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How do I handle a car accident where the other driver gave me fake insurance information?
If another driver gave you fake insurance information after a car accident, the first step is usually to treat the situation as a documentation and reporting problem as well as a claim problem. In general, you may want t...
What are my rights if the prenup was drafted only by my spouse’s lawyer?
If your spouse’s lawyer drafted the prenup, that fact alone does not automatically make the agreement invalid. In general, a premarital agreement can still be enforceable if both people signed it voluntarily, had a fair...
Do I have to pay alimony if my ex spouse remarries?
In general, remarriage can affect alimony, but the exact rule depends on the type of alimony, the language of the divorce order, and Alabama law. In many situations, ongoing support payments may end or be modified when t...
What are my rights if an online store sends me the wrong item and refuses a refund?
If an online store sends you the wrong item, you usually have at least a strong consumer complaint and may have contract or consumer-protection arguments depending on the facts. In general, when a seller ships something...
What happens if my spouse refuses to follow temporary support orders?
In Connecticut, temporary support orders are generally court orders, so a spouse is usually expected to follow them while the case is pending. If a spouse refuses to pay ordered support or otherwise does not comply, the...
Is it legal for my spouse to move money from a joint account into a separate account before divorce?
In Florida, a spouse moving money from a joint account into a separate account before divorce is not automatically illegal. In many families, both spouses may have access to a joint account, and either spouse may technic...
Is it legal for my employer to deduct $300 from my paycheck for broken equipment?
In general, whether an employer in Alabama can deduct $300 from your paycheck for broken equipment depends on several facts, including the terms of your agreement, the type of equipment, whether the deduction would cut i...
What happens if my ex claims disability but posts online about working side jobs?
If an ex says they are disabled but posts online showing side jobs, that may raise questions about whether their public statements, finances, or ability to work are consistent with the disability claim. In general, onlin...
Can I be fired in Alabama for filing a workers’ compensation claim?
In Alabama, an employer generally cannot lawfully fire a worker just because the worker filed a workers’ compensation claim. Alabama workers’ compensation laws are designed to protect injured workers who seek benefits fo...
Do I have to sign a new agreement after marriage if we forgot to finish the prenup?
In general, if a premarital agreement was not fully signed before the marriage, the agreement may not work as a valid prenup under Mississippi law. A prenup is usually meant to be an agreement made before marriage, so ti...
Do I have to pay a dentist for a crown that fell off after 10 days?
In general, you may still owe a dentist for treatment even if a crown falls off after 10 days, but the answer depends on the facts, the dental office’s policies, and what was agreed to before treatment. In New Jersey, as...
Can a Landlord Make Me Pay for Pest Control if Roaches Were There Before I Moved In?
In Louisiana, a landlord usually cannot simply shift pest-control costs to a tenant without looking at the lease, the condition of the unit, and who is responsible for the infestation. If roaches were already present bef...
Can a Landlord Charge Me Late Fees When the Rent Portal Was Down?
In general, a landlord may be able to charge late fees if rent is not paid on time, but the answer can depend on the lease, the payment methods the landlord made available, and the reason the portal was unavailable. In O...
Can prepaid debit card balances be subject to escheatment laws in West Virginia?
In general, yes. Prepaid debit card balances may be subject to escheatment laws if the funds are considered abandoned property under West Virginia law and no valid activity occurs for the applicable period. Whether a par...
Do I have to appear in court for an uncontested divorce in Alabama?
In Alabama, you may not always have to appear in court for an uncontested divorce, but it depends on the court, the paperwork, and the facts of your case. In many uncontested divorces, spouses agree on the major issues a...