I know of no specific statute, although the tenant cannot be required to pay rent on an apartment prior to agreeing to rent it. In the absence...

In response to a Motion, the judge hand wrote following "see T.O. per step." What does it mean?

I think "T.O." is Temporary Order; "Step" might actually be "Stip" for stipulation?? Check the temporary order, which may have included a...

Larceny under 250

With larceny less than $250, a judge may not appoint a public defender. From your description, you appear to be of student age, and live in a...

Is he doing this on his own, or does he have a lawyer? I assume TN has an analogue to Mass.R.Civ.P. 11, which requires a lawyer to have a...

Can I refuse to have my apartment windows deleaded by landlord?

You should inquire as to whether the lead abatement people are licensed. I assume you mean the interior sashes and sills. Ask the management...

I am on pretrial probation for violating a restraining order. Got arrested for being with someone shoplifting . Jail time?

Breath easy. No jail. If, and this is a big if, your arrest for shoplifting is considered a violation of your pre-trial probation, it will merely...

What is the land lord responsibility with tenant if the building catches on fire?

Landlord is required to have $750.00 in relocation insurance. Landlord should refund any rent paid for July on a pro-rata basis and refund last...

What is my marital status after a no contact order? I need this to complete my FAFSA. and I am not sure if I'm separated/married

Separated. MA has no "official" separation laws, except that, rather than a divorce, you can file a complaint for "Separate Support", which is ...

The deed for our new property contains conservation conditions. Turns out, our property is not subject to any such conditions.

I don't entirely agree with the previous answer. I do agree that you should bite the bullet and consult a real estate or title attorney. My...

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Settlements?

Probably 70% of my MVA personal injury cases settle prior to suit. Probably 75% of my cases which do go to suit settle prior to trial. Another...