After depositing money on a purchase in a store's "lay-away" program, can the store (days later) change the price of the item?

You have a contract with the store to purchase the wood splitter. The terms of the contract will determine if they can change the price. Review...

Can my landlord keep my $1,000 security deposit for saying our apartment smelled like cigarettes?

You need to review the lease carefully to determine rights and responsibilities. This may be a factual issue concerning whether you violated the...

What do I do to file a lawsuit on tribal police for false arrest?

Your situation is very complicated. Your rights may depend on whether you are a tribe. There are also issues concerning sovereignty assuming the...

Can I start an LLc or a corp even though am in collection?

Being in "collection" does not prevent you from forming a business entity such as a corporation or LLC. However, forming a business entity does...

How old must a child be to be able to work without parental consent

In general I would say a person must be an adult to work without a parents consent. ND law requires a minor to have a certificate of employment...

Can an annuity, which has a beneficiary named, be included in a Will? Does it supercede a named beneficiary?

It is difficult to answer your question with the information that you have provided. I would strongly recommend that you have the situation...

Can I be charged with check fraud for nonpayment of a payday loan?

You need to consult with an attorney who handles unfair debt collection practice cases. Based on the information you have provided I believe the...

I was terminated for a reason that is not true. Is there anything I can do for compensation?

You should consult with an attorney immediately. You may be able to request a new hearing where you could present additional evidence on your...

You do not provide enough information to answer your question. Also it is unclear whether you are asking to terminate a lease signed with the...

What state lemon law do I abide by.

It appears that you should be able to proceed under the ND law as the remedy is based on the manufacturer's warranty and the inability of the...