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What happens if I buy a car and later find out the odometer was rolled back?
If you buy a car and later discover the odometer was rolled back, the situation may involve fraud, misrepresentation, or other consumer protection issues. In general, an odometer rollback means the vehicle’s mileage was...
What are my rights if my spouse destroyed financial records before equitable distribution?
In Idaho, if a spouse destroyed financial records before equitable distribution, that fact may matter a great deal, but the legal effect depends on what records were destroyed, why they were destroyed, and whether the mi...
Do I have to go to court for a misdemeanor DUI?
In general, a misdemeanor DUI in Oregon usually does involve the court system, but whether you personally have to appear in court can depend on the charge, the stage of the case, and the court’s rules. Many DUI cases sta...
What happens if my spouse will not sign the divorce papers after being served?
In Texas, a spouse usually does not have to sign divorce papers for the divorce to move forward. If your spouse was properly served and simply refuses to sign, that refusal may slow things down, but it does not necessari...
Is it legal for my spouse to track my phone during the divorce?
In Arkansas, the answer usually depends on how the phone is being tracked, who owns the device and account, and whether there is consent. In general, a spouse may not be allowed to secretly monitor your phone if that inv...
Can police keep questioning me if I say maybe I should talk to an attorney?
In general, police may continue asking questions if your statement about a lawyer is not clear enough to count as a request for counsel. Saying “maybe I should talk to an attorney” can sometimes be treated as ambiguous,...
Do I have to pay child support during summer when my child stays with me for six weeks?
In general, yes, you may still have to pay child support during the summer even if your child stays with you for six weeks. In Oregon, the answer usually depends on what your current court order says and whether the orde...
What are my rights if my spouse opened new credit cards using my information?
If a spouse opened new credit cards using your information, you may have rights related to credit reporting, identity theft, account disputes, and possible fraud concerns. In general, a spouse does not automatically have...
How do I value a family business for divorce settlement purposes?
In a divorce, valuing a family business usually means figuring out what the business is worth as part of the marital property division process. That value may affect how property is divided, whether one spouse keeps the...
What are my rights if my bank refuses to reimburse unauthorized ATM withdrawals?
If you are in Kentucky and your bank refuses to reimburse unauthorized ATM withdrawals, your rights usually depend on the facts, your account agreement, and the consumer-protection rules that apply to electronic fund tra...
Can police use what I said during a traffic stop if they never Mirandized me?
In general, yes, police may be able to use what you said during a traffic stop even if you were never read Miranda warnings. Miranda warnings are usually required only when a person is both in custody and being questione...
Can I sue after a dog knocked me down and I tore my shoulder?
In Maine, a dog-related injury claim may be possible if the dog’s owner or keeper was legally responsible for the incident and your shoulder injury was caused by the dog knocking you down. In general, the key issues are...
Do I have to pay child support if I am incarcerated and have no income?
In general, being incarcerated and having no income does not automatically erase a child support obligation in Rhode Island. Child support usually continues unless the support order is changed by a court or another legal...
Can my landlord ban portable washing machines after letting me use one for a year?
In Illinois, a landlord may sometimes change or enforce rules about portable washing machines, but whether that is allowed usually depends on the lease, house rules, local property policies, and how the machine was being...
What are my rights if the officer said I failed field sobriety tests but I felt completely sober?
If you are in Illinois and an officer said you failed field sobriety tests even though you felt sober, you generally still have rights. A field sobriety test result is not the same thing as proof beyond all doubt that so...