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Can a prenuptial agreement protect me from my fiancé’s credit card debt?
In general, a prenuptial agreement may help set expectations about debts before marriage, but it does not automatically stop a creditor from trying to collect a debt that already exists or was incurred in ways the law tr...
Can a court divide a family business started before marriage but grown during marriage?
In Maine, a court may be able to consider a family business in a divorce even if one spouse started it before the marriage, especially if the business grew during the marriage. But that does not automatically mean the en...
How do I get a refund from a travel booking site that charged me twice for the same hotel room?
If a travel booking site charged you twice for the same hotel room, the first step is usually to gather proof of both charges and contact the booking site right away. In many situations, duplicate charges are billing err...
Do I have to make student loan payments after applying for closed school discharge?
In general, applying for a closed school discharge does not always stop student loan billing right away. Whether payments are still due usually depends on the type of loan, the lender or servicer’s rules, and whether the...
Do I have to keep paying a personal loan if the lender closed my online account and will not send statements?
In general, yes: closing your online account or stopping paper statements usually does not cancel a personal loan or end your duty to make payments. The loan contract still may remain in effect, and the balance may conti...
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...
What are my rights if my landlord will not fix a broken refrigerator and I lost $300 worth of groceries?
In New York, a landlord’s responsibilities can depend on the lease, local housing rules, and whether the refrigerator is considered part of the rental’s required or promised amenities. If the refrigerator is included in...
Can a Neighbor Legally Trim Branches From My Tree?
In Massachusetts, a neighbor may usually trim branches or roots that cross onto their property, but only up to the property line and generally at their own expense. In other words, a neighbor typically does not have the...
What are my rights if my landlord is charging $250 for cleaning even though I left the apartment spotless?
If you are in Idaho and your landlord is charging a $250 cleaning fee after move-out, your rights usually depend on your lease, the condition of the apartment, and whether the landlord is taking the charge from a securit...
Can I file for divorce without hiring a lawyer if we agree on everything?
Yes, in Utah, some people are able to file for divorce without hiring a lawyer, especially when both spouses agree on the major issues. That usually means agreement on property division, debts, child custody, child suppo...
Is it legal for the insurer to close my claim because I missed one phone call?
In general, an insurer may not be allowed to close or deny a claim just because you missed one phone call, but the answer depends on the insurance policy, the type of claim, and the facts of the communication history. A...
Is it legal for my landlord to shut off water after giving me an eviction notice?
In Nevada, a landlord generally cannot use a utility shutoff, including water, as a self-help way to force a tenant out after giving an eviction notice. An eviction notice is only the start of the legal process. By itsel...
Can a contractor file a lien if I already paid them in full but they claim additional costs?
In general, a contractor may try to file a lien even if you believe you already paid in full, but whether the lien is valid depends on the facts, the contract, and Delaware law. A lien usually is tied to unpaid amounts f...
Do I Owe a Cancellation Fee If the Service Provider Missed the Appointment?
In general, if the service provider missed the appointment, it may be hard for them to justify charging you a cancellation fee for that same appointment. A cancellation fee usually exists to cover the provider’s lost tim...
What are my rights if I resigned and my employer skipped the next regular payday?
If you resigned in Utah and your employer missed the next regular payday, you may have a right to be paid all wages that were earned before your resignation. In general, final pay rules are meant to make sure employees r...