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Does commission change if I bring a buyer to the real estate agent listing my home?

We were in process of listing our home, signed an agreement with an agent, and surprisingly brought a buyer to the agent. That buyer purchased…

If someone is visiting family and an altercation occurs and the visitor files a restraining order against the residing member, who has to refrain from the residence?

Can we legally hold our tenants’ 2 month deposit to cover the rent in the event that we are unable to rerent it after they decide to break their lease and leave early?

We are all on good terms. My husband and I are first-time landlords and our first tenant has cut bait with her new job and…

Is there any legal recourse for an employee who is being relocated to a new job site in a different city?

Im being moved to a new city which will be an additional 45 minutes or more to my commute. I spoke with HR and the…

If 4 years ago my car was stolen and involved in an accident but I only recently found out I have a judgement against me, is that legal?

I didn’t find out until now that their insurance company filed for and received a judgement on me for over $20,000.

Can a person with 50% ownership of property take out a mortgage against it without knowledge of the other partner?

I have had 50% ownership of my home for 7 years. About 6 years ago my husband, the other 50% owner, took out a large…

Can I be sued if Im legally married and go on a trip with my girlfriend out of the country?

My girlfriend bought me and her a trip to Mexico for my birthday. My wife we are separated not legally but do live apart says…

Can a Employer ignore a docters note for restricted duty?

My wife has problems with her legs when she work to many hours. She got an excuse from her Doctor stating that she is only…

Is there a time limit that a seller has to sign a Purchase and Sales agreement?

Does Rhode Island provide a stipulated time in which a seller must sign a Purchase and Sales agreement for the purchase of a condominium?

Could I be fired due to a HIPAA breach?

I’m a registered nurse in a military hospital and recently my supervisor was admitted. I accessed her medical records even though she wasn’t assigned to…