The answer lies in your statement about "month to month." They cannot backdate the rent, but they can certainly change it moving forward. There is...

Can a landlord charge me for a year and a half of backdated water bills?

The absence of a written lease means that, absent weirdness, the terms are "whatever the parties agreed on." That would require a court to look at...

Can something be done?

I agree with the other lawyers. Your son was hurt but, thank heaven, not injured in any significant way. The law transforms "hurt" into money on...

Can i create a corporation in the name of my, not yet born, son?

You can name the corporation after your son, as in "Robert Smith III, Inc." (you being Jr.) or "Robert Smith's Son, Inc." But no one can own...

Is there a limit on how much notice can be required for a tenant to notify a landlord they aren't renewing the lease?

I am afraid you have asked the wrong question. If you've already bought the house you need to terminate the lease ASAP so you don't end up paying...

Call your divorce attorney ASAP. These things are *heavily* fact dependent and get customized by your divorce decree. It's worth the money to get...

Can my husband sell a rental property without my signature?

The answer depends on who held title to the property. If your name was on the Deed along with his, then no: he should not have been able to sell it...

A new tenant just moved in. The next week his girlfriend and her child moved in. How fast should I file an eviction notice.

The answer is going to depend heavily on the terms of the lease. I see a large number that would not require the girlfriend to be added.

Is cashing a check a legally binding loan agreement?

You are using terms of art incorrectly, which causes some confusion. Let me clarify. QUESTION #1: Did the aunt loan money to the girl? The...

How do I transfer the deed to my home from my name to a revocable living trust?

This isn't my field and I would not take your case because I'd fear that I lack some piece of essential but subtle knowledge. If I feel that way,...