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How to change your name and gender marker in Maine
Featured Content May 2025
This is a guide for adults in the state of Maine who want to change their legal name and/or gender marker. This guide is especially written for trans or gender non-conforming people - but can be used…
Divorce, Custody, & Family Name & Gender Marker Change

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Lead Paint in Maine – Know the risks, know your rights
Featured Content March 2025
The state of Maine has a lot of older homes, and unfortunately that means we also have a lot of lead paint. This article covers what you and your family should know about lead: the risks, your rights…
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A Guide for Parents in Maine: How can I protect my children when I can’t care for them myself? 
Featured Content March 2025
This guide is for parents in the state of Maine who need someone else to take care of their children if they cannot. You might need someone to take care of your children if you know you’ll be unable…
Divorce, Custody, & Family Guardianship & Adoption

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What should I know before buying a used car in Maine?
Featured Content January 2025
Cars are getting more expensive all the time – buying a car may be one of the biggest financial decisions you have to make. Know your rights and some information about the car-buying process before…
Money, Taxes, & Debt

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Protection from Abuse in Maine: First Steps & Frequently Asked Questions
Featured Content January 2025
This article explains the first steps in the process of getting a Protection from Abuse Order (often called a 'PFA') in the state of Maine. It also lists many resources where survivors can get help…
Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, & Abuse

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Debt Collection in the Maine Courts
Featured Content January 2025
If you owe someone money, they can try to collect it from you by taking you to court. This guide will help you understand the court process and the rights you have. You are the debtor. The person who…
Money, Taxes, & Debt Debt Collection & Repossession Going to Court

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Maine Court Fee Waivers
Featured Content November 2024
What is an Application to Proceed Without Payment of Fees? The Courts in Maine don't want to stop you from going to court just because you cannot afford to pay the court fees.
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Rights of Maine Renters: Eviction
Featured Content August 2024
Can my landlord turn off my utilities or change the locks on my door or kick me out without going to court? No. It is illegal for your landlord to throw you out by force. Your landlord must get a…
Rental Housing Your Rights as a Tenant Eviction

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Farmworker Rights - The Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act
Featured Content July 2024
General Farmworker Rights There is a law in the United States called the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act.
Farmworkers, Work, & School Farmworkers

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Family Military Leave
Featured Content July 2024
Maine law allows you to take unpaid leave from work when one of your family members is deployed.  Here are the requirements:
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What you need to know before you go to court in Maine
Featured Content July 2024
Going to court on your own can be scary, but there are many resources to help you get ready. This article is written for two of the most common kinds of court cases in Maine: -Small claims -Eviction
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Child Abuse and Neglect in Maine: DHHS Substantiation and Indication
Featured Content July 2024
About DHHS and Child Abuse and Neglect DHHS Child Protective Services investigates reports of child abuse. There are 5 different things that DHHS can do:
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Sexual Harassment: Your Fair Housing Rights
Featured Content July 2024
Is sexual harassment covered under the Maine Human Rights Act? The Maine Human Rights Act bans harassment based on:
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Rights of Maine Renters: Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking
Featured Content July 2024
Sometimes landlords react to sexual assault, domestic violence and stalking by taking action against the victim. There are state and federal laws that can help if this happens to you.
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Land Installment Contracts, Options to Buy, and Rent-to-Own Agreements in Maine
Featured Content July 2024
Introduction  Understanding the kind of purchase agreement you have when you are trying to buy land or a home is very important.
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What Can I Do if My Landlord is Trying to Evict Me?
Featured Content June 2024
Decide what you want to do. If you do not want to stay, but you need more time to move, call your landlord or the landlord’s attorney to see if you can settle the case. Your landlord must take…
Rental Housing Eviction

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Home Mortgage Foreclosures
May 2025
Where can I get help? If you are facing threat of foreclosure of your home, try to get a lawyer. Here are some possible legal resources: You need Flash player 8+ and JavaScript enabled to view this…
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Farmworker Rights - Minimum Wage
April 2025
Last updated: April, 2025
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Farmworker Rights - General Protections
April 2025
Read this page to learn about laws that protect farmworkers, information about where to get legal help, and information about workers’ compensation, minimum wage, and federal farmworker protections.
Farmworkers, Work, & School Farmworkers

