Clifford L. Tuttle Jr.’s Answers

It depends upon the amount of the security deposit withheld and the value of the items still in the apartment. Send a letter to the landlord demanding the return of the items in the apartment that you want back -- list as many as you can and state the approximate value. Make sure that your current address is on the letter and envelope. Send once certified and one regular mail with a Postal Service certificate of mailing. Wait for the list of damages from the landlord. If it contains...

It sounds as though the sellers did not convey title, but kept title as security and he signed a promissory note for the purchase price. This situation is similar to a land contract, which can bring about a lot of trouble for either party. In the case of the buyer, there is a danger that the property will be liened, possibly for a debt that has nothing to do with the property. Your son should want to get title as soon as possible. But don't forget to search the title before concluding the...

The police are likely to tell you that it is a domestic matter. You can sue her for conversion. If the value of the goods converted is under $8,000, you can bring it at the magistrate's office. If it is over $8,000 in value, you must bring it in Common Pleas Court. I recommend that you hire a lawyer, since this matter is likely to be a screaming match if you don't have a buffer between the two of you. Your personal involvement will get the better of you. Clifford L Tuttle, Jr...

I think you mean that you signed the lease in April this year. Unless the lease has some unusual provision (which I think you would know about) the LL is bound by the terms of the lease. If he returns the check, be sure to tender payment of the correct amount every month, with proof that you attempted to pay. Write a letter, send it certified, stating your position. Clifford L Tuttle, Jr Attorney at Law Pittsburgh, PA

If you are asking whether the "mortgage company" has liability to her, the mere fact that she "thought" that the taxes were being paid from an escrow fund is not going to be enough. Do the documents she has from closing indicate that an escrow was established to pay taxes? Did she pay the required amount into escrow? How long ago was the sale? If it was last September, it is too late to appeal. However, if it was a special sale, held recently, an appeal may be possible. I agree, she...

You need to be represented personally to protect your interests in this matter. Even if your siblings have counsel, you have a potential conflict of interest and what they do could harm you. Clifford L. Tuttle, Jr Attorney at Law 412-561-6303

Yes the landlord can restrict number of tenants by putting the restriction in the lease. I think you may be well served to find another place to rent. If you force your way it will only buy you more trouble.

The answer is in the lease. Assuming you are not delinquent in rent and the lease has not expired or otherwise is on a month to month basis, you are entitled to continue to the end of the term. Be careful, though. He may try to lock you out. Clifford L. Tuttle, Jr. Attorney at Law Pittsburgh, PA

Short sales are very frustrating. Banks can back out at the last minute, too. Suing under the contract may not force the sale because the bank has the right to accept the final numbers. Ask your agent to try to find out what is going on before you sue.

I agree with the previous answer. Grocery stores usually do not have full-time professional security people. This sounds like a manager or employee playing detective. It suspect that he was trying to identify an unknown person seen on a security tape and thought you were the person. Such tapes are not very good quality and it could be someone else who looks like you. Don't shop there anymore. If you are visited by the police, I suggest you inquire politely why they are there and if they...