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How do I respond to an eviction notice when I am protected by a temporary restraining order against the other tenant?
If you are in Vermont and you receive an eviction notice while you are protected by a temporary restraining order (TRO) against another tenant, the first step is to look carefully at who is named in the notice, who is be...
My Employer Put Me on the Schedule After I Resigned — Am I Responsible?
In general, if you clearly resigned and your employer later put you on the schedule anyway, that does not usually mean you are automatically responsible for working those shifts in Nevada. A resignation typically ends th...
What are my rights if a fake account is impersonating me and posting racist comments?
If a fake account is impersonating you and posting racist comments, you may have several possible legal and practical options, depending on the facts. In general, impersonation and hateful posts can affect your reputatio...
What happens if the insurance company says my injury was pre-existing?
If an insurance company says your injury was pre-existing, it usually means the insurer is arguing that your symptoms, medical condition, or need for treatment existed before the accident or event that is being claimed....
How do I challenge a confession made after police ignored my request for an attorney?
In general, a confession may be challenged if police continued questioning after you clearly asked for a lawyer and the request should have stopped the interrogation. In North Carolina, as in other states, the details ma...
How do I report a hidden camera found in a tanning salon room?
If you find what appears to be a hidden camera in a tanning salon room, the safest general approach is to treat it as a possible privacy and criminal issue and report it promptly. In Minnesota, as in many states, the exa...
Can a phone company keep billing me after I ported my number out?
In general, a phone company should not keep charging you for service that has actually ended, but a bill after you port your number out does not always mean the charge is improper. In many situations, carriers continue b...
Can an Apartment Charge Fees Not Listed in the Lease?
In general, an apartment in New Hampshire may not be able to charge a fee that was not part of the rental agreement, but the answer depends on the lease language, any addenda, and the facts of the charge. A lease usually...
Is it legal for a homeowner to say I assumed the risk because I entered their yard?
In general, a homeowner can raise the argument that a person assumed the risk by entering the yard, but that does not automatically end a claim. Whether the argument matters usually depends on the facts, including why th...
What are my rights if a school bus door closed on my child’s arm?
If a school bus door closes on your child’s arm, the situation can raise both safety and legal concerns. In general, the first priority is getting medical attention and making sure the injury is documented. Depending on...
Can I get alimony if I supported my spouse through medical school?
In Virginia, the fact that you supported your spouse through medical school can be an important part of an alimony claim, but it does not automatically mean you will receive support. Courts usually look at the marriage a...
Can my landlord give me a 3-day eviction notice for being $450 behind on rent?
In California, a landlord can often give a 3-day notice to pay rent or quit if rent is unpaid, even if the amount owed is $450. The key issue is usually not the size of the balance by itself, but whether the notice is le...
How do I dispute a credit report entry for an apartment debt I do not recognize?
If you see an apartment debt on your credit report and do not recognize it, the first step is usually to gather as much information as you can about the account and dispute it with the credit reporting company and, often...
What are my rights if my landlord refuses to fix broken plumbing?
If you rent in South Dakota and your landlord refuses to fix broken plumbing, you may have legal rights, but the details depend on the lease, the seriousness of the problem, and the facts of the situation. In general, a...
Do I have to pay a medical bill that went to collections before I received an invoice?
In general, you may still owe a valid medical debt even if the bill was sent to collections before you personally received an invoice. A collection notice does not, by itself, mean the debt is inaccurate or unenforceable...