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Do I have to prove financial loss to bring an online defamation claim in New York?
In New York, you usually do not need to prove a specific dollar amount of financial loss just to bring an online defamation claim. But whether financial loss must be shown often depends on the type of statement, the harm...
Is it legal for a prenup to require one spouse to pay all household bills?
In general, a prenuptial agreement may be able to set out who pays certain household expenses, including rent, mortgage, utilities, groceries, or other bills. But whether that term is enforceable can depend on Indiana la...
Do I have to prove who wrote the anonymous defamatory post before filing a lawsuit?
In general, you do not always need to know the anonymous poster’s real identity before starting a defamation case, but you usually do need enough information to describe the defamation claim and ask the court for help id...
How do I handle a second DUI charge from five years after my first one?
If you are facing a second DUI charge in New Mexico five years after a first DUI, the first step is to understand that a prior DUI can still matter even after several years. In general, DUI cases are handled based on the...
What are my rights if I was hit by falling merchandise at a big box store?
If you were hit by falling merchandise at a big box store in Kansas, you may have rights under general premises liability and negligence principles. In broad terms, store owners and operators are usually expected to keep...
My Neighbor Claims My Fence Is on Their Property — Who Has to Prove It?
In Michigan, the answer usually depends on what kind of dispute this is and what evidence each side has. In a boundary dispute, the person making the claim that the fence is on the wrong property often needs to support t...
What happens if a contractor never pulled permits and the city fines me $1,500?
If a contractor did work without pulling the required permits and the city fined you, the homeowner is often the person the city looks to first in New Hampshire. That can be true even if the contractor was the one who fa...
Can I apply for forgiveness if my federal loans are in default right now?
In general, being in default on federal student loans does not automatically mean you can never pursue forgiveness, but it can make the process more complicated. Whether forgiveness is available usually depends on the sp...
What happens if my spouse refuses to pay the debts assigned to them in the divorce?
In general, if a divorce order assigns certain debts to your spouse and that spouse refuses to pay, the divorce judgment may still control the rights and obligations between the two of you. In Delaware, as in many states...
How do I handle harassment from a former dating partner if there was no domestic relationship?
If a former dating partner is harassing you, the fact that there was no domestic relationship does not necessarily mean you have no legal options. In Washington, the available options often depend on what the person is d...
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...
What happens if I missed my DMV hearing deadline after a DUI arrest?
If you missed a DMV hearing deadline after a DUI arrest in Louisiana, the most common consequence is that you may lose the chance to challenge an immediate administrative action related to your driving privileges. In gen...
Can a Landlord Shut Off Water During Repairs Without Notice?
In Illinois, a landlord generally should not leave a tenant without essential water service any longer than necessary, even when repairs are being made. Whether a temporary shutoff is allowed usually depends on the facts...
How do I handle a DMCA takedown notice for an AI-generated video I posted?
If you receive a DMCA takedown notice about an AI-generated video you posted, the first step is usually to stay calm and review the notice carefully. In general, a DMCA notice is a copyright complaint, not a court order....
Do I have to know the harasser personally to file under RCW 7.105?
In Washington, you generally do not have to know the other person personally to ask for protection under RCW 7.105. The key question is usually not whether you had a prior relationship, but whether the facts fit the lega...