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How do I present text messages to the judge at a harassment protection order hearing?
In a Washington harassment protection order hearing, text messages may be useful evidence if they help show the conduct at issue. In general, a judge is more likely to consider messages that are organized, readable, and...
Can I get alimony if we separated after 22 years but never legally divorced?
In Utah, the answer is usually not simple. In general, alimony is a support order that comes up in a divorce case, not just because spouses have been separated for a long time. If you are still legally married, the fact...
Can a landlord deny my application because I had an eviction case that was dismissed?
In general, a landlord in North Dakota may be able to deny a rental application because of a dismissed eviction case, but the answer often depends on what the landlord is using as the reason and whether any fair housing...
What are my rights if the other parent refuses to work but asks me for more child support?
If the other parent refuses to work but asks for more child support, your rights usually depend on how a Tennessee court views each parent’s ability to contribute and the child’s current needs. In general, a parent canno...
Is it legal for a dealership to refuse to fix a warranty issue because I missed one oil change?
In general, a dealership or manufacturer may not be able to deny warranty coverage for every missed oil change automatically. The key question is usually whether the missed service actually caused or contributed to the p...
Do I have to pay back Medicaid from my injury settlement?
In general, Medicaid may have a right to be repaid from part of an injury settlement if Medicaid paid for medical care related to the injury. This is often called Medicaid recovery or reimbursement. The exact rules can d...
What happens if an online retailer says my package was delivered but I never received it?
If an online retailer says a package was delivered but you never received it, the situation is usually treated as a delivery, billing, or customer-service dispute first, not as an automatic legal violation by either side...
Can I get student loan forgiveness if I work for a city library?
In general, working for a city library may count toward certain student loan forgiveness programs if the library is part of a qualifying public employer and you meet the program’s other requirements. The most common fede...
How do I stop a debt collector from contacting me at my workplace?
In general, a debt collector may not keep contacting you at work if they know your employer does not allow it or if you clearly tell the collector to stop contacting you there. If you are in New York, the same general co...
What happens if my employer refuses to sign the PSLF certification form?
If your employer refuses to sign a PSLF certification form, it usually does not automatically end your chance at Public Service Loan Forgiveness, but it can make it harder to document your qualifying employment. In gener...
Is it legal for my spouse to remove jewelry and collectibles from the home before appraisal?
In Arkansas, the answer usually depends on what the items are, who owns them, and whether a divorce or separation is already underway. If the jewelry or collectibles are marital property, a spouse generally may not treat...
What happens if I fix the lease violation before the notice deadline?
In general, if you fix a lease violation before the deadline in the landlord’s written notice, the landlord may have to treat the violation as cured. In some situations, that can stop further eviction steps based on that...
Is it legal for a landlord to require renters insurance after the lease has already started?
In Ohio, a landlord may be able to require renters insurance after a lease has already started, but the answer usually depends on the lease language, any later agreement between the parties, and general Ohio contract and...
Is it legal for a landlord to refuse to fix a broken front door lock for over a week?
In New Mexico, a landlord usually cannot simply ignore a serious security problem like a broken front door lock if the tenant has given notice and the condition affects safety or habitability. Whether a delay of more tha...
How do I remove a collection account that was added to my credit report by mistake?
If a collection account appears on your credit report by mistake, the usual first step is to dispute the item with the credit reporting company that is showing it. In general, you would explain that the account is inaccu...