I SUBLET MY STUDIO TO A STUDENT FOR A FEW MONTHS. THE AGREEMENT WAS THAT I WOULD NEED 30DAY NOTICE PRIOR TO HIM LEAVING SO THAT

I am a bit confused about who had to pay whom, and why. However, it appears that he sued you and won (in small claims court?). If so, there is a...

1099 contractor and how paid

My understanding is that they can't pursue you for a draw if you leave, but a more specialized attorney would probably be a safer bet. You do...

How to collect damages from a car accident, when the at fault drivers insurance refuses the claim because their client lied?

No upper limit for damages arising from motor vehicle property damage in small claims court in MA. This may be your best bet, as many attorneys...

Landlord continues to knowingly put our life at risk.... Is this negligence? Maybe criminal?

As we discussed when we recently met, you should engage counsel. You (or preferably, your lawyer) may wish to consider seeking a restraining order...

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Security Deposit Interest Rate: Lease states it will be 5% per year, no statement for deposit, Landlord wants to pay actual %.

Since your landlord did not comply with 15B, in that you received no receipt nor notice as to the location of the deposit, you are entitled to its...

Should a debt collector be asking me to prove I don't owe a debt that they claim I owe?

The debt collector must eventually prove the existence and amount of the debt, and that you incurred it. In many cases, the collecting entity is...

Can I sell my rental house if none of the renters are paying and they have a week to week agreement?

I assume you own the entire house, and the word "shared" means that the tenants share it. Yes, you can sell, but if it's infested with non-paying...

Illegal rent withholding: effect on my eviction trial? don't want to stay, counter suing for damages

Withholding rent for substandard conditions is a defense for non-payment, so actually would be a positive in your eviction matter. From what i...

You can't pick your parents, nor can you pick the father of your child, after it is conceived -- the father is the father. For support purposes,...

You certainly can sue; the question is whether you can win or whether it is worth it if you do. Much as you love your dog, it is property and...