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What are my rights if a company recorded my sales call after I said I did not consent?
If a company recorded your sales call after you clearly said you did not consent, that may raise legal issues in California. In general, California is a two-party consent state for many confidential communications, which...
Do I Have to Pay HOA Fines If I Never Got the Violation Notice?
In general, whether you have to pay an HOA fine after not receiving the violation notice depends on the HOA’s governing documents, how notice was supposed to be delivered, and whether the association can show it followed...
Can I sue if a dog bit me through a fence while I was walking on the sidewalk?
In Missouri, you may be able to bring a claim if a dog bites you while you are lawfully on a sidewalk, even if the dog was behind a fence. Whether a claim exists usually depends on the facts, including where you were sta...
Can I file a claim if my neighbor’s dog bit my hand while I was taking out the trash?
In California, a dog bite may lead to a claim even if the dog belonged to a neighbor and the bite happened during an ordinary activity like taking out the trash. California is generally known as a strict-liability dog bi...
How do I prove which dog bit me if two dogs were loose at the same time?
If two dogs were loose at the same time, proving which dog bit you can be difficult, but it is often possible to build a factual record from witnesses, photos, medical records, animal control reports, and other evidence....
What happens if I am charged with DUI in Alabama after refusing the breath test?
If you are charged with DUI in Alabama after refusing a breath test, two separate issues may be involved: the DUI charge itself and the consequences of refusing chemical testing. In general, a refusal does not prevent a...
What happens if I waived my Miranda rights because I felt pressured?
If you waived your Miranda rights because you felt pressured, the most important question is whether the waiver was actually voluntary, knowing, and intelligent under the law. In general, a court may look at the total ci...
My Roommate Refuses to Pay Utilities That Are in My Name — Can I Sue?
If your roommate agreed to share utilities and then stopped paying, you may have a possible repayment claim. In Virginia, as in many states, the answer often depends on what agreement existed, what proof you have, and wh...
My Landlord Refuses to Add My Spouse to the Lease — Is That Allowed?
In New York, a landlord may often have some discretion about whether to change the named tenants on a lease, but that discretion is not unlimited. Whether a refusal is allowed usually depends on the lease terms, the land...
How do I file a claim against a caterer who canceled my event last minute?
If a caterer in Massachusetts canceled your event at the last minute, you may have a contract dispute, a consumer complaint issue, or both, depending on the facts. In general, the first step is to gather the written agre...
Is it legal for a dealership to refuse to fix a warranty issue because I missed one oil change?
In general, a dealership or manufacturer may not be able to deny warranty coverage for every missed oil change automatically. The key question is usually whether the missed service actually caused or contributed to the p...
What are my rights if a retailer refuses a refund for a defective $600 appliance?
If you bought a defective $600 appliance in Alabama and the retailer refuses a refund, you may still have consumer rights, but the exact options depend on the warranty, return policy, and the facts of the sale. In genera...
Do I have to pay a debt collector if they cannot prove the debt is mine?
In general, a debt collector should be able to identify what debt it is trying to collect and why it says you owe it. If a collector cannot provide enough information to connect the debt to you, that may raise a serious...
What are my rights if my student loan payment was auto drafted twice in one month?
If your student loan payment was auto drafted twice in one month, you may have rights to review the payment records, ask for an explanation, and request a correction if the extra draft was a mistake. In general, the firs...
Can I Sue a Wedding Photographer Who Lost My Photos?
If a wedding photographer in Texas lost your photos, you may wonder whether you can bring a legal claim. In general, the answer depends on the contract, what the photographer promised, how the photos were lost, and what...