Do I have a right to sue for defamation or something else for false information provided to prospective employer?

Yes to informart. Likely no to employer requesting the background check. A defamation claim would be against the person making the false...

Defamation of character/slander/wrongfully terminated

The employer can lawfully terminate you if you are an employee at will. But you certainly should consult with an attorney about a defamation...

I was terminated by my employer. The company home office is in CT and I worked in MA.

If you worked in Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Wage Act applies. You would also be entitled to a minimum reporting pay of 3 hours on the last...

The terms of a lease cannot change unless all parties agree to them in writing. There have been many recent cases dealing with fees assessed by...

Can I get this man out with out an attorney?

Although it would be great if you could speak with the tenant (while sober) and have him voluntarily vacate, the best thing to do is to start the...

I filed a 30 day quit notice on March 27. But the notice has only the husband name on it. Is it a problem?

It is always important to make sure that a notice to quit is accurate and lists all tenants. If the tenant were to challenge the notice in court,...