With commercial tenancies, so much depends on the lease. Not only are you required to send a notice to quit, your lease may require a notice of...

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Where does a person go if they feel that the district court made bad decision about a case?

Unfortunately you may be stuck with that decision. A plaintiff who files a claim in small claims court waives their right to appeal the decision....

Tenant at will

Because you are a tenant at will, your current landlord, or the purchaser of the property can terminate the lease with one month's notice. You...

Is it in any way legal for a landlord to enter your apartment w/o your knowledge or consent ?

A Massachusetts landlord can enter an apartment at reasonable times and upon reasonable notice for any of the following reasons: to show the...

I moved into my apartment on November 3, 2012. I paid for the apartment from November 1, 2012 including the gas, electric, etc.

I agree with Attorney Callahan. You are obligated to pay for the term of your lease. Look to your lease, or have an experienced landlord/tenant...

I agree with Attorney Vaughn-Martel. We need more facts or a better description of the circumstances. If your lease included parking, your landlord...

Accident

I agree with the previous attorney's answers. Your best course of action should be to meet with a local personal injury attorney who can advise you...

Getting a security deposit back

You should contact a local landlord/tenant attorney to assist you with this matter. Based on the actions of your landlord as you have described...

How do I go about lawfully witholding rent when my landlord is in breach of contract? Laundry isn't installed as per lease

I agree with Attorney Hammarlund. You can't just withhold rent. Massachusetts law has specific requirements about providing notice of your intent...

My sister has been divorced 2.5 years can she remove her name from the deed? Has not lived in house since divorce?

She should contact an attorney immediately. There may be equity in the property that she is entitled to. However, this depends on many factors such...