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How do I handle a subscription box company that refuses refunds for items shipped after cancellation?
If a subscription box company shipped items after you canceled and refuses a refund, the first step is usually to review the company’s cancellation policy, billing terms, and any confirmation you received. In many consum...
What are my rights if my spouse refuses to refinance the house after divorce?
In Washington, what happens if a spouse refuses to refinance the house after divorce usually depends on the divorce decree, settlement agreement, and how the home was awarded. In general, a divorce judgment can require o...
Do I have to pay taxes on student loans that are forgiven through PSLF?
In general, federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) is designed so that forgiven federal student loan debt is not treated the same way as regular taxable income. For many borrowers, the forgiven amount under PSLF...
Can a Landlord Shut Off Water During Repairs Without Notice?
In Illinois, a landlord generally should not leave a tenant without essential water service any longer than necessary, even when repairs are being made. Whether a temporary shutoff is allowed usually depends on the facts...
Can You Sue and Win Over a Parent’s Last-Minute Will Change?
A last-minute change to a parent’s will can sometimes be challenged in Oregon, but only if there is a recognized legal reason to do so. In general, a court does not overturn a will just because family members think the c...
Is it legal for my landlord to lock me out after giving an eviction notice?
In general, no. In Nevada, a landlord usually cannot simply change the locks, shut off utilities, remove your belongings, or otherwise force you out just because an eviction notice was given. An eviction notice is usuall...
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...
What happens if my landlord changes lease terms without my consent?
In general, a landlord cannot simply change the terms of a signed lease on their own once the lease is in effect. A lease is usually a binding contract, so if one side wants to change a material term, the other side gene...
What are my rights if my insurance company delays my claim for over 60 days without explanation?
If an insurance company delays a claim for more than 60 days without giving a clear explanation, that can be frustrating and may raise concerns about whether the company is handling the claim fairly and in good faith. In...
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...
Is It Legal for a Store to Refuse Cash Payments?
In general, a store in Virginia may be able to refuse cash payments, but the answer often depends on the type of business, the store’s policies, and any laws that apply to the specific transaction. For many everyday reta...
Is it legal for a company to take a percentage of my unclaimed property recovery?
In general, a company may be allowed to charge a fee for helping recover unclaimed property, but the exact legality usually depends on Indiana law, the type of property involved, the contract terms, and how the company o...
Is it legal for someone to contact my family members after I told them not to contact me?
In general, it may be legal for someone to contact your family members even after you told that person not to contact you, but that depends on the facts and the reason for the contact. In Washington, as in many states, a...
What happens if my auto insurance company says my car is totaled but their payout is $2,400 less than my loan balance?
If your car is declared a total loss and the insurance payout is less than what you still owe on the loan, you may still be responsible for the remaining balance. In general, the insurer’s payment is based on the car’s a...
What happens if I missed two alimony payments because my bank account was frozen?
If you missed two alimony payments because your bank account was frozen, a Colorado court may still treat the missed payments as support arrears unless the order was changed or the obligation was otherwise lawfully satis...