How do I open an escrow account in which to deposit my rent while I work out a disagreement with my landlord ?

It will very much depend on the nature of the repairs that are needed. If they affect the health or safety of the occupants, that is typically...

What are my rights i rent.

Changed to landlord/tenant. Some of this depends on your lease agreement. For instance, does it prohibit smoking on the premises? Even if not, this...

Can the landlord terminate tenancy at will for default on utilities and if so HOW do we go about that?

Typically the landlord is obligated to pay the water and sewer in Massachusetts unless that is expressly written into the tenancy agreement. And...

Can we legally break our lease?

It sounds like the landlord would be in breach of the lease/rental agreement and also various legal requirements. In Massachusetts, there are...

Check out this article posted on the DMV web site which explains the different aspects of the Massachusetts lemon laws. It depends on whether the...

The answer completely depends on the nature of your business and exactly what type of claims have you concerned. Not all claims against a business...

What course of action do my roommates and I have?

Looks like your landlord is guilty of cross metering and that's a violation. You should speak with an attorney who can guide you through the steps...

Looking for some help getting paid for a contract in the entertainment industry.

My understanding of the AVVO Posting rules is that attorneys cannot solicit your business through this forum. You need to reach out proactively...

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I handle lots of real estate and other transactions, but one thing I would never do is take a single paragraph out of an agreement and give you an...

The security deposit law does not work the way you are describing it. It is a huge trap for landlords when not followed correctly. You should...