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How do I handle an eviction notice when the landlord never gave me a written lease?
In Nebraska, not having a written lease does not necessarily mean a landlord cannot try to evict you. In general, a rental agreement can sometimes be oral or implied from the way you and the landlord have been acting, su...
How do I recover money from an old savings account my parents opened for me as a child?
If your parents opened a savings account for you as a child, the first question is usually whether the money is still in an active account, was closed out, or was transferred somewhere else. In general, the steps to reco...
What are my rights if detectives promised I could go home if I talked?
In Kansas, a detective’s promise that you could go home if you talked does not automatically make a statement invalid, but it can matter a lot. In general, courts look at whether your statement was made voluntarily and w...
How do I handle a crash where the other driver was texting but the police report does not mention it?
In general, a police report is only one piece of evidence after a crash. If the report does not mention texting, that does not necessarily mean the issue cannot be raised later. In New Mexico, as in many states, fault an...
Can a prenup decide who pays attorney fees if we divorce?
In general, a prenuptial agreement may address how attorney fees are handled if the marriage ends in divorce. That said, whether a particular clause will be enforced can depend on the wording of the agreement, the circum...
Is it legal for a property manager to serve an eviction notice instead of the owner?
In general, yes, a property manager may be able to serve an eviction notice instead of the owner if the manager is authorized to act for the landlord or property owner. In many rental situations, the property manager ser...
What are my rights if a contractor leaves hazardous materials on my property?
If a contractor leaves hazardous materials on your property, you may have several possible rights under Alabama law and general contract, property, and tort principles. In general, you may be able to demand that the cont...
What happens if my landlord removes my access to laundry facilities mid-lease?
If a landlord removes your access to laundry facilities in the middle of a lease, the issue may be treated as a change in the services or amenities promised when you rented the unit. In general, what happens next depends...
What are my rights if a YouTuber used my name and falsely called me a scammer?
If a YouTuber used your name and publicly called you a scammer, you may have rights under Washington law depending on what was said, how it was presented, and whether the statement was false and harmful. In general, fals...
Can a landlord require me to use a specific internet provider that costs more?
In Utah, a landlord may sometimes try to require tenants to use a specific internet provider, especially in buildings with exclusive service arrangements or bundled utilities. But whether that requirement is enforceable...
Is it legal for my employer to deduct $300 from my paycheck for broken equipment?
In general, whether an employer in Alabama can deduct $300 from your paycheck for broken equipment depends on several facts, including the terms of your agreement, the type of equipment, whether the deduction would cut i...
Do I have to pay a plumber who fixed the wrong pipe and the leak came back the next day?
In general, whether you have to pay a plumber in Missouri depends on what was agreed to, what work was actually done, and whether the plumber provided the service you requested. If the plumber fixed the wrong pipe, the l...
Can I Sue a Mechanic Who Kept My Car for Months and Still Didn’t Fix It?
In Florida, a mechanic who keeps your car for a long time and still does not repair it may create a legal dispute, but the answer depends heavily on the facts. The key questions are usually what the mechanic promised, wh...
Can I be evicted for keeping an emotional support animal after giving my landlord a doctor’s letter?
In Ohio, a landlord generally cannot evict you simply for having an emotional support animal if the animal is a legally recognized reasonable accommodation for a disability and you gave the landlord proper notice or docu...
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...