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What happens if someone dies without a will?
My uncle passed away recently without a will. He was unmarried with no children. Who inherits, and who is supposed to handle his affairs?
How do I fix an error on my credit report?
My credit report shows a late payment on a loan I always paid on time. It is affecting my ability to rent an apartment. How do I get…
Who owns the footage when I am hired to shoot a music video?
I am a freelance videographer and an artist wants me to shoot and edit their music video. We have no written agreement yet. Who will own the final…
Should I sign a construction contract with no fixed price?
A contractor offered to renovate my house on a “cost plus” basis instead of a fixed quote. Is that risky?
My drone flight got me a warning from the aviation authority — what now?
I flew a small drone near a park and received a letter from the aviation regulator saying I may have broken the rules. I did not realise there…
My small business received an environmental violation notice. What now?
We run a small auto repair shop and received a notice from the state environmental agency about how we store used oil and solvents. We want to fix…
Slip-and-fall at a grocery store — what do I document?
Fell on a wet floor with no warning sign two weeks ago. ER visit, X-rays, ongoing physical therapy. What evidence should I gather now?
Landlord won’t return my security deposit — how do I sue in small claims?
I moved out in March. The lease ended cleanly, no damage, photo evidence. He’s ignoring my emails and texts. What are my next steps?
What happens at an arraignment for a first-time DUI?
I have my arraignment Monday. No prior record. Should I plead guilty just to get it over with or hire a lawyer?
Tourist visa overstay — what are my options before I leave?
I overstayed my B-2 by 32 days due to a medical emergency. I have hospital records. Will I be banned from re-entry?