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What happens if the child support order does not include who pays for braces?
If a child support order does not say who pays for braces, the answer usually depends on the wording of the order, the court’s rules, and whether the braces are treated as an ordinary health expense or an extra medical c...
What happens if my spouse destroys text messages that matter to the divorce case?
In an Alaska divorce case, if a spouse destroys text messages that may be important, the court may treat that as a serious evidence issue. In general, courts expect both sides to preserve potentially relevant information...
My Ex Used My Credit Card After We Split — Is It Theft or a Civil Dispute?
In North Carolina, an ex using your credit card after a breakup can sometimes raise both criminal and civil issues, but it does not automatically mean theft. The answer usually depends on whether your ex was authorized t...
Can My Employer Keep My Last Paycheck Until I Return Equipment?
In general, an employer usually cannot simply refuse to pay a final paycheck because a worker has not yet returned company property. That said, the exact rule can depend on the reason for the deduction or withholding, wh...
Do I have to pay a debt collector who refuses to provide written verification of the debt?
In general, a debt collector’s refusal to provide written verification does not automatically make the debt disappear, but it can matter a lot for whether and how you respond. If you are in Nebraska, the exact rules may...
Can I sign a prenuptial agreement two weeks before the wedding without it being challenged later?
In California, signing a prenuptial agreement two weeks before the wedding does not automatically make it invalid, but the timing can matter if one spouse later claims the agreement was unfairly pressured or not properly...
What are my rights if a brokerage account was reported as abandoned even though I still receive statements?
If a brokerage account was reported as abandoned even though you still receive statements, that may raise questions about whether the account was actually inactive or whether the brokerage followed the proper abandonment...
Can I recover future medical costs if my doctor says I may need surgery later?
In general, yes, future medical costs may sometimes be recoverable in an Ohio personal injury claim if they are reasonably related to the injury and can be supported by medical evidence. If a doctor says you may need sur...
Is it legal to date someone new while my divorce case is pending?
In Arizona, it is generally not a crime to start dating while a divorce is still pending. Arizona is a no-fault divorce state, so the decision to date usually does not prevent a divorce from moving forward by itself. Tha...
What happens if I settled my property damage claim but later found more damage?
If you already settled a property damage claim and later discover additional damage, the settlement may still control the situation. In general, a settlement is meant to resolve the claim based on the facts known at the...
What happens if the eviction notice was addressed to my ex who moved out last year?
If an eviction notice in Delaware was addressed to an ex who moved out last year, that may matter a lot—but it does not automatically end the eviction case. In general, eviction notices must identify the correct tenant o...
Can my employer make me pay back training costs if I quit after two months?
In New York, an employer may sometimes try to require repayment of training costs if you leave soon after starting, but the answer usually depends on the written agreement and the way the repayment was structured. A repa...
What happens if an AI-generated image includes a fake watermark that looks like another artist’s signature?
In general, an AI-generated image that includes a fake watermark or a signature-like mark resembling another artist’s signature can create legal risk. The exact consequences usually depend on what the mark is, whether it...
Is it legal for a subscription app to make cancellation available only by phone during business hours?
In general, a subscription app may not be able to require cancellation only by phone during limited business hours if that practice conflicts with applicable consumer protection rules or the terms the company promised at...
What happens if I accidentally overpaid my rent by $600 and the landlord won’t refund it?
If you accidentally overpaid your rent by $600 in Wisconsin and the landlord will not refund it, the issue is usually treated as a payment dispute between a tenant and a landlord. In general, if a tenant pays more than w...