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Unemployed Worker Benefits
April 2025
This information tells you about some of the benefits you may be able to get if you lose your job. It includes only benefits which are administered by the Maine Department of Labor.
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How to Handle Social Security Overpayments
April 2025
If the Social Security Administration (SSA) finds that you have gotten too much money in your Social Security benefit, they will send you a Notice of Overpayment. Social Security overpayments can…
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Rights of Maine Renters: Paying Rent
March 2025
Important Resources to Prevent Eviction Getting evicted? Worried you might be soon?
Rental Housing Your Rights as a Tenant

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Portland Maine Landlord Tenant Rules
February 2025
Important Resources to Prevent Eviction Getting evicted? Worried you might be soon?
Rental Housing Your Rights as a Tenant Eviction Housing Discrimination

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What is happening with immigration enforcement and Maine schools? Update from KIDSLegal
February 2025
Many parents and guardians are feeling scared by recent news about changes to the laws about immigration officials in schools and you may have concerns about sending your children to school. This…
Farmworkers, Work, & School Children's Rights at School

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Protection from Abuse in Maine: Getting Ready for Your Hearing & Next Steps
January 2025
Many Protection from Abuse cases are handled without a lawyer. If you believe that the other side will have a lawyer, or if there are complicated issues involved in your case, you may be better off…
Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, & Abuse

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Rights of Maine Renters: Unsafe or Unfit Housing
January 2025
Maine law gives tenants an "implied warranty of habitability." This means that your landlord must promise that your home is safe and fit to live in.
Rental Housing Your Rights as a Tenant Unsafe Housing & Lead Paint

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How do I get heating assistance in Maine?
January 2025
Statewide Help The federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides assistance to low-income households for their energy bills.
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Powers of Attorney in Maine
December 2024
What is a Power of Attorney? Where can I learn more about Powers of Attorney in Maine?
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Healthcare Resources for Maine Children Who Have Experienced Violence
December 2024
How does domestic violence affect children? Violence and trauma can have long-lasting effects on children who witness or experience violent events.
Health & Public Benefits Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, & Abuse Domestic Violence Divorce, Custody, & Family

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I Can't Pay the Taxes on my House: What Can I Do?
December 2024
In Maine, if you cannot pay your tax bill for the property you live on, there is something you can do. Your city or town can decide that you don't have to pay some or all of it. This is called a "…
Money, Taxes, & Debt Property Taxes Homeownership & Foreclosure Property Taxes

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Rights of Maine Renters: Mobile Home Parks
December 2024
Who is protected by the mobile home park laws? This section applies to you if you own your mobile home and rent a lot in a mobile home park. Also, these "Rights of Maine
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Rights of Maine Renters: Tips Before You Rent
December 2024
Are you about to rent a place in Maine? Brush up on your rights, and other things you should know before you rent with our Tips for Tenants in Maine! Here’s Pine Tree Legal’s checklist of questions…
Rental Housing Your Rights as a Tenant

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Divorce and Separation in Maine: Where Can I Get Help?
December 2024
Lists resources for people in Maine who are separating or going through divorce: where to get legal and financial help, and other support services.
Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, & Abuse Domestic Violence Divorce, Custody, & Family Divorce & Parental Rights

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Rights of Maine Renters - How to get your security deposit back and what to do if you don't
November 2024
This article will walk you through the basics of security deposits in Maine, from what you should do before you move in, to what you can do if you don't get your deposit back when you move out. It…
Rental Housing Security Deposits

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Debt collectors are calling me. What can I do?
November 2024
We have drafted three form letters to help you respond to debt collectors.  These letters will not fit all situations, but they address some of the most common issues.
Money, Taxes, & Debt Debt Collection & Repossession

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Calculating Your Child Support in Maine
November 2024
How the Maine courts determine child support amounts.
Divorce, Custody, & Family Child & Spousal Support

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Can the electric company charge me for someone else's debt?
October 2024
Is the electric company trying to charge you for a previous resident’s utility debt? Sometimes when a previous resident owes money to a utility company, the company will contact the current resident…
Rental Housing Heat & Utilities Utilities Homeownership & Foreclosure Heat & Utilities

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Self-Storage Units in Maine FAQ
September 2024
Introduction Many people use self-storage facilities for a variety of reasons. It is important to know your rights when you put your property in a self-storage unit.
Money, Taxes, & Debt

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General Assistance in Maine
September 2024
General assistance (called GA after this) is a program run by every town to help people who don't have enough money to pay their necessary expenses. You may be eligible if your basic living costs are…
Money, Taxes, & Debt Health & Public Benefits General Assistance

