I live in an apartment in Lynn, Ma. When I signed the lease we specifically asked the landlord if there was a bug issue....

If there is a provable infestation of insects/rodents/etc, it is within reason to break the lease and seek restitution of rent paid. In order to...

Going out of business and bankruptcy are two different things. If they have simply closed the business, you may sue them. Whether or not any...

Those my landlord have the right to go in my apt or in our room when u not home?

The answer is generally no, your LL cannot enter your apartment without notice and only for certain emergencies and/or to make repairs. Your...

Had to move short notice from apartment and couldn't properly clean up the unwanted stuff out, will I be in trouble?

If you were unable to restore the apartment to reasonable, broom cleaned condition, there is not likely to be much difficultly with the landlord. ...

Mediation process with a Christian organization, my husband and my employer of 30 years, about the past sexual exploitation.

I agree with Attorney Kremer, mediation can only be done if both parties agree. Moreover, it is not clear what specific dispute would fall within...

Within the past few months my apartment has been broken into twice. What rights do I have?

I agree with my colleagues. Notify your LL in writing immediately of the problems and the lack of security. Advise them that if the repairs are...

As a landlord of a commercial(non-residential) building, am I allowed to cut the power to a tenant who doesn't pay rent?

I agree with my colleagues. Do not stop any utilities or otherwise engage in self-help. Rather, give notice and evict your tenant for breach of...

I lend my my name to boyfriend to buy a car with (i have good credit). We do not live together, Is it legal if I keep the car?

It all depends on whether you have title to the car. If your name is on title, you can keep or sell car. At most, your boyfriend has a claim for...

Not married,,,,,,just asking

I agree with Attorney Kremer, the fundamental question is who's name is on the title to the car and/or any loan that was taken in connection with...

My co-tenant on a one year lease agreement we signed has chosen to move out after losing their job.

If your LL allows the co-tenant to leave and releases them from their lease obligation you would be the sole tenant. As long as you are willing to...