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Is it legal for police to keep my driver’s license after a DUI arrest?
In Kentucky, police may sometimes take and keep a driver’s license after a DUI arrest, but the answer depends on what happened during the stop, the arrest, and any paperwork the officer issues. In general, officers can s...
Do I have to pay rent if my apartment ceiling collapsed and I cannot use the bedroom?
In Alabama, a ceiling collapse that makes a bedroom unusable may affect whether full rent is still owed, but the answer usually depends on the facts, the lease terms, and the landlord’s response. In general, if part of a...
Is it legal for my spouse to take my name off a joint bank account?
In general, it may be possible for a spouse to remove your name from a joint bank account, but the answer depends on how the account is titled, the bank’s own rules, and whether both account holders are required to make...
What happens if the person who hit me was driving someone else’s car?
If the person who hit you was driving someone else’s car in Louisiana, more than one insurance policy may potentially come into play. In general, the car owner’s insurance, the driver’s insurance, or both may be relevant...
My Neighbor Built a Fence Two Feet Onto My Property — What Should I Do?
If a neighbor built a fence onto land you believe is yours, the first step is usually to slow down and gather facts before taking action. In South Carolina, property-line disputes are often resolved by looking at deeds,...
Can my landlord charge me for replacing the whole carpet when only one corner was stained?
In Missouri, a landlord may sometimes try to charge a tenant for carpet replacement if the carpet was damaged beyond ordinary wear and tear, but the amount charged usually has to be tied to the actual damage and the land...
What are my rights if I was questioned at home and not read Miranda warnings?
If you were questioned at home and not read Miranda warnings, that does not automatically mean the police did something unlawful, and it does not automatically get the questioning thrown out. In general, Miranda warnings...
Can I sue a towing company for charging $650 after my car was parked for 20 minutes?
In Alabama, a towing charge this high may feel unreasonable, but whether you have a legal claim usually depends on the facts. The key issues are often whether the lot or property had clear tow warnings, whether the car w...
Do I have to recertify income if my payment is already $0?
In general, a $0 payment does not automatically mean you can skip recertifying income. Many benefit, repayment, and assistance programs require periodic updates even when your current payment is zero, because the agency...
Is it legal for a landlord to charge for overnight guests?
In general, a landlord may be able to charge for overnight guests only if the rental agreement clearly allows it or if the guest’s presence changes the nature of the tenancy in some way the lease addresses. The exact ans...
What happens if my employer qualifies now but did not qualify during my first two years there?
In general, the answer depends on what law you are talking about. Some workplace laws apply only if an employer has a certain number of employees or meets another coverage test. If your employer did not meet that test du...
Is it legal for a debt collector to threaten arrest over unpaid debt?
In general, a debt collector cannot lawfully threaten to have you arrested just because you owe a consumer debt. A debt is usually a civil matter, not a criminal one. That means missing payments, by itself, typically doe...
What happens if I missed two alimony payments because my bank account was frozen?
If you missed two alimony payments because your bank account was frozen, a Colorado court may still treat the missed payments as support arrears unless the order was changed or the obligation was otherwise lawfully satis...
How do I respond legally to a defamatory post without making things worse?
In general, the safest response to a potentially defamatory post is to slow down, preserve evidence, and avoid posting an emotional reply right away. A public argument can sometimes amplify the post, create new conflicts...
What happens if the landlord gave me two eviction notices with different deadlines?
If a landlord gives you two eviction notices with different deadlines, it usually means there is confusion, a change in the landlord’s position, or a possible problem with how the notices were prepared or served. In gene...