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Guide to TANF in Maine
August 2024
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) is a program for low income families with children. It provides cash benefits each month, and may also help you pay high housing costs. TANF is funded…
Health & Public Benefits TANF & ASPIRE

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Guide to SNAP Benefits in Maine
August 2024
Learn about how the Food Supplement Program/SNAP works in Maine, where to apply, who is eligible, and more.
Health & Public Benefits Food Supplements/SNAP

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Derechos del Inquilino: Desalojos
August 2024
Información para inquilinos sobre desalojos de viviendas y recursos para negociar si el dueño de su vivienda intenta desalojarle.

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Xuquuqda Kiraystayaasha Maine: Ka Saarista
August 2024
Xuquuqda Kiraystayaasha Maine: Ka Saarista (Somali) Gogoldhig Maqaalkani waxa uu ka jawaabayaa su'aalaha aadka laisu weydiyo ee kiraystayaasha Maine ay ka qabaan xuquuqdooda. Gobol kastaa wuxuu…
Rental Housing Eviction

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Direitos dos Locatários de Maine: Despejo
August 2024
Direitos dos Locatários de Maine: Despejo (Portuguese) Introdução Esse artigo responde algumas perguntas comuns que locatários no Maine têm sobre seus direitos. Cada estado possui diferentes leis…
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Ntomo ya ba locataire na Maine: Kobima na ndako
August 2024
Ntomo ya ba locataire na Maine: Kobima na ndako (Lingala) Ebandeli Mokanda oyo ezali koyanola mituna mingi bafuti ndako na Maine bazali na yango na makambo matali ntomo na bango.
Rental Housing Eviction

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Dwa lokatè nan eta Maine: Degèpisman
August 2024
Resous Enpòtan pou Evite Degèpisman Yo mande w degèpi? Ou pè yo pral mande w sa byento?
Rental Housing Eviction

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Droits des locataires du Maine: Expulsion
August 2024
Introduction Cet article répond à certaines questions courantes que se posent les locataires de l’état du Maine au sujet de leurs droits.
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Applying for FEMA Assistance and How to Appeal FEMA Assistance Decisions
August 2024
FEMA is a government agency which often provides assistance funds for people affected by severe weather. This article describes the process of applying for FEMA aid, and how to appeal a FEMA decision…
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Transitional Transportation Benefits: When You Leave TANF to Work
August 2024
The Transitional Transportation Program helps working parents pay for transportation for 12 months after they can no longer get TANF because of earnings from a job. If you get PaS benefits, instead…
Health & Public Benefits TANF & ASPIRE

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Food Supplement/SNAP Overpayments: Do I have to repay?
July 2024
What to do if you get a notice of overpayment of SNAP/Food Supplements from DHHS.
Health & Public Benefits Food Supplements/SNAP

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Free and Low Cost Phone Services
July 2024
Introduction  This page covers free and low-cost phone services available to Mainers.
Money, Taxes, & Debt Utilities

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Repaying Federal Student Loans
June 2024
Federal student loans can be intimidating and confusing. In this article we will explain types of federal student loans, repayment plans and situations, and loan discharge and forgiveness programs.
Money, Taxes, & Debt Student Loans Farmworkers, Work, & School Higher Education & Student Loans

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Can I Get a DHHS Child Support Order Set Aside?
June 2024
This information is to help you if you need to change a Department of Health Human Services (DHHS) Child Support Order.
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Student Loans & COVID-19 FAQ
May 2024
Posted and up-to-date on 9/20/2023
Money, Taxes, & Debt Student Loans Farmworkers, Work, & School Higher Education & Student Loans

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What Concerned Adults Can Do to Protect an Endangered Child
April 2024
You can file a Three-Person Petition (also called a Three-Party Petition) in District Court. Under the Maine Child Protection laws, three or more people can file a Child Protection petition, asking…
Divorce, Custody, & Family Child Abuse & Neglect

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Mainers' Legal Rights in a Disaster
April 2024
Last Updated: Friday, February 9, 2024 

