#legal-rights

#legal-rights

Landlords can sue for more than the security deposit when costs of repairing damages exceed the deposited amount, especially beyond what constitutes normal wear and tear.

Cannabis may be legal in New York, but that doesn't mean it's a free-for-all. Know your rights and limits when smoking in public.

If you miss a bill, and a few reminders to pay, in the mail, your German bank account can be slapped with a garnishment.

"The end of Temporary Protected Status in the United States represents a potentially devastating reality for hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans who sought refuge in the U.S., many of them living in South Florida after escaping the regime of Nicolás Maduro."

At the Munich Security Conference, J.D. Vance highlighted Europe's concerning trend towards censorship, exemplified by the UK convicting an army veteran for silent prayer outside an abortion clinic.

Habeas Corpus continues to stand strong in the U.S., as several detainees successfully secured releases through federal courts, allowing them to continue their academic work.

US District Judge Patricia Giles ruled for the immediate release of Badar Khan Suri from ICE detention, citing his lawful status and the nature of the charges against him.

Opening the Pandora's box of abortion reform is something no one should do without the confidence that they are able to manage the resulting chaos.

"Lilly Ledbetter endured a lengthy legal fight against gender-based pay discrimination, driven by her experiences of poverty and resilience in a male-dominated workplace."

In 1960, the Supreme Court ruled in Flemming v. Nestor that there are no property rights to Social Security, emphasizing government's flexibility in administering benefits.

"We can't get the tractor into the fields and it is very stressful for the family. We're not looking for trouble, just to carry on as we always have. Do we have a legal right of way?"

Injured workers often discover that public projects come with a different set of rules, leading to confusion over claims and essential benefits.

The Trump administration's abrupt reversal on student visa cancellations highlights the chaotic nature of immigration policies and the significant impact on international students' lives.

Cecilia Reyes' "Locked Out" investigation highlighted illegal evictions across America, uncovering police inaction and little tenant recourse, critical revelations on landlord impunity.

Judge William S Sessions concluded that Rumeysa Ozturk's detention violated her free speech and due process rights, indicating significant evidence support from her claims.

The president is abusing the powers of his office to wield the might of the executive branch in retaliation against organizations and people that he dislikes. Nothing in our constitution or laws grants a president such power; to the contrary, the specific provisions and overall design of our constitution were adopted in large measure to ensure that presidents cannot exercise arbitrary, absolute power in the way that the president seeks to do in these executive orders.

Venezuelans with legal status are unlawfully arrested by federal authorities despite protections, facing detention contrary to the law that prohibits such actions.

The lawsuit highlights a concerning trend where legal firms representing opposing political views face backlash, including losing security clearances and government contracts.

The Supreme Court’s decision in Medina v. Planned Parenthood could determine whether Medicaid patients can enforce their right to choose any qualified provider, impacting access to family planning services.

"Nerdy" legal bloggers did not take Trump's threats on the chin. They encouraged lawyers to unite against it, documenting everything and ensuring security against potential federal actions.