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What Happens If a Company Refuses to Honor a Written Price Quote?
In general, if a company gives you a written price quote and later refuses to honor it, the situation may turn on what the quote said, whether it was meant to be binding, and what other communications or documents were e...
Can a landlord remove amenities like the pool and gym but keep charging the same rent?
In Texas, a landlord may sometimes change or discontinue amenities such as a pool, gym, clubhouse, or other shared features while still charging the same rent, but the answer usually depends on the lease, the advertising...
How do I value a family business for divorce settlement purposes?
In a divorce, valuing a family business usually means figuring out what the business is worth as part of the marital property division process. That value may affect how property is divided, whether one spouse keeps the...
How do I get child support started if the other parent refuses to provide an address?
In Minnesota, it is often still possible to start a child support case even if the other parent will not give you an address. In general, the child support process does not depend on getting the other parent’s cooperatio...
Is it legal for animal control to quarantine the dog after a bite report?
In Arkansas, animal control may be able to quarantine a dog after a bite report, depending on the local rules and the facts of the incident. In general, quarantine is used to monitor the dog for signs of rabies or other...
How do I get the dog owner’s homeowners insurance information after a bite?
If you were bitten by a dog in Georgia, one practical first step is to ask the dog owner directly whether homeowners or renters insurance may apply. In many situations, the owner is the person most likely to know whether...
Do I have to pay for a subscription service that auto-renewed for $299 annually without notice?
In California, whether you have to pay for an auto-renewed subscription usually depends on the contract terms, how the renewal was disclosed, and what notice you received before the charge appeared. A subscription agreem...
How do I file a claim after hitting debris that fell from a truck on the highway?
If you hit debris that fell from a truck on an Iowa highway, the first step is usually to focus on safety and documentation. Move to a safe location if you can, check for injuries, and call emergency services if anyone i...
Can student loan debt be divided between spouses in divorce?
In Virginia, student loan debt may be treated as part of the property and debt division process in a divorce, but it is not automatically split 50/50. Courts and divorcing spouses usually look at what the debt was used f...
Do I have to pay a locksmith who damaged my door during the job?
In general, whether you have to pay a locksmith who damaged your door during the job depends on the facts, the agreement you made, and whether the damage was part of the work you authorized or the result of careless work...
Can child support be modified if my child’s daycare ended and they started public school?
In general, child support may sometimes be modified when a child’s care needs change, but the fact that daycare ended and public school began does not automatically change support. Courts usually look at whether the chan...
What happens if I waited two weeks to see a doctor because I thought my injury would heal?
If you waited two weeks to see a doctor after an injury because you thought it would heal, that delay does not automatically mean you have no legal claim. In Alaska, as in many states, the effect of the delay usually dep...
What happens if my insurance policy is canceled without proper notice?
If an insurance policy is canceled without proper notice, the cancellation may not be effective right away, depending on the policy language and Wyoming insurance rules that apply. In general, insurers are usually requir...
Do I Owe Rent If My Apartment Had No Heat for Two Weeks?
In Michigan, a two-week loss of heat can be a serious habitability problem, but it does not automatically mean you can stop paying rent without risk. In general, tenants still owe rent unless a legal remedy applies, and...
What happens if a client asks me to remove all AI-generated content after delivery?
In general, what happens next depends on the contract, the scope of the work, and whether the content was delivered as a final product or only as a draft. A client’s request to remove AI-generated content after delivery...