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Do I have to pay a cancellation fee for a gym that closed permanently?
In general, if a gym permanently closes, a cancellation fee may no longer be enforceable because the gym may no longer be able to provide the services the contract promised. But the answer depends on the contract terms,...
What are my rights if a daycare closed unexpectedly and kept my $800 deposit?
If a daycare in North Dakota closed unexpectedly and kept your $800 deposit, your rights usually depend on the enrollment agreement, any refund policy, and the facts surrounding the closure. In general, a deposit is ofte...
Is it legal for someone to use fake accounts to message me after being blocked?
In Washington, someone using fake accounts to keep messaging you after you have blocked them may raise legal concerns, but whether it is illegal depends on the facts. In general, repeated unwanted messages can potentiall...
What happens if my landlord removes amenities like the gym or pool mid-lease?
If your landlord removes amenities like a gym or pool during your lease, the legal effect usually depends on what your lease says, what was promised when you rented, and how important those amenities were to the rental d...
Is it legal for a mechanic to charge $1,100 more than the estimate without calling me first?
In Indiana, a mechanic may sometimes charge more than the original estimate, but that does not automatically mean any overage is allowed without notice. Whether the charge is lawful often depends on what the estimate sai...
What happens if my employer refuses to sign the PSLF certification form?
If your employer refuses to sign a PSLF certification form, it usually does not automatically end your chance at Public Service Loan Forgiveness, but it can make it harder to document your qualifying employment. In gener...
How do I deal with a contractor who installed the wrong countertops and won’t replace them?
If a contractor installed the wrong countertops and refuses to replace them, the situation usually turns on the contract, the written specifications, any change orders, and the proof you have that the installation did no...
Can a Landlord Evict Me for Having Guests Too Often?
In general, a landlord may try to act if guests are causing a lease violation, a nuisance, or a problem that affects other tenants or the property. But simply having visitors is not always a valid reason for eviction. Wh...
What are my rights if a moving company lost two boxes with my tax records and family photos?
If a moving company lost two boxes containing tax records and family photos, you may have several general rights under Mississippi law and the terms of the moving contract, but the details depend heavily on the facts. In...
Can alimony be enforced through wage garnishment like child support?
In general, alimony can sometimes be enforced through wage garnishment, but the process is usually not as automatic or as standardized as child support enforcement. Child support is often treated differently because it i...
Do I have to go to court if I already moved out after receiving an eviction notice?
If you already moved out after receiving an eviction notice in South Carolina, that may reduce the need for an eviction hearing in some situations, but it does not always end the case. In general, once a landlord starts...
Is it legal for a landlord to refuse to fix a broken front door lock for over a week?
In New Mexico, a landlord usually cannot simply ignore a serious security problem like a broken front door lock if the tenant has given notice and the condition affects safety or habitability. Whether a delay of more tha...
Is it legal for a judge to order retroactive child support back to the child’s birth?
In general, a judge may be able to order child support to apply retroactively, but whether support can go all the way back to the child’s birth depends on the law in the jurisdiction and the specific facts of the case. I...
Do I have to pay private student loans if the borrower died and I was only a cosigner?
In general, if you cosigned a private student loan, the lender may still look to you for repayment even after the borrower dies. A cosigner is usually a separate borrower from the lender’s perspective, so the death of th...
What happens if my car is repossessed and sold for less than I owed on the loan?
If your car is repossessed and then sold for less than the remaining loan balance, the lender in West Virginia may claim a deficiency balance. A deficiency is the difference between what you owed on the loan and what the...