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Maine Child Protection: What does DHHS do when they get a complaint of child abuse?
March 2024
This guide is the first in a series about what happens when DHHS gets involved with families.
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How to remove 'revenge porn' or non-consensual pornography
February 2024
Non-consensual pornography, also called revenge porn, is a fast growing area of sexual abuse. A new Maine law makes posting revenge porn illegal. Learn how to protect yourself if you become a victim.
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The Americans with Disabilities Act and the Maine Human Rights Act
January 2024
Two laws in Maine protect people with disabilities. Both laws make it illegal for government agencies to discriminate against people with disabilities. Government agencies must also take steps to…
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Rights of Maine Renters: Discrimination
January 2024
Landlords may not discriminate against you because of your: race, color, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental impairment, religion, ancestry or national origin, getting welfare, being a single…
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Fair Housing: Frequently Asked Questions about Housing Protection for People with Disabilities and Their Families
January 2024
Important Resources to Prevent Eviction Getting evicted? Worried you might be soon?
Rental Housing Your Rights as a Tenant Housing Discrimination

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Can I Get an Assistance Animal if I am a Renter?
September 2023
Who is covered by the “assistance animal” law? The law applies to people with disabilities. Under this law, you have a disability if:
Rental Housing Your Rights as a Tenant Housing Discrimination

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Rights of Maine Renters: Sale or Foreclosure of Building
September 2023
Has the building or home you rent been sold or foreclosed on? You still have rights as a renter!
Rental Housing Your Rights as a Tenant

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Rights of Maine Renters: Types of Rental Agreements
September 2023
The agreement you make with your landlord affects what rights you will have. You may sign a written agreement called a lease. When you rent without a lease, you become a "tenant at will."
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Maine Sexual Assault Resources: Child Sexual Abuse & Normal Child Sexual Behavior
August 2023
How do I know if my child’s sexual behavior is normal or a sign of abuse?  As a caregiver, you may be worried about a child if they start displaying sexualized behaviors.
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Farmworkers and Human Trafficking – Know the signs, know your rights!
July 2023
Are you or do you know someone who is trapped or unable to leave a work situation? You may be victim of human labor trafficking. There are laws to protect workers in these situations. Know the signs…
Farmworkers, Work, & School Farmworkers

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Can a Creditor Put a Lien on My House in Maine?
July 2023
Yes. A person or company you owe money to can put a lien on a home that you own. But there may be something you can do about it. Maine law has some protections for homeowners in this situation.
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Rights of Maine Renters: Subsidized Housing
July 2023
What is "Subsidized Housing?" There are different kinds of subsidized housing. Some are public housing, and some aren't.
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Minor Name Changes in Maine
July 2023
To change your name, or the name of a minor in your care, you will usually need to file a petition with the Probate Court in the county where you live. There are some special procedures for changing…
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Setting Priorities for Paying Your Debts When You Can’t Pay All Your Bills
June 2023
You can't pay all of your bills? How to you decide which ones to pay? The Maine Volunteer Lawyers Project provides this helpful guide.
Money, Taxes, & Debt

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Alternatives to Pension Loans
June 2023
What to watch out for if you are offered a "pension loan" or "pension advancement."
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MaineCare Deductible: How Does it Work?
June 2023
Health & Public Benefits MaineCare

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Free Hospital Care
June 2023
Can I Get Free Care at the Hospital? Yes. All hospitals in Maine must give free care to poor people without health insurance. You have to meet these criteria: Your income is below the guidelines,…
Health & Public Benefits

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The Maine Homestead Exemption: Tax Relief for Maine Homeowners
May 2023
Introduction The Maine Homestead Exemption may lower your property tax bill. It makes it so the town won't count $25,000 of value of your home for property tax purposes.
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Maine State Housing Authority Emergency Rental Assistance Program FAQ
February 2023
Maine State Housing Authority’s Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) Program provided money to help renters pay for rent, electric bills, or other expenses to help avoid homelessness.  Right now, Maine…
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Motels, Hotels and Rooming Houses
December 2022
Important Resources to Prevent Eviction Getting evicted? Worried you might be soon?
Rental Housing Hotels, Motels, & Rooming Houses

