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Legal
Gwen Case

Is It Legal to Record a Police Officer?

Whether the police are contacting you or you're witnessing a police encounter as a bystander, you may have questions about when you can record police. In most cases, you do have a right to record interactions with police.

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Home Improvement
Kaia Koglin

What Is Hard Water?

This article provides an overview of what hard water is. It includes information about different levels of hardness, why it's a problem and possible solutions.

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Medical
Leigh A. Morgan

What Is Dry Socket?

Extraction is fairly simple, but there are a few potential complications, including dry socket. Before you have a tooth pulled, find out what dry socket is and learn how to avoid it.

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Home Improvement
Rowan Guthrie

How Long Does Food Keep in a Fridge or Freezer During a Power Outage?

Sooo ... the power went out. Here's how long your food will keep in the fridge and freezer.

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Home Improvement
Shelley Frost

What Does a Water Heater Pressure Relief Valve Do?

Welcome to the world of water heaters, where a small but mighty hero stands guard: the pressure relief valve. Think of it as the guardian of your hot water tank, making sure it doesn't become a safety risk.

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Home Improvement
Shelley Frost

Why Is My Toilet Overflowing?

Your toilet could be overflowing for any of a number of reasons. We’ll help you get to the bottom of it.

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Legal
Sarah Stasik

Can You Sue For Food Poisoning?

The potential for serious injuries leads some people to wonder whether they can sue for food poisoning.

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Home Improvement
Michael Franco

6 Ways to Soundproof Your Doors

Soundproofing interior and exterior doors can go a long way toward creating a more peaceful and private living space. Here are six ways to get it done.

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