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What happens if the eviction notice was addressed to my ex who moved out last year?
If an eviction notice in Delaware was addressed to an ex who moved out last year, that may matter a lot—but it does not automatically end the eviction case. In general, eviction notices must identify the correct tenant o...
What are my rights if my landlord claims damages that exceed my security deposit without proof?
In Florida, a landlord generally cannot just keep a security deposit or demand more money for damages without some factual basis. If a landlord claims that damages exceed the deposit, the landlord usually needs to be abl...
Can a court divide credit card debt that my spouse ran up without telling me?
In Ohio, a court in a divorce or legal separation case can often divide marital debts, and that may include credit card balances one spouse built up without telling the other spouse. But the answer is usually not as simp...
Do I have to show the dog was dangerous before the bite happened?
In South Carolina, the answer usually depends on the legal theory being used and the facts of the incident. In many dog bite claims, a person does not necessarily have to prove the dog had a long history of aggression be...
Can I break my lease if my landlord has not fixed mold in the bathroom for two months?
In Maryland, a landlord’s failure to fix mold in a bathroom for two months may be legally important, but it does not automatically mean you can break your lease without risk. In general, the answer depends on how serious...
How do I modify child support in Alabama after losing my job?
If you lose your job in Alabama, you may be able to ask the court to modify your child support order if the loss creates a material change in circumstances. In general, child support does not change automatically just be...
What are my rights if my spouse emptied our joint bank account before filing for divorce?
In Alabama, if a spouse emptied a joint bank account before a divorce was filed, the legal significance usually depends on who owned the money, how the account was titled, and how the funds were used. A joint account oft...
How do I request alimony in Alabama after being married for 18 years?
In Alabama, alimony is generally requested as part of a divorce case, not as a separate informal demand. If you want alimony after an 18-year marriage, the request usually needs to be made in the divorce pleadings or thr...
How do I handle a notice to vacate when the landlord says their family is moving in?
If you receive a notice to vacate because your landlord says a family member is moving in, the first step is to read the notice carefully and keep a copy. In Nebraska, the exact rules can depend on the type of tenancy, t...
Can I get divorced if my spouse disappeared years ago?
Yes, in New Jersey, you may still be able to get divorced even if your spouse disappeared years ago. A missing spouse does not always prevent a divorce. In many situations, courts allow a case to move forward if you can...
Is it legal for police to keep my driver’s license after a DUI arrest?
In Kentucky, police may sometimes take and keep a driver’s license after a DUI arrest, but the answer depends on what happened during the stop, the arrest, and any paperwork the officer issues. In general, officers can s...
Is it legal for my landlord to give me a notice to vacate because relatives visited for the holidays?
In Arkansas, a landlord usually cannot force a tenant out for a reason that is not allowed by the lease, local rules, or applicable landlord-tenant law. If relatives visited for the holidays, that fact by itself does not...
Is it legal for the court to order child support before paternity testing is finished?
In general, a court may be able to address temporary child support before paternity testing is fully finished, but that usually depends on the facts, the court’s procedures, and whether paternity has been legally establi...
What are my rights if I was pulled over for weaving but the dashcam shows I stayed in my lane?
In Maryland, a traffic stop based on alleged weaving may raise questions about whether the officer had a lawful reason to stop the vehicle. If your dashcam appears to show that you stayed in your lane, that information m...
How do I get child support started if the other parent refuses to provide an address?
In Minnesota, it is often still possible to start a child support case even if the other parent will not give you an address. In general, the child support process does not depend on getting the other parent’s cooperatio...