Surprisingly, New Jersey law does not automatically require a neighbor to remove a fallen tree, either as a trespass or a nuisance. Liability for...

Can I use text messages as a written contract?

There are several elements to an enforceable written contract. Text messages can satisfy the writing requirement.

Am I wrong in my opinion in believing that there was negligence involved and that I should be allowed to vacate without penalty?

More information is required to answer this question. Do you mean negligence that enabled the break-in or negligence in the four delay in your...

Do I have any remedy to handle this situation?

If you cannot work this out with your landlord, try the Daphne, AL Building Department.

If there is nothing in the lease that says we have to pay to break the lease, can they charge us for that?

What you are describing sounds like damages, not fees. Having to pay the remainder of the lease term is generally for breach of the lease, not in...

What fraud? "Fraud on the court" is for truly egregious conduct against the court. Much more information is necessary to answer this question, and...

If the defendant does not sign for the certified mail, is this still proper service?

I am not an Arizona attorney, but It appears that service is only complete if the receipt is signed and returned.

Is this legal? How do I protect myself? It's not a small amount, it's 2000 extra.

Do not ignore this. If you were served with an unlawful detainer complaint, and you do not respond, the landlord will probably have a default...

Do I owe the full amount, even though he never gave me a bid upfront and I never agreed to any dollar amount?

This is a very fact-specific question and for proper legal advice you would need to go over every detail with a New Mexico attorney. For the amount...

Did she violate the terms of my lease agreement and is the reasonable cause to get out of my lease without paying my 4 month fee

You need a Texas attorney to review your lease. It is possible, even likely, that your landlord did not have good cause to call your emergency...