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My neighbor keeps dumping leaves and branches over the fence into my yard. Is that illegal?
In North Carolina, a neighbor repeatedly throwing leaves, branches, or other yard debris into your yard may be more than just a nuisance. Depending on the facts, it can sometimes raise property, nuisance, trespass, or lo...
What happens if we signed the prenup in one state but divorce in another?
In general, a prenuptial agreement signed in one state may still be considered by the divorce court in another state, but the court will usually look at several things before deciding how much weight to give it. The main...
Do I have to appear in court for fourth-degree criminal damage to property in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, you may have to appear in court if you are charged with fourth-degree criminal damage to property, but the answer usually depends on how the case is charged, how the court handles the case, and what orders...
Can I sue a pharmacy if I fell because floor mats were curled up near the entrance?
In New Jersey, a pharmacy may potentially be liable if a curled or raised floor mat near the entrance created a dangerous condition and the store failed to address it in a reasonable time. These cases are usually discuss...
My Neighbor’s Pool Water Flooded My Yard — Can I Make Them Fix It?
In general, if a neighbor’s pool water is repeatedly or unreasonably flowing onto your property in South Carolina, you may have options to ask for the problem to be fixed and to seek compensation for damage. The legal th...
My Apartment Flooded From the Unit Above — Who Pays for My Damaged Furniture?
In Illinois, the answer usually depends on what caused the flood, who may have been negligent, and what insurance coverage is available. If water came from the unit above, the upstairs tenant, the upstairs landlord, the...
What are my rights if my coworker left a phone recording under the table during a staff meeting?
If a coworker left a phone recording under the table during a staff meeting in California, your rights may depend on several facts, including where the meeting happened, whether anyone was warned about recording, who was...
How do I handle a credit report error that is lowering my score by 80 points?
A credit report error that appears to be dropping your score by 80 points can be stressful, but it is usually something you can start addressing by checking each report carefully, gathering proof, and disputing the inacc...
What Should I Do If a Contractor Damaged My Driveway During a Project?
If a contractor damaged your driveway during a project, the first step is usually to document the damage as carefully as possible. Take clear photos and videos, keep copies of the contract, and write down what happened,...
What are my rights if my ex spends child support money on things I do not agree with?
In general, child support is paid to help cover a child’s needs, not to match one parent’s personal spending preferences. If your ex spends the money on things you do not agree with, that does not automatically mean they...
What are my rights if my landlord ignores repeated requests to fix a broken window?
If your landlord ignores repeated requests to fix a broken window, you may have rights under South Dakota landlord-tenant law and your lease, depending on the facts. In general, landlords must keep rental property in a c...
My contractor damaged underground sprinkler lines he didn’t mark. Who is responsible?
In Arizona, responsibility for damage to underground sprinkler lines often depends on the facts, the contract, and whether the contractor acted reasonably before digging or excavating. In general, a contractor may be res...
How do I recover money from a contractor who used substandard materials?
If a contractor used substandard materials, you may have several general options for trying to recover money, but the best path depends on the contract, the work performed, the damages, and Oklahoma law. In general, disp...
What are my rights if maintenance workers installed a camera in my unit without permission?
In Washington, if maintenance workers installed a camera inside your rental unit without your permission, that may raise serious privacy and landlord-tenant concerns. In general, a tenant has a strong expectation of priv...
Is it legal for my spouse to record our private conversations during the divorce?
In Indiana, whether your spouse may legally record a private conversation during a divorce often depends on the facts, especially who consented to the recording and whether the conversation was truly private. Indiana law...