legal battles

My husband cleaned out our joint account when he gave expensive gifts to his family. Now that I’m divorcing him, he refuses to reimburse me. What now?

If a spouse has almost emptied your joint bank account on the eve of divorce proceedings, you need to review strategies to protect your finances and restore some fairness.
September 3, 2025 J.D. Blackwell

I was set to receive a $200K inheritance, but my family’s still fighting over the will and legal costs are eating away the estate’s value. What now?

If you and your family members are bogged down in an acrimonious legal battle over an inheritance, you need to examine your options and plan your next steps wisely.
September 1, 2025 Marlon Wright

My brother used our dad’s dementia to transfer the house into his name. Can I undo this?

When a family member exploits an aging parent's cognitive decline for financial gain, it raises serious legal and ethical concerns. This guide will walk you through the key things to consider, actions to take, and legal angles to explore if something like this happens in your family.
August 11, 2025 Jesse Singer

My roommate won $100K on a scratch ticket, then moved out without paying last month’s rent. Do I have any legal way to get my money back?

It's understandable to be frustrated, even furious, when a roommate disappears without paying their share of the rent. We look at what options you still have left.
June 27, 2025 Miles Brucker

My cousin asked to crash on my couch temporarily. Now it’s three months later, and he’s claiming tenant rights. How do I get rid of him?

Letting a relative stay temporarily might seem like a simple favor, but your guest could be hard to get rid of if you’re not careful. We look at the right way and the wrong way to handle the situation.
June 24, 2025 Carl Wyndham