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I did not receive my full security deposit after leaving my apartment last month. They deducted the cost to "replace" the carpet
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Answered on July 04, 2013
Unless you think your landlords are about to go bankrupt, it's usually best to wait until about 40 days after the end of the tenancy. Then you can...
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Good morning,
I am just wondering if a company who you work for as a consultant, deduct money you owe them
without approval.
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Answered on July 04, 2013
If you are properly an independent contractor then it would be governed by your contract. It might or might not be legal.
However, that may not...
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If a Bank Account is in default can the account be closed? If the Bank continues to accept fraudulent charges who is at fault?
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Answered on July 04, 2013
Get an attorney ASAP.
Technically you cannot be liable for a fraudulent transfer. However, many people get in trouble because they do not meet...
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If there are several Liens on our house for several tax years, can each year be removed once that year is paid.
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Answered on July 04, 2013
Yes, but as a practical matter it won't make much of a difference. From a title perspective a lien is a lien: if you owe the town $20,000 it's the...
What happens to my stuff if I'm evicted from my apartment?
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Answered on July 04, 2013
Since the landlord has to front the money for the sheriff and the storage fees, a smart landlord will give you some cash to move your things to...
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Do I still have rights over the property and can I still collect my tenant's rent?
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Answered on July 04, 2013
These issues can be complex in bankruptcy. For example, the rent may be assignable to the trustee.
You should not do anything without...
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We are being evicted, and need to file an 'answer' to our court summons.
I found the form online, and have it filled out.
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Answered on July 04, 2013
You can mail it--certified is best.
How do I stop an eviction after being served the 7 day notice by the sheriff?
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Answered on July 04, 2013
You should call a landlord/tenant attorney.
You may be able to stop the eviction. You may also have a counterclaim against the landlord, if he...
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I need to have a mortgage modification. After filling out a quick questionnaire, on line, one law firm called me from Utah.
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Answered on July 04, 2013
Don't do it; it is almost certainly a scam.
I got a court summons for an arraignment and I don't even know what I did?
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Answered on July 04, 2013
Get a lawyer ASAP. You really need to get one BEFORE the arraignment, as it will look bad on your record if you are arraigned.
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