Questions answered by Michael Wolinsky

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Bad faith

Michael's answer | Answered on July 13, 2011

In general your rights would be governed by the contract you signed. Was there a specific lot listed which you paid for? Does the owner of the...

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How much notice does a landlord have to give before showing your apartment that is for rent?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 06, 2011

Notice is governed by the terms and conditions of your lease agreement. There should be a paragraph that addresses notice requirements.

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Do i have to give a notice when i move on a month to month lease

Michael's answer | Answered on July 05, 2011

I would first examine the lease agreement if any, for termination requirements. Absent a written agreement, you would be deemed a month to month...

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I rent out my house through management company and tenat did not transfered the water bill on their name, management company is

Michael's answer | Answered on July 05, 2011

Water and sewer charges are the responsibility of the owner of the real property in the City of Philadelphia. I would immediately bill the...

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If I failed to give a 60 day notice of termination of my apt. lease, can I stay in my apt. until the new termination date?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 05, 2011

Your rights are governed by the terms and conditions of your lease. Given that you did not comply with the 60 day notice condition, the lease...

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I have a closing date on a house my landlord wants a 30 day notice on a month to month lease what happens if the house falls thr

Michael's answer | Answered on July 05, 2011

I would approach your Landlord and explain your dilemma. Assuming he is willing to work with you, I would still provide notice to terminate as...

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Cani i get full custody back if my daughter father keeps taking me back to court?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 21, 2011

Depending on the current state of the custody order, if there is a material change in circumstances, one can file a petition to modify.

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Do I really need a lawyer...PLEASE and honest answer :) ?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 20, 2011

First, you absolutely can hire another attorney. I would suggest consulting with a few experienced attorneys and obtain an estimate on costs...

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Need to get house in my name.

Michael's answer | Answered on June 20, 2011

A deed will effectuate the transfer. I would contract the Recorder of Deeds in the county where the real property is located to obtain the cost...

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We are renting an apartment. We have noisy neighbors and have went to the managers about the issue. No results. Can we sue?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 20, 2011

There is an implied warranty of habitability associated with your residence. I would document the disturbance as best as possible in writing...

Michael Wolinsky's Answers (101)

Bad faith

How much notice does a landlord have to give before showing your apartment that is for rent?

Do i have to give a notice when i move on a month to month lease

I rent out my house through management company and tenat did not transfered the water bill on their name, management company is

If I failed to give a 60 day notice of termination of my apt. lease, can I stay in my apt. until the new termination date?

I have a closing date on a house my landlord wants a 30 day notice on a month to month lease what happens if the house falls thr

Cani i get full custody back if my daughter father keeps taking me back to