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My landlord did not file a required landlord filing statement as per the township. Is this a cause for me to break lease?
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Answered on November 16, 2013
I agree with Ms. Rothbart. Even if the lack of registration came before a judge, the judge could postpone the trial to allow the landlord to...
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We have been complaining about noise violations since June of this year and nothing has been done.
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Answered on November 14, 2013
My colleague's advice is good. If the construction is being conducted by the same entity which owns your buiiding; in other words your landlord,...
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Is this rent increase of 62% Unconscionable (925 to $1,500)?
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Answered on November 13, 2013
I believe it is unconscionable. The fact that the new rent is market rent in the area is not necessarily the controlling factor. In addition, the...
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I need to sue my landlord. What do I need to prove my case?
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Answered on November 12, 2013
If your version of the dispute is true you should sue for the return of the security deposit. You really have nothing to lose but a day in court. A...
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How do I remove people from a Mother .daughter house?
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Answered on November 12, 2013
First, you must detremine whether your house is zoned as a one or two family residence, since you call it a "mother/daughter". If it is a two...
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Can I sue for return security deposit.
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Answered on November 11, 2013
I agree with Mr. Bradbury. In addition, if you are successful, you may be able to obtain an award of counsel fees from your landlord if she is...
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Does NJ allow me to deduct my ex-wife's bills in my name from her alimony
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Answered on November 11, 2013
Assuming you have one, you should read your marital settlement agreement again to determine how these issues were resolved in the agreement....
I live in Cedar Grove, NJ,. I have an MICE INFESTATION, mentioned to super nothing has happened. Can I withhold my rent?
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Answered on October 30, 2013
You can withhold your rent after you provide written notice to the landlord of the issue and give the landlord a reasonable amont of time to cure...
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Can we file a notice to cease on the fl1 tenant who has been banging on the ceiling to the fl2 tenant who has kids and is scared
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Answered on October 28, 2013
You CANNOT just give her notice to vacate. You describe the premises as a four family home. You do not say whether you live there; however, even if...
Is it illegal to rent a house in New Jersey with-out having insulation at all through-out the house?
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Answered on October 28, 2013
The landlord cannot shift responsibiltiy for repairs to you unless your lease says that you are reponsible for all repairs. If your lease does not...