What will happen in eviction precedings in the state of PA, because I can't pay the rent anymore due to no income anymore?

If you plan to live in the Western part of the state, perhaps you can arrange with the management company to surrender the premises voluntarily. ...

We just figured out that the mold in out apartment is causing us health problems. What can we do?

There are many kinds of mold and most are not health hazards. The mere presence of mold is not enough to prove your case. You are going to need...

How can I evict tenant on Section 8. She has lived in apartment for 5 years, lease is up 2/2011.

Well, if you never try to evict her, you'll never know if you can. You may have an uphill battle over the pet, since your past leniency is sure to...

If you give an amount to hold an apartment without a written agreement are you able to get a full refund if you do not move in?

This is what is called a teachable moment. If you have no written agreement to the contrary, what is to keep the LL from keeping the money? If...

Can a landlord change the locks and refuse to let you in before you finished moving and cleaning?

It depends upon the amount of the security deposit withheld and the value of the items still in the apartment. Send a letter to the landlord...

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A contractor put a lien on my house becuase I didn't pay 20% of the amount in the contract

The law in Pennsylvania provides a way for a contractor to place a lien on your property without having a trial first. Most people either pay the...

Smells like an animal has died inside walls of rental house. Who pays for removal?

Write a letter to your landlord and give him a reasonable time (you decide what you think is reasonable) to correct the problem. The landlord has...

My apartment has a rodent problem. I want to break my lease.

Did your landlord promise to terminate the lease for this reason in writing? Do you have evidence (like a report from the Health Department) of...

Can I sue the Catholic School my children attend for wrongful treatment toward my husband and I?

In Pennsylvania, an employer can fire an employee for any reason or no reason. Even if their action is unfair, there is no legal recourse unless...

What kind of trouble will i get in for check fraud in pittsburgh pa?

Have you received a complaint or summons yet? If not, you may be able to make things right with the people you gave the check. I suggest you hire...