Unless otherwise required by the lease, the LL must provide the fuel for the heat and in all events is required to maintain the premises in a...

Does the landlord have the right to live in my apartment? he harrasses me,,,uses my things,,turns the heat off,,etc.

I agree with Attorney McPhail. If you are a tenant, you have right to exclusive possession of the premises free from interference from the...

Lease changes via e-mail

I agree with the prior answer. Typically, a lease can be modified or extended only in writing. Therefore, unless the Landlord accepts the terms...

The company I worked for went out of business owing me money for two weeks of pay and management fees.

Massachusetts has a Wage law which prevents employers from improperly withholding wages. The officers and directors can be held personally...

Typically, an injunction is served by a sheriff, or with the court's permission, by a constable. If an injuction is obtained "ex parte" (with only...

My landlord sent my wife and me a "Notice to Quit" requiring we move by end of February 2013. Does the law require us to SIGN?

To the extent your question is asking whether you are required to sign a notice to quit terminating a tenancy at will, the answer is no. By law, a...

Are Massachusetts tenants at will who received notice to quit REQUIRED BY LAW TO "SIGN" this notice?

I agree with the answers already provided. There is no legal or procedural requirement for you to sign any notice to quit or otherwise acknowledge...

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I need to vacate my condo for 3 to 4 days while repairs involving mold are done. What are my rights?

Your LL should be required to credit your rent for the cost of making alternative living arrangements during the period of the repairs. If the LL...

How responsible am I for leaving my apartment complex due to infestation of mice and roaches after notifying the management of

In the event the LL attempts to collect any further rent and/or claim that you breached the lease, you have a defense to any such effort and a...

Still have no heat its been about 4 months

Unless your lease provides otherwise, your Landlord has a duty to provide the fuel/gas for heat. I would recommend notifying the local government...