How can I handle a threatening landlord

Mr. Smollens is correct with respect to that portion of your statement to which he responded. Note that the landlord may not hold his...

Can the landlord enter (break in by cutting the lock) into apartment without tenant's consent or when tenant is absent?

Absent an emergency the answer is no. Tenants who are being violated/trespassed upon like this should call the police when it happens.

Is your building attached to another - a semi-attached property?

I am liable for repairs to my apartment?

Without seeing your lease, none of us can say for sure. it's possible that your lease makes you responsible for repairs - maybe ALL repairs or...

What are the legal rights when it comes to security deposits and landlords ?

Landlords must now return the security deposit within fourteen days with an itemized list of any deductions

Reach out to a local attorney ASAP, click the "find an attorney" link atop this page. There is a short time within which to make a claim. Also,...

If you signed a lease and after six months and never resigned are you obligated to follow the lease guidelines?

Yes, if the lease is silent, then you have a month to month tenancy and you are bound by whatever is in the agreement you signed.

What can I do?

I'm not licensed in your state and you've received good thoughts from attorneys Guriou and Orent, but I want to add that what you're describing is...

Am I able to change my locks without giving my landlord a key/ informing him?

Attorneys Brabender and Messutta offer good answers and I'm not even licensed in your state but I want to add some practical advice. Without...

Is it possible to hire a lawyer after you’ve had your court hearing and got denied or found guilty; for another court hearing?

When you say "ticket(s)" does that mean you're talking about the Traffic Violations Bureau? You have to pay tickets before you can file an appeal....