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What are my rights if a delivery company lost a $900 package and the retailer says it is not their problem?
If a delivery company lost your package, your rights usually depend on the sale terms, the shipping terms, who arranged the shipment, and whether the package was insured or declared with a value. In Alabama, as in many s...
What happens if the landlord gave me two eviction notices with different deadlines?
If a landlord gives you two eviction notices with different deadlines, it usually means there is confusion, a change in the landlord’s position, or a possible problem with how the notices were prepared or served. In gene...
Do I have to pay a debt that is not on my credit report but a collector says I owe?
In general, yes, a debt can still be owed even if it does not appear on your credit report. A credit report is not the same thing as a full list of all debts a person may owe. Some debts never get reported, some are repo...
Do I have to leave if the landlord says the lease will not be renewed but I never got court papers?
In Mississippi, the answer usually depends on whether your rental term has actually ended and whether the landlord is trying to remove you the right way. If your lease is ending and the landlord has given proper notice t...
What Should I Do If a Car Wash Damaged My Vehicle?
If a car wash damaged your vehicle, the first step is usually to document the damage as clearly as possible. Take photos and videos of the vehicle, the damaged area, the car wash equipment or bay if visible, your receipt...
What happens if we signed the prenup in one state but divorce in another?
In general, a prenuptial agreement signed in one state may still be considered by the divorce court in another state, but the court will usually look at several things before deciding how much weight to give it. The main...
Do I have to accept store credit instead of a refund for a defective product?
In general, whether you have to accept store credit instead of a refund for a defective product depends on the store’s return policy, the type of product, what was promised at the time of sale, and any applicable Arizona...
What happens if my auto insurance company says my car is totaled but their payout is $2,400 less than my loan balance?
If your car is declared a total loss and the insurance payout is less than what you still owe on the loan, you may still be responsible for the remaining balance. In general, the insurer’s payment is based on the car’s a...
How do I know whether Miranda applies to roadside DUI questions?
In general, Miranda warnings are required before police ask questions only when a person is in custody and being interrogated. For roadside DUI stops, that means the key question is usually not simply whether an officer...
Do I have to pay for a repair if the issue came back within a week?
In general, whether you have to pay for a repair that failed again within a week depends on the repair agreement, what was promised, and what caused the problem to return. In Missouri, the first question is usually wheth...
Can my statement be used in court if I was never told I could remain silent?
In general, a statement can sometimes be used in court even if you were never told that you could remain silent. The answer often depends on who asked the questions, where the statement was made, and whether the setting...
Do I have to recertify income if my payment is already $0?
In general, a $0 payment does not automatically mean you can skip recertifying income. Many benefit, repayment, and assistance programs require periodic updates even when your current payment is zero, because the agency...
Can an Employer Shorten My Notice Period and Stop Pay Early?
In general, an employer may be able to end employment earlier than the notice period an employee gave, but the pay issue depends on the facts and the type of pay involved. In Iowa, as in many states, employment is often...
My Neighbor Built a Fence Two Feet Onto My Property — What Should I Do?
If a neighbor built a fence onto land you believe is yours, the first step is usually to slow down and gather facts before taking action. In South Carolina, property-line disputes are often resolved by looking at deeds,...
Can I qualify for student loan forgiveness if I worked remotely for a government agency?
In general, maybe. For many student loan forgiveness programs, what matters is the type of employer and the type of work, not whether you did the job in an office or remotely. If you were employed by a qualifying governm...