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How do I handle an eviction notice when the landlord never gave me a written lease?
In Nebraska, not having a written lease does not necessarily mean a landlord cannot try to evict you. In general, a rental agreement can sometimes be oral or implied from the way you and the landlord have been acting, su...
Can I sue a restaurant if I chipped a tooth on a small rock in my salad?
In general, yes, it is possible to bring a claim if a foreign object in restaurant food causes a dental injury. But whether a restaurant may be legally responsible depends on the facts, the amount of harm, and the proof...
Can I recover lost wages if I missed two weeks of work after a crash?
In New Jersey, you may be able to recover lost wages after a crash if the missed work was caused by injuries from the crash and the wage loss can be documented. In general, lost wages are part of the financial harm that...
Is it legal for the other driver’s insurer to deny my claim without explaining why?
In general, an insurance company should not simply leave you guessing after denying a claim. In Arizona, as in many states, a denial is usually expected to be communicated in a way that gives at least some notice of the...
What are my rights if I got whiplash after a low-speed crash and the insurer says it is not serious?
In Washington, a low-speed crash does not automatically mean a whiplash injury is minor. People can sometimes have real neck pain, headaches, stiffness, dizziness, or limited motion even after a collision that looks smal...
Can I sue a business if I found a hidden camera in a restroom stall?
If you found a hidden camera in a restroom stall, there may be civil legal claims against the business, the person who installed the camera, or both, depending on the facts. In Virginia, as in many states, a restroom is...
What happens if my landlord gave me a 5-day notice but the lease says I get 10 days?
In Colorado, the answer usually depends on what kind of notice the landlord gave, what the lease says, and whether the lease term is allowed under Colorado law. In general, a lease can add tenant protections, but it cann...
Can a used car dealership refuse to honor a 30-day warranty they advertised?
In general, a used car dealership may not be able to refuse to honor a 30-day warranty if it was actually advertised as part of the sale and became part of the deal. In Oregon, as in many states, advertising claims can m...
Is it legal for a nanny cam to record audio without telling the babysitter?
In Arizona, the answer can depend on the facts, especially where the camera is placed, whether the people being recorded expect privacy, and whether any state or federal wiretap or privacy law applies. A nanny cam that r...
Can I sue a contractor without a written contract?
In general, yes, it may be possible to bring a claim against a contractor even if there is no written contract. In Montana, as in many states, some agreements can be formed orally or by conduct, depending on the facts. A...
What are my rights if my former friend secretly recorded me during a private conversation in their car?
If this happened in California, you may have privacy-related rights, but the answer depends heavily on the facts. California is generally a two-party consent state for confidential communications, which means a private c...
Is it legal for a landlord to charge pet fees for a service animal?
In general, a landlord may not charge a pet fee, pet rent, or pet deposit for a true service animal because a service animal is usually not treated as an ordinary pet. Under fair housing rules, assistance animals are com...
Do I have to divide frequent flyer miles and credit card rewards in divorce?
In a Mississippi divorce, frequent flyer miles and credit card rewards may sometimes be treated as marital property, but the answer usually depends on how the points were earned, when they were earned, and whether they c...
Is it legal to record a conversation in a coffee shop where other people could hear us?
In Pennsylvania, whether it is legal to record a conversation in a coffee shop usually depends on several factors, including whether you are a participant in the conversation, whether the people being recorded know about...
Is it legal for my spouse to hide a vehicle at a friend’s house during divorce?
In Indiana, a spouse generally should not secretly move, hide, or transfer marital property in a way that interferes with the divorce process. A vehicle is often one of the assets a court may need to identify, value, and...