How do I move forward with a lawsuit against a landlord? The building is owned by a lending company.

The first question is what the complaint allege the basis for eviction is? It its non payment, just bring to court peroof of payment. Other...

What should i do about breaking my lease?

While I appreciate your taking care of your granddaughter, that is not a basis to break the lease per se. Talk with your LL and see if he will...

Tenant had multiple violations hense fine , due to neighbour complains about her dogs barking. Tenant hasn't resolve the issue.

This is a violation of the lease. As other counsel has noted, you need to give the tenant notice pursuant to the lease to cease. If the dogs...

Can I get out of my lease if my landlord refuses to handle a mouse infestation?

This requires a plan. I would start by giving notice as required by the lease, typically by certified and first class mail. The letter should...

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Landlord needs to file information subpoena

Ms. Rothbort is correct. This is one of the many issues LL's face. I would suggest several things to obviate the need for an information...

Can a landlord collect a 1.5 security deposit, and in addition, a non-refundable pet fee of @ $500.?

Yes. It is not a security deposit. Its paid and there is no anticipation of getting it back.

Trespassing

Whether or not the personal property is abandoned is not relevant, as far as a trespass is concerned. Trespass is a disorderly persons offense in...

Eviction and non-payment of rent

You are entitled to the money and can get judgment. Collecting on the judgment can be difficult, depending on how sophisticated the defendant is. ...

Got caught shoplifting at Target, now what?

Target can ban you from its stores. NJ has a statute that allows vendors to get a civil penalty against people caught shoplifting. The penalty...

In NJ do you have to renew a residential home lease with a tenant when the lease expires? Tenants are in the process of divorce

In New Jersey tenants are tenants for as long as they want. They do have to comply with the Anti Eviction act. Your question seems to show...