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Preston Hall Oughton

Jacksonville Foreclosure Attorney.

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  1. Can I sue a clinic for sending a not billing invoice to collection...?

    Answered 2 months ago.

    1. Angelo Marino Jr.
    2. Preston Hall Oughton
    3. Dorothy G Bunce
    3 attorney answers

    I agree with my colleagues. Send a certified letterrequesting a verification of the debt. Contest the debt with the credit bureaus this debt was reported to. This response does not create an attorney-client relationship. Unless you are already a client of the Law Office of Preston H. Oughton, pursuant to an executed fee agreement, you should not use, interpret, or rely on this response as legal advice or opinion. Do not act on any information in this response without seeking legal advice....

  2. How much notice to vacate is a landlord supposed to give a tenant in Florida.

    Answered 2 months ago.

    1. Barry A. Stein
    2. Alan Smith
    3. Preston Hall Oughton
    3 attorney answers

    The Lease will govern the relationship between the landlord and tenant. Most lease agreements will outline what happens when the landlord needs the tenant to vacate. Generally, landlords are not allowed to require tenants to move to another location, but it may be that the landlord would be willing to work out a deal to cover the cost of movers. The notice requirement for a month-to-month agreement is 15 days. I recommend you talk with an attorney about your situation. This response does...

  3. I was told to keep my Feb rent and look for a place to move. I am still looking but did pay March rent in full. Can they evict?

    Answered 2 months ago.

    1. Edward J. Fucillo
    2. Alan Smith
    3. Preston Hall Oughton
    3 attorney answers

    The Lease will govern the relationship between the landlord and tenant. Most lease agreements will outline what happens when the landlord needs the tenant to relocate. Generally, landlords are not allowed to require tenants to move to another location without providing the proper notification. If you have been experiencing plumbing issues, requested repairs and those repairs are not made, then you have rights under Florida Law regarding reimbursement to rent and damages. I recommend you talk...

  4. We have a USDA loan , we have not made payments in one year . they have taken our tax refund , is there any way to stop them

    Answered 2 months ago.

    1. Preston Hall Oughton
    2. Dorothy G Bunce
    2 attorney answers

    The loan documents will govern the relationship between the lender andborrower. Generally, a lender my seek and judgment against the borrower and then garnish wages/accounts as a result of that judgment. They would not be allowed to garnish from a non-borrower. I think there is more to this story. I recommend you talk with an attorney about your situation and be prepared to show them the USDA loan documents. This response does not create an attorney-client relationship. Unless you are...

  5. How long is a judgement enforcible in Florida? How many years

    Answered 2 months ago.

    1. Sergio Cabanas
    2. Preston Hall Oughton
    3. Jeffrey Sean Fraser
    3 attorney answers

    I agree. A judgment can be valid for up to 20 years. This response does not create an attorney-client relationship. Unless you are already a client of the Law Office of Preston H. Oughton, pursuant to an executed fee agreement, you should not use, interpret, or rely on this response as legal advice or opinion. Do not act on any information in this response without seeking legal advice. Preston H. Oughton poughton@oughtonlaw.com (904) 854-6336.

  6. Is it legal in Florida for my landlord to increase my rent by 16% because he had to replace the air conditioning unit?

    Answered 2 months ago.

    1. Edward J. Fucillo
    2. Preston Hall Oughton
    2 attorney answers

    I agree with my colleague. A Lease will govern the relationship between the landlord and tenant. Most month-to-month lease agreements allow the landlord to increase the rent with proper notice. This response does not create an attorney-client relationship. Unless you are already a client of the Law Office of Preston H. Oughton, pursuant to an executed fee agreement, you should not use, interpret, or rely on this response as legal advice or opinion. Do not act on any information in this...

  7. Tax implications of foreclosed rental property where my name is on the deed (quit claim during divorce) but not on mortgage?

    Answered 2 months ago.

    1. Bruce Givner
    2. Alicia Simone James
    3. Preston Hall Oughton
    3 attorney answers

    I agree with my colleagues. Avoid the tax audit. This response does not create an attorney-client relationship. Unless you are already a client of the Law Office of Preston H. Oughton, pursuant to an executed fee agreement, you should not use, interpret, or rely on this response as legal advice or opinion. Do not act on any information in this response without seeking legal advice. Preston H. Oughton poughton@oughtonlaw.com (904) 854-6336.

  8. My boyfriend & I have lived in this efficiency for 10 years need answers.

    Answered 2 months ago.

    1. Jeffrey B. Lampert
    2. Preston Hall Oughton
    3. Leonore M. Greller
    3 attorney answers

    The Lease will govern the relationship between the landlord and tenant. Most lease agreements will outline what happens when the landlord is in breach. Generally, the Florida statutes provide rules when no lease exists. I recommend you talk with an attorney about your situation. This response does not create an attorney-client relationship. Unless you are already a client of the Law Office of Preston H. Oughton, pursuant to an executed fee agreement, you should not use, interpret, or rely...

  9. In condo by laws it says,no unit owner shall make or permit any disturbing noises in the bldg by any person

    Answered 2 months ago.

    1. Barbara Billiot Stage
    2. Carol Anne Johnson
    3. Preston Hall Oughton
    3 attorney answers

    The Covenants and Restrictions will govern the relationship between the association and unit owners. Generally, unit owners must obey city ordinances regarding noises, but the Covenants and Restictions may have more stringent rules about noise. I recommend you talk with an attorney about your situation. This response does not create an attorney-client relationship. Unless you are already a client of the Law Office of Preston H. Oughton, pursuant to an executed fee agreement, you should not...

  10. Can my ex wife bill me for the repairs she has done to my home? She never consulted with me nor asked to do this things.

    Answered 2 months ago.

    1. Rixon Charles Rafter III
    2. Preston Hall Oughton
    2 attorney answers

    You have numerous issuues. Seek advice from a family law attorney. This response does not create an attorney-client relationship. Unless you are already a client of the Law Office of Preston H. Oughton, pursuant to an executed fee agreement, you should not use, interpret, or rely on this response as legal advice or opinion. Do not act on any information in this response without seeking legal advice. Preston H. Oughton poughton@oughtonlaw.com (904) 854-6336.

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