Can my landlord take money out of my security deposit for a clogged drain?
Probably not. A clogged drain is often an ordinary part of apartment use.
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Probably not. A clogged drain is often an ordinary part of apartment use.
As noted, leaving your wife off means there may not be a judgment against your wife, but it does not remove the judgment against you.
A lease is a binding contract, and you cannot automatically break it. If you want to try, talk to an attorney.
Yes, in theory. For example "ordering the shipping company that we use to stop working with us, otherwise they (supermarket) will brake agreement...
Let's be realistic: From their perspective, you basically stole the car. You're not making payments; you ran from the repossession; you ripped off...
If your terms of release allow it, you can leave. If you are not sure, ask your attorney. If you don't have an attorney and are unsure, ask your PO.
You should repost this on a connecticut forum; this isnot a MA issue.
No, that is a horrible idea and could expose you to criminal liability.
Yes, they have to give you a copy. Also, as noted, you may have additional defenses. Talk to a lawyer.
In order, the usual sequence is: 1) Ask. 2) Demand. 3) Have an attorney demand. 4) Sue.