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Can I sue a home invader?
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Answered on August 27, 2012
Yes, you can definitely sue him if you'd like.
Can landlord charge me extra rent (30% increase) for a live-in nanny, and demand that she be added to the lease?
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Answered on August 27, 2012
We can't answer without reading the lease.
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Is it common practice that my lawyer doesn't respond to my calls or get beakc to me for two-three weeks
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Answered on August 27, 2012
No; you should get faster responses than that. This is especially the case if you need to get a preliminary injunction of some type.
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I retained my lawyer based on his exp. Then, he brought his son (5 yr exp) to visit the disputed property and boublebilled me
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Answered on August 27, 2012
You shouldn't be billed for the son's time without clear notice in advance.
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Is there any legal protection in an at-will work environment for employees who experience a hostile work environment?
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Answered on August 27, 2012
Employers may not create a hostile work environment. This prohibition applies to at-will employees. However, it can be quite difficult to prove.
Does becoming pregnant after signing a lease violate that lease?
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Answered on August 27, 2012
You don't have to move out. The landlord will have to remediate if you stay, unless they can get a temporary exemption. For example, if there is...
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If I have mold in my apartment do I still have to pay rent if my landlord is not correcting the problem? Also lead with kids?
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Answered on August 27, 2012
First, protect your children and yourself; lead poisoning can be fatal.
Second, contact the local board of health and request an inspection.
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Is a town bylaw to limit a business to only be open 18 day a year legal?
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Answered on August 27, 2012
It depends on the wording of the law.
In many cases, flea markets are given special exemptions from the normal business rules. For example, a...
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In Massachusetts, to which court do I file papers to dissolve a joint tenancy of an account in stock holdings?
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Answered on August 25, 2012
This question isn't clear. Can you be more specific?
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I am currently suing an attorney for mal practice. I'm hoping to win but there's always a chance that I won't. That means that
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Answered on August 25, 2012
You may or may not be able to protect the money; we don't know the details. I suggest you contact an attorney for help.
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