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How do I handle a secret recording used against me in a workplace investigation?
If a secret recording is used against you in a workplace investigation, the first step is usually to stay calm and avoid making rushed statements. In general, workplace investigations can involve interviews, documents, m...
Can a daycare charge the whole month after we withdrew because they changed hours?
In Maryland, a daycare may be able to charge the full month after withdrawal if your enrollment agreement or parent handbook says monthly tuition is due for the entire billing period, even if a child stops attending part...
Do I have to pay alimony if my former spouse now earns more than I do?
In New York, the fact that your former spouse now earns more than you do does not automatically mean alimony, also called spousal maintenance, ends or never has to be paid. Courts usually look at the full financial pictu...
Can I Sue a Travel Agency for Booking the Wrong Dates?
In general, you may have a legal claim if a travel agency books the wrong dates and that mistake causes financial loss or another measurable harm. Whether a claim exists usually depends on what the agency agreed to do, w...
What happens if my landlord enters my apartment while I’m at work without giving me notice?
In Wisconsin, a landlord generally does not have unlimited access to a rented apartment just because the tenant is away. Even if you are at work, your apartment is still your home for legal purposes, and a landlord usual...
Do I have to pay a debt that is not on my credit report but a collector says I owe?
In general, yes, a debt can still be owed even if it does not appear on your credit report. A credit report is not the same thing as a full list of all debts a person may owe. Some debts never get reported, some are repo...
Do I have to pay a locksmith $475 when they quoted $95 on the phone?
In Ohio, a phone quote of $95 does not always control the final bill, but it can matter a lot. In general, if a locksmith clearly quoted one price and then charged a much higher amount without explaining extra work, part...
How do I take a pet boarding facility to court if my pet was injured in their care?
If your pet was injured while being boarded, you may be able to bring a civil claim against the facility, depending on the facts and the evidence. In Wyoming, as in many states, the legal theory might involve negligence,...
How do I handle a landlord who is charging me for water bills from before I moved in?
If a landlord is trying to make you pay water bills from before you moved in, the first question is whether your lease clearly says you are responsible for those charges. In general, a landlord usually cannot shift earli...
Can I sue someone for defamation if they posted on Facebook that I stole money from my employer?
In California, a Facebook post accusing someone of stealing money from an employer may potentially support a defamation claim, depending on the exact words used and the surrounding facts. A statement that clearly accuses...
Do I have to see the insurance company’s doctor for my injury claim?
In general, you may be asked to see a doctor chosen by an insurance company during an injury claim, but whether you must agree depends on the type of claim, the policy or procedure involved, and the facts of your case. I...
What happens if a roommate secretly installed a camera in our shared bathroom?
If a roommate secretly installed a camera in a shared bathroom, that can raise serious legal and safety concerns in Texas. In general, a bathroom is one of the most private places in a home, and secretly recording people...
Do I have to share a bonus earned during marriage but paid after separation in Mississippi?
In Mississippi, a bonus earned during the marriage but paid after separation may still be treated as a marital asset or marital income, depending on the facts. The timing of when the bonus was earned is often more import...
Can I still file an insurance claim if the other driver admitted fault at the scene but now denies it?
Yes, in general you may still be able to file an insurance claim even if the other driver later denies fault after admitting it at the scene. In California, an insurance claim is usually evaluated based on the available...
My Landlord Says My Moldy Bathroom Is “Just Condensation” — Can I Break the Lease?
In Oklahoma, a moldy bathroom can sometimes be a serious habitability issue, but whether you can break a lease usually depends on the facts, the lease terms, and how the problem is handled after notice. A landlord may sa...