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I received a demand letter from the Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) in Hawaii, citing a $10,000 civil penalty for allegedly renting a property for less than 30 consecutive days without clear proof of a violation. The DPP threatens to place a lien on my personal property and prevent me from renewing my car tags or driver's license if I don't pay. I have been cleared by two different inspectors previously, and the DPP's evidence is weak, consisting only of an online calendar and ignored ad wording. What steps can I take to challenge this penalty and protect my rights?
June 19th, 2024
A parent of a minor staff member (server) came into my office claiming that I swatted or grabbed her daughter and made 'fat shaming' comments. I honestly cannot recall the incident. What should I do to handle this situation fairly and professionally?
March 1st, 2023
I have ongoing water damage in my rental unit since moving in on 5/01. Servpro, a company that handles water damage and mold issues, has advised that I may need to vacate the premise for a minimum of 3-5 days. I have renters insurance but need guidance on how to follow up with the management company to best protect myself and potentially get maximum compensation.
November 6th, 2023
I have an eBay store where I sell products by dropshipping from AliExpress. My payment account was frozen by a U.S. court due to a copyright infringement claim by Run-Tiger LLC d/b/a Run-Chicken. I have contacted the plaintiff's attorney but have not received a response. What should I do next, and is it possible to resolve this issue without significant legal costs?
August 3rd, 2023
Can I legally spread my husband's ashes in Logan Martin Lake in Pell City, Alabama?
March 24th, 2023
I'm going through a divorce and my husband falsely reported me as deceased to a credit card company to remove me from the account. Is this legal, and what steps should I take?
April 21st, 2024