Is it legal for the landlords to shutoff our gas when we still live there with kids and we paid for gas for the house for 2 yrs?

The landlord has to have separately metered utilities so if you have been paying for the other units in the home then the Landlord has a big...

What are my options? Do I have a chance at fighting this case?

My guess is that she had a 6 month exclusive listing agreement. You should check on the contract terms. It would be important to know if she ever...

There is no such thing as an age for the "right of refusal." Massachusetts bases all custody issues on the best interest of the child. That means...

Do you have any advice how to proceed in my case ...slip fall... against the city

Massachusetts General Laws, chapter 258, section 1, et seq sets out the law for claims against municipalities. There is a $100,000 tort claims act...

Can I take legal action on the owners of a house I rented that had mold

The biggest challenge is proving that any mold exposure you had is tied to any medical condition you have. Since the home has been demolished it...

Rent withholding is usually only acceptable where it affects habitability of the dwelling. Potholes, unless they create a dangerous condition...

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Is Jane smith legally entitled to this house as well?

Many people confuse a mortgage and deed. First - a deed is the ONLY document that gives someone a legal interest in property. As the other...

Question on divorce and child support

Attorney Callahan is correct. Retroactive support to the date she left is not likely - only from the date she filed. You certainly have an offset...

Questions about warning of lease violation

I have no idea what your problem is? What realty company? What Lease violation?

Can I file / get an order for separate support without a lawyer?

One thing to consider is whether your spouse has money to pay for your legal representation. If he can afford support then there may be money to...