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Do I have to pay a cancellation fee to a wedding venue after they changed the date availability?
In Kansas, the answer usually depends on the written contract, the venue’s policies, and the reason the date changed. If the venue changed its own availability and could no longer host your wedding on the agreed date, th...
Can I sue if the other driver’s insurance only pays for aftermarket parts?
In New Jersey, the answer may depend on what the damage claim is really worth, what kind of parts are being used, and whether the payment offered is enough to restore the vehicle to its pre-loss condition. In general, an...
Is it legal for child support to be taken from my unemployment benefits in Arizona?
In general, yes—child support can often be taken from unemployment benefits in Arizona. Unemployment compensation is commonly treated as income that may be used to satisfy child support obligations, and benefit payments...
What happens if a dog owner says their dog had never bitten anyone before?
In Louisiana, a dog owner’s statement that the dog had never bitten anyone before does not automatically end a claim. It may be one fact a court or insurer looks at, but it is usually only part of a larger liability anal...
Can I reduce child support if I now have another child to support?
In Maine, having another child may affect child support, but it does not automatically reduce an existing child support order. Courts usually look at the full financial picture and apply the state’s child support rules,...
Is it legal for animal control to quarantine the dog after a bite report?
In Arkansas, animal control may be able to quarantine a dog after a bite report, depending on the local rules and the facts of the incident. In general, quarantine is used to monitor the dog for signs of rabies or other...
What are my rights if the prenup was drafted only by my spouse’s lawyer?
If your spouse’s lawyer drafted the prenup, that fact alone does not automatically make the agreement invalid. In general, a premarital agreement can still be enforceable if both people signed it voluntarily, had a fair...
Is it legal for police to question a minor without a parent present after reading Miranda rights?
In general, police may be able to question a minor without a parent present, even after giving Miranda warnings, depending on the circumstances and Indiana law. The fact that a parent is not in the room does not automati...
Can I sue a salon if a chemical treatment burned my scalp and caused hair loss?
In New Jersey, a salon injury like a chemical burn to the scalp and hair loss may sometimes lead to a legal claim, but the facts matter a lot. Whether a claim exists usually depends on what treatment was used, how the sa...
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...
What are my rights if a telehealth provider recorded my appointment without clear notice?
In Illinois, a telehealth recording made without clear notice can raise privacy, consent, and professional responsibility concerns, but the exact rights involved usually depend on the facts. The key questions are often w...
What are my rights if my car was totaled and the insurer will not pay sales tax and registration fees?
If your car was totaled in Oklahoma, the amount the insurer pays for your property damage claim usually depends on the insurance policy, the type of coverage involved, and how the vehicle value is calculated. In many tot...
Do I have to pay a debt collector who refuses to send me a written notice?
In general, you do not have to ignore a debt collector just because the collector has not sent you a written notice. At the same time, a lack of written notice may matter a great deal when you are deciding whether the de...
Can my landlord evict me for paying rent two days late once after three years in the apartment?
In New Jersey, a landlord may not automatically be able to evict a tenant just because rent was paid two days late one time after years of paying on time. In general, eviction depends on the lease, the reason for the lat...
What are my rights if I slipped in a restaurant bathroom with water all over the floor?
If you slipped in a restaurant bathroom in Idaho because water was on the floor, you may have a premises liability claim, but the facts matter a lot. In general, restaurant owners and operators have a duty to use reasona...