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What are my rights if my ex roommate is sending threatening emails to my landlord about me?
In general, if a former roommate is sending threatening or harassing emails to your landlord about you, you may have several possible concerns at once: harassment, interference with your housing, and possible defamation...
Can I make a personal injury claim if I slipped on ice outside my office building?
In Missouri, a slip-and-fall on ice outside an office building may sometimes lead to a personal injury claim, but the answer usually depends on who controlled the area, whether anyone knew or should have known about the...
Is it legal for someone to post my mugshot and falsely say I was convicted?
In Kentucky, posting someone’s mugshot and falsely saying they were convicted may raise legal issues, but the answer depends on the facts and the exact words used. In general, false statements that harm a person’s reputa...
Can I record a conversation with my landlord during a walkthrough if my phone is visible?
In Massachusetts, whether you can record a conversation with your landlord during a walkthrough usually depends on consent and the type of conversation involved. A visible phone by itself does not automatically make reco...
How do I handle a car accident claim when the police report has the wrong street listed?
If a police report lists the wrong street after a car accident, that mistake does not always control how an insurance claim is handled. In Georgia, as in many states, a crash report is usually one piece of evidence, not...
What happens if my ex is paid under the table and child support is based on minimum wage?
In Texas, if a parent is paid under the table, that income may not show up on pay stubs or tax returns, which can make child support harder to calculate at first. When support is based on minimum wage, that usually means...
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...
What happens if I bought a used car “as-is” and the transmission failed within a week?
If you bought a used car “as-is” in Delaware and the transmission failed within a week, the first question is usually what the sales documents actually say and whether the seller made any promises that override or limit...
How do I calculate lost wages after missing 12 days of work because of a store injury?
If you missed 12 days of work because of a store injury, lost wages are usually calculated by figuring out what you would have earned during that time if you had been able to work. In general, that can include regular ho...
A neighbor keeps using my trash bins and I’m getting overage fees. Any recourse?
If a neighbor is repeatedly using your trash bins and you are being charged extra fees, there may be practical and legal options, but the best response usually depends on the facts, the type of housing, and local Oregon...
How do I stop a subscription that keeps charging after cancellation?
If a subscription keeps charging after you canceled it, the first step is usually to gather proof that you canceled and to review the account terms you agreed to. In many cases, the issue is a billing error, a processing...
Is it legal to use emails from my spouse’s account as evidence in divorce?
In general, whether you can use emails from a spouse’s account as evidence in a Nevada divorce depends on how the emails were obtained, who had access to the account, and whether any privacy, computer access, or wiretap-...
What are my rights if my wages are being garnished but I never received notice about the student loan debt?
If your wages are being garnished for a student loan debt and you never received notice, that may raise important due process and debt-collection questions. In general, a creditor or collection agency usually must follow...
Can I sue a daycare if my child was injured because staff left kids unsupervised?
In general, a parent may be able to bring a legal claim against a daycare if a child was injured and the injury may have been caused by inadequate supervision. In Wyoming, as in other states, the basic question is usuall...
Can my car insurance raise my premium after an accident that the police report says was not my fault?
Yes, in some situations your car insurance premium may still go up after an accident even if a police report says you were not at fault. In general, a police report is important evidence, but it is usually not the only t...