company never provided the service?
In general, whether you have to pay a cancellation fee if the company never provided the service depends on the contract, the company’s policies, and the facts of the situation. If you agreed to a cancellation fee in a v...
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...
What are my rights if my spouse is pressuring me to sign a divorce agreement without reading it?
If your spouse is pressuring you to sign a divorce agreement without reading it, you generally do not have to sign it right away. In Maryland, as in many states, a divorce settlement or marital settlement agreement can h...
My employer schedules me for “volunteer” events with clients. Do they have to pay me?
In general, if your employer schedules you for an event with clients and expects you to attend, that time may be treated as work time rather than true volunteer time. The label “volunteer” does not always control. What m...
What are my rights if a debt collector threatens to arrest me over an unpaid payday loan?
If a debt collector threatens to arrest you over an unpaid payday loan, that is usually a serious red flag. In general, private debt collectors do not have the power to have you arrested just because you owe a debt. A th...
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...
Do I have to pay a cleaning fee if I left my rental unit spotless with photos as proof?
In Michigan, the answer usually depends on your lease, the condition of the unit, and whether the landlord is trying to charge for normal cleaning, actual damage, or unpaid rent. If you left the rental unit clean and hav...
Can an internet company send me to collections for equipment I returned with a tracking number?
In general, an internet company may still try to send an account balance to collections even if you returned the equipment, if the company’s records do not show the return, if the return was processed incorrectly, or if...