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Do I have to prove emotional distress in an online defamation case in Mississippi?
In general, emotional distress can be relevant in an online defamation case, but it is not always the only thing a person must prove. Whether you need to show emotional distress depends on the type of defamation claim, t...
Can a Business Charge My Card Again After I Disputed the First Charge?
In general, a business may try to charge your card again after you dispute the first charge, but whether it is allowed depends on the facts, the payment method, the business’s policies, and any agreement you made. A seco...
What happens if a roommate secretly installed a camera in our shared bathroom?
If a roommate secretly installed a camera in a shared bathroom, that can raise serious legal and safety concerns in Texas. In general, a bathroom is one of the most private places in a home, and secretly recording people...
What happens if I recorded a roommate admitting they stole money but did not ask for consent first?
In California, recording a conversation without asking for consent first can raise serious legal issues, even if the other person appears to confess to theft. California is generally a two-party consent state for confide...
Is it legal for a dealership to add a $1,995 protection package after we agreed on the price?
In Colorado, a dealership usually cannot simply change the deal after you and the dealer have already agreed on the price, but the answer depends on what was actually agreed to, what was written, and whether you had alre...
Is it legal for a landlord to charge a move-out inspection fee not listed in the lease?
In Arkansas, the answer usually depends on what the lease says, whether the fee was clearly disclosed, and whether state law treats the charge as a permitted rent-related cost or an improper extra fee. In general, a land...
What Are My Rights if My Lease Renewal Is Delayed Until the Last Day?
If your lease renewal is delayed until the last day, your rights in New York usually depend on the type of housing, the wording of your lease, any rent regulation rules, and how your landlord has handled the renewal proc...
I bought a used phone and it was later blacklisted. Can I get my money back?
If you bought a used phone and later learned that it was blacklisted, you may be wondering whether you can get your money back. In general, the answer depends on why the phone was blacklisted, what the seller knew, what...
Can I Sue a Travel Agency for Booking the Wrong Dates?
In general, you may have a legal claim if a travel agency books the wrong dates and that mistake causes financial loss or another measurable harm. Whether a claim exists usually depends on what the agency agreed to do, w...
Is it legal to date someone new while my divorce case is pending?
In Arizona, it is generally not a crime to start dating while a divorce is still pending. Arizona is a no-fault divorce state, so the decision to date usually does not prevent a divorce from moving forward by itself. Tha...
How do I handle a solar panel company that promised savings but my electric bill went up?
If a solar company promised that your electric bill would go down but it went up instead, the first step is usually to review exactly what was said, what was written, and how the system is performing. In general, a highe...
Do I have to consent to being recorded during a telehealth appointment in California?
In California, the answer is often yes if someone wants to record a telehealth appointment that includes your voice or confidential medical conversation. California is generally considered a two-party consent state for r...
Is it legal to use emails from my spouse’s account as evidence in divorce?
In general, whether you can use emails from a spouse’s account as evidence in a Nevada divorce depends on how the emails were obtained, who had access to the account, and whether any privacy, computer access, or wiretap-...
Is it legal for my private student lender to refuse any hardship option after I lost my job?
In general, yes — a private student lender may be allowed to refuse a hardship option after you lose your job, depending on the loan contract and the lender’s policies. Private student loans are usually governed by the p...
Is it legal for an apartment complex to charge a monthly package handling fee I never agreed to?
In general, whether an apartment complex in Vermont can charge a monthly package handling fee you never agreed to depends on the lease, any later addenda or policy updates, and how the fee was disclosed. If the fee was i...