Frequently Asked Legal Questions

Can my landlord enter without permission?

Can my landlord evict me without going to court?

What are my rights if I'm behind on rent?

What can my landlord legally do and not do?

Can my landlord raise my rent and how much?

How long does my landlord have to fix something?

Can my landlord kick me out for no reason?

What can my landlord keep my security deposit for?

Can a landlord enter your apartment without permission?

Can a landlord refuse to rent to someone?

Can my landlord charge me for normal wear and tear?

How much notice does a landlord have to give before raising rent?

Can I withhold rent if repairs aren't done?

Can a landlord send me to collections?

What is minimum wage?

Is my employer required to give me breaks or lunch?

Can I be fired without warning / for no reason?

Can my employer cut my hours or change my schedule?

Do I have to work off the clock / unpaid overtime?

Is my employer allowed to search my bag/locker/car at work?

Is it legal for my employer to search my emails or computer?

How to get paid while on FMLA

Can my employer record phone calls or monitor me on camera?

Can you fire someone on workers comp?

Can a company lower your pay rate?

What is retaliation in the workplace?

Can I be fired for complaining about my boss?

Does my employer have to accommodate my disability?

What is the minimum wage in New York?

Can my employer share my medical information?

Is paternity leave covered under FMLA?

What is federal paid sick leave?

Can I be fired for refusing to work in unsafe conditions?

What is workers compensation?

What is a DUI?

Is it illegal to drive without insurance?

What to do after a car accident

Is a DUI a felony?

What is a DWI?

What is the legal alcohol limit?

How do I get my criminal record expunged?

What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?

What are my rights if I am arrested or detained?

Can a police officer search your car without a warrant?

Can you get a DUI reduced to reckless driving?

How long does a misdemeanor stay on your record?

How long does a felony stay on your record?

What happens if you miss court for a traffic ticket?

What is the difference between a misdemeanor and an infraction?

What if you have a warrant in a different state?

How is child custody decided in a divorce?

What are my rights as a parent in a custody dispute?

How do I file for divorce, and what is the process?

Can child support payments be modified?

What are the legal grounds for annulment versus divorce?

Is a prenup enforceable?

What is the difference between legal custody and physical custody?

What is the difference between legal separation and divorce?

How to trademark a name

What is intellectual property?

Is this contract legally binding?

What happens if someone breaches a contract?

How do I set up an LLC or a sole proprietorship?

What should I include in a business partnership agreement?

What is a cease and desist?

What is the difference between copyright and trademark?

Can I use Google images for my business?

Can someone trademark a word or name?

Can a contractor sue for non-payment without a written contract?

What is an NDA (non-disclosure agreement)?

What is alimony?

What is probate?

States where weed is legal

What is a green card?

What is lemon law?

How do I file a small claims case?

What is the statute of limitations for my lawsuit?

Can I represent myself in court, and is it advisable?

How to find pro bono legal aid in my area

What are the limitations of legal self-help websites

When is it necessary to hire a lawyer vs representing yourself

Key differences between civil and criminal litigation processes

How to prepare for an initial consultation with an attorney

Is a verbal agreement legally binding?

Is a handshake agreement legally binding?

How long do you have to file a malpractice lawsuit?

How much can I sue for in small claims court?

Can you sue someone for emotional distress?

How long does debt stay on your credit report?

How long does bankruptcy stay on your credit report?

What is the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy?

Can a debt collector sue me?

Can a debt collector call me at work?

Can a creditor garnish my Social Security?

What is a lien?

What happens if you overstay your visa?

What is the difference between a visa and a green card?

What is the difference between asylum and refugee status?

What happens to a person's debt when they die?

What is the difference between a will and a living trust?

Does a spouse automatically inherit everything?

Can you have someone removed as executor of an estate?

Is a handwritten will valid?

What is a power of attorney?

Can you go to jail for debt?

What is the Statute of Frauds?

Can you sue the government?

What is the difference between an LLC and an S Corp?

Do I need a business license?