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Hoteles, moteles y pensiones
December 2022
Recursos importantes para prevenir el desalojo ¿Van a desalojarlo? ¿Le preocupa que pueda ser desalojado pronto?
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Motel, hoteelo, iyo guryo qolqol ah
December 2022
Wax Yaalaha Muhiimka ah ee looga Hortagayo Guri Ka Saarid Miyaa lagu saarayaa? Ma ka werwersantahay in dhakhsi lagu saari rabo?
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Motéis, Hotéis, e Pensões
December 2022
Recursos Importantes para Evitar o Despejo Sendo despejado? Preocupado que possa ser logo?
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Ba motel, ba hotel mpe ba pension
December 2022
Makambo ya motuya mpo ete babimisa yo na ndako te Bazali kobimisa yo na ndako? Obangi ekomela yo kala te?
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Motèl, otèl, ak kay ki gen plizyè chanm yo lwe
December 2022
Kreyòl Lalwa nan eta Maine plizoumwen klè sou pwoblèm lokatè (li plis sou dwa lokatè nan Maine nan seksyon kote nou pale kesyon lojman lokatif), lwa yo pa fin twò klè sou dwa moun ki rete nan motèl,…
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Motels, hôtels et pensions
December 2022
Motels, hôtels et pensions (French) Êtes-vous en train de vous faire expulser ? Craignez-vous de vous faire bientôt expulser ? Pour en savoir plus sur vos droits en cas d’expulsion, assistez à une…
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النُزُل، والفنادق، والشقق السكنية
December 2022
Motels, Hotels, and Rooming Houses (Arabic) قانون ولاية ماين واضح إلى حد ما بشأن العديد من قضايا المستأجرين (اقرأ المزيد عن حقوق المستأجرين في ماين في قسم الإسكان الإيجاري لدينا)، القوانين أقل وضوحا…
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If You Lose Your Job
December 2022
This is a very general outline of your rights as a worker in Maine. It covers basic questions you might have after losing your job. We also explain how the unemployment benefit system works. You may…
Farmworkers, Work, & School Hiring, Firing & Layoffs

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How Much Heat and Other Basic Utilities Does My Landlord Have to Provide?
December 2022
Important Resources to Prevent Eviction Getting evicted? Worried you might be soon?
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The Tax Consequences of Divorce or Separation
October 2022
Divorce or separation can mean big changes on your taxes. Spousal support, also called alimony, and a name change are just a few things you may need to consider. Here are some tax tips to keep in…
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Preparación de Documentos para Tribunal de Reclamos Menores
October 2022
In English
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Small Claims Document Preparation
October 2022
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Money, Taxes, & Debt Debt Collection & Repossession Going to Court Small Claims

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Income Tax Refunds: Injured Spouse Claims
September 2022
An injured spouse claim can help you get back your part of a tax refund from a joint tax return. It applies where the IRS has intercepted the refund to offset a debt owed by your spouse but not by…
Money, Taxes, & Debt Income Taxes

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Health Care Tax Tips
September 2022
Do you get a health care tax subsidy for health insurance you bought through the "federal marketplace." Learn about your duty to report certain financial changes.
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Do You Owe Money to the IRS?
September 2022
I've just received a "Notice of tax due" letter from the IRS. What is this? The IRS sent you this letter because it believes you have not paid the total amount of taxes that you owe.
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Child Related Tax Credits: Who is a "Qualifying Child?"
September 2022
Why do I need to know who is a "qualifying child?" If you have children, there are some tax credits you might be able to claim.
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Beware: Tax Scams
September 2022
Introduction Tax scams can take many forms. They may be after money, or trying to steal your identity - either way, the more you know, the better you will be able to avoid these scams!
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Maine Protection Orders and Family Matters during COVID-19 FAQ
September 2022
Posted and up-to-date on 9/19/2022
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Power of Attorney for a Child
September 2022
  Get Maine Power of Attorney for a Child form here
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Maine Parentage Act: Who can be a parent?
September 2022
In 2015 Maine updated its laws about families. This law is called the Maine Parentage Act. It took effect on July 1, 2016. “Parentage” is a legal word. It means the legal relationship between a child…
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Maine Zoom Mediation in Family Matters
September 2022
Posted and up-to-date 8/2022
Divorce, Custody, & Family Divorce & Parental Rights Going to Court

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Maine DHHS Support Hearings: What Should I Expect?
September 2022
This page explains how child support collection works in Maine. The law and the process are different in every state.
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Child Support Collection in Maine: What Can DHHS Do to Make Me Pay?
September 2022
This page explains how child support collection works in Maine. The law and the process differ from state to state. Maine has several tools to collect both current and overdue child support. These…
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Pre-Paid Debit Cards: Are They a Good Deal?
August 2022
As with all commercial products, buyer beware! Pre-paid debit cards are often viewed as convenient alternatives to cash and expensive checking accounts. While there may be many advantages to these…
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