Unless the defect rises to the level of a habitability issue the is not much that you can do to compel the landlord to fix it. If the health...

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Will it matter?

This question is very fact sensitive and should be answered by your litigation counsel, if you have one, since that person is more informed about...

Can I take action against apartment management who keeps pushing out the move in date than what was there in the lease.

You should certainly get a credit against your rent and may be able get a credit for your out-of-pocket expenses. In addition, you may be able to...

How does a buy out work?

Each party would get 1/2 of the net proceeds; so $37,500.00.

We have been taking care of some property attached to ours for 43 years. How can we acquire this property?

I agree with my NJ colleague. Adverse possession is a complex area of law and is extremely fact sensitive. The only way to know if you have...

Would be roommate gave me partial cash payment for last month, but never moved in, should I refund the money?

Depends on whether you two had an agreement to share the rent. Would you have rented it without her? Do you need her $ to pay the rent? If you...

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What does the court usually rule?

Unless you and your siblings can agree on some type of a buy-out agreement, the court would likely order the property sold on the open market and...

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Can I execute a quit claim deed to be removed from a partition action? Can my garantee receive a check at the sale closing?

This is a much too complicated factual scenario to answer adequately in this type of a forum. I suggest that you consult with an experienced real...

My neighbor and I are abandoning an easement on my property. Can I draw up the document myself? Where can I get a template?

It is not a good idea to try to do this yourself. Template legal forms are dangerous because every case is fact sensitive. I would consult with a...

Do I need a renters lawyer?

I suggest that you contact your landlord and attempt to prove that you have paid your rent and try to postpone the court date. If this is not...