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