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Can I take a roommate to court for leaving early and not paying their share of rent?
In Indiana, you may be able to take a roommate to court if they agreed to pay part of the rent and then left early without paying what they owed. In general, these disputes are handled as contract or debt claims, and the...
What happens if my spouse sold marital property before we separated and kept the money?
In Texas, money and property acquired during marriage are often treated as part of the marital estate, although the details can depend on whether the property was community property, separate property, or mixed property....
How Can a Landlord Take Action Against a Problem Rental Next Door in Georgia?
In Georgia, a landlord who is bothered by a neighboring rental property usually has limited but sometimes meaningful options, depending on the facts. The available steps often depend on what the “problem” is, who owns th...
What happens if I was bitten while pet sitting for the dog owner?
If you were bitten while pet sitting for the dog owner in Colorado, what happens next usually depends on the facts, the dog’s history, who had control of the dog, and what insurance may apply. In general, a bite claim ca...
Can a Landlord Keep My Bike if I Left It Behind Instead of Paying Rent?
In general, an Indiana landlord may not simply treat your bike as payment for unpaid rent just because you left it behind. A bike is usually considered personal property, and a landlord’s rights over abandoned property o...
What are my rights if alimony was supposed to end after five years but deductions keep coming out?
If alimony in Maryland was supposed to end after five years but deductions are still being taken, the first question is whether the obligation truly ended by its own terms or whether a court order, agreement, or payment...
Do I have to pay late fees listed on a pay-or-quit notice before the deadline?
In Pennsylvania, whether you have to pay late fees listed on a pay-or-quit notice before the deadline usually depends on the lease, the type of fee, and whether the fee is legally enforceable. A pay-or-quit notice is gen...
What are my rights if my landlord is charging $250 for cleaning even though I left the apartment spotless?
If you are in Idaho and your landlord is charging a $250 cleaning fee after move-out, your rights usually depend on your lease, the condition of the apartment, and whether the landlord is taking the charge from a securit...
Can a Bank Close My Account Because I Disputed Several Charges?
In general, yes, a bank may be able to close your account after you dispute several charges, but the answer depends on the account agreement, the bank’s internal policies, and the reason the bank gives for the closure. A...
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...
Do I have to pay an early termination fee if my apartment is unsafe because the front door lock has been broken for weeks?
In Mississippi, the answer usually depends on the lease terms, the seriousness of the safety problem, and what steps the tenant and landlord took after the problem was reported. A broken front door lock can be a signific...
Can a Phone Company Keep Billing Me After I Canceled Service?
In general, a phone company should not keep charging you for service that was properly canceled, but billing problems can still happen. Sometimes the company continues billing because the cancellation was not processed c...
Do I have to move if my landlord gave me a 60-day notice but I have a fixed-term lease?
In general, a fixed-term lease is meant to last until the end date written in the lease, unless the lease allows an earlier end or there is some other legal reason the tenancy can be terminated sooner. That means a landl...
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...
Can a vet clinic keep my pet overnight for observation and charge me if I didn’t agree?
In Ohio, a veterinary clinic generally cannot just make up charges out of nowhere, but the answer often depends on what you consented to, what the clinic told you, and whether emergency care was needed. If you signed an...