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What happens if I paid a contractor in cash and they deny receiving it?
If you paid a contractor in cash and they later deny receiving it, the dispute usually turns on proof. In general, the person claiming payment may need some evidence showing that the money was actually handed over, and t...
Bought a car from a small dealer in Georgia and now the temp tag is expired with no title in sight. What are my options?
If you bought a car from a small dealer in Georgia and the temporary tag has expired while the title still has not arrived, that can be frustrating and stressful. In general, the situation may involve both vehicle title...
Can I be fired in Alabama for filing a workers’ compensation claim?
In Alabama, an employer generally cannot lawfully fire a worker just because the worker filed a workers’ compensation claim. Alabama workers’ compensation laws are designed to protect injured workers who seek benefits fo...
Is it legal for a hotel to deny responsibility after I fell on a wet lobby floor with no warning sign?
In Arizona, a hotel may be able to deny responsibility, but that does not automatically mean it is legally correct. In general, a hotel’s responsibility after a slip and fall depends on the facts, including why the floor...
Is it legal for a landlord to blame me for falling down stairs that had poor lighting?
In general, a landlord in Arkansas may try to blame a tenant or visitor for a fall on stairs, including a claim that the person was not watching where they were going or was using the stairs carelessly. But that does not...
What happens if my student loans were transferred and my payment history disappeared?
If your student loans were transferred to a new servicer and your payment history disappeared, that can be confusing, but it does not necessarily mean the payments were lost or that the transfer was improper. In general,...
What happens if my PSLF application was denied because my job title did not sound public service related?
If your PSLF application was denied because your job title did not sound public service related, that denial usually does not end the inquiry. In general, PSLF eligibility is not based only on how a job title sounds. Wha...
Can my landlord charge late fees that were never written in the lease?
In general, a landlord may have a harder time charging a late fee if the lease does not say a late fee exists, does not explain how it is calculated, or does not clearly allow the landlord to add it later. In Alabama, as...
What happens if I stayed silent but did not say I was invoking my rights?
In general, staying silent during police questioning does not always mean the same thing as clearly invoking your right to remain silent. Under U.S. law, the effect of silence can depend on the context, what the police a...
Is it legal for police to lie about evidence after reading me my rights?
In Nevada, as in many other states, police may sometimes use deception during an investigation or interrogation. Being read your rights does not automatically stop officers from using questioning tactics that may include...
Can I Reinstate My License Before Finishing DUI Classes?
In Massachusetts, the answer is usually: it depends on what the Registry of Motor Vehicles and any court-ordered or program-related requirements say in your situation. For many drivers, DUI education or treatment is part...
What happens if I accidentally shared someone else’s defamatory post without checking it?
If you accidentally shared someone else’s defamatory post, you may still face legal risk, but the outcome usually depends on several facts, including what you knew, what you repeated, how widely it spread, and whether yo...
Can I break my lease if there has been mold in the bedroom for three months and my child keeps getting sick?
In New Jersey, mold problems may sometimes support a tenant’s right to end a lease, but it depends on the facts. A lease is not usually broken just because mold exists. The key question is whether the mold and any relate...
What Are My Rights When an Online Seller Claims a Price Error?
When an online seller says a posted price was a mistake, your rights usually depend on the facts, the seller’s terms, and whether a binding contract was formed. In general, a website listing can sometimes be treated like...
What happens if my spouse refuses to turn over bank statements in divorce discovery?
In a Colorado divorce, refusing to turn over bank statements during discovery can create serious problems for the noncooperative spouse. Discovery is the part of the case where each side usually exchanges financial infor...