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How do I handle a dog bite claim involving a child who was playing with the dog?
In New Mexico, a dog bite claim involving a child who was playing with the dog is usually handled by looking closely at the facts, the child’s age, the dog owner’s conduct, and how the injury happened. When a child is in...
Do I have to list the AI tool as an author on a copyright application?
In general, no—you usually do not list an AI tool as an author on a copyright application. Copyright applications are typically based on human authorship, and an AI tool is not generally treated like a human creator. If...
Can My Employer Keep My Last Paycheck Until I Return Equipment?
In general, an employer usually cannot simply refuse to pay a final paycheck because a worker has not yet returned company property. That said, the exact rule can depend on the reason for the deduction or withholding, wh...
What happens if I changed repayment plans and my forgiveness tracker stopped updating?
If your forgiveness tracker stopped updating after you changed repayment plans, it usually does not mean that you lost eligibility automatically. More often, it means the loan servicer or tracking system has not yet fini...
How do I cancel a meal delivery subscription that keeps charging me even after I clicked cancel online?
If a meal delivery subscription keeps charging you after you clicked cancel online, the first step is usually to save proof of the cancellation and check the account terms. In many subscription disputes, the key issue is...
Do I have to hire a lawyer for an RCW harassment protection order hearing in Washington?
In Washington, you usually do not have to hire a lawyer for an RCW harassment protection order hearing. These hearings are often handled in civil court, and many people represent themselves. That said, having a lawyer ca...
Can a landlord charge late fees when their online payment portal was down on the due date?
In general, a landlord may only charge late fees if the lease allows them and the fee is otherwise lawful under Tennessee law. If the landlord’s online payment portal was down on the due date, that fact may matter becaus...
Can a dealership change my loan terms after I signed the paperwork?
In general, a dealership should not be able to simply change signed loan terms whenever it wants. If you signed a sales contract, financing agreement, or related paperwork, those signed terms usually matter. But in some...
What happens if my loan servicer says my $0 income driven payments do not count?
If your loan servicer says your $0 income-driven repayment payments do not count, it usually means the servicer believes those months do not meet the requirements for a particular program, forgiveness track, or payment c...
Can I record a conversation with my landlord during a walkthrough if my phone is visible?
In Massachusetts, whether you can record a conversation with your landlord during a walkthrough usually depends on consent and the type of conversation involved. A visible phone by itself does not automatically make reco...
Can I still file an insurance claim if the other driver admitted fault at the scene but now denies it?
Yes, in general you may still be able to file an insurance claim even if the other driver later denies fault after admitting it at the scene. In California, an insurance claim is usually evaluated based on the available...
Can I reduce child support if I now have another child to support?
In Maine, having another child may affect child support, but it does not automatically reduce an existing child support order. Courts usually look at the full financial picture and apply the state’s child support rules,...
How do I dispute a $980 charge from a hotel that claimed I smoked in a non-smoking room?
If a hotel charged you $980 for allegedly smoking in a non-smoking room, the dispute usually turns on the hotel’s terms, the evidence it has, and whether the charge was authorized. In general, hotels may impose smoking f...
My neighbor’s kids keep ringing my doorbell late at night. Is this harassment or just annoying?
In general, repeated late-night doorbell ringing can be more than a nuisance, but whether it counts as harassment depends on the facts. A one-time prank or occasional childish behavior is usually treated differently from...
How do I prove pain and suffering after a serious dog attack?
In general, proving pain and suffering after a serious dog attack means showing how the injury affected your body, mind, and daily life. This is different from proving medical bills or lost wages, because pain and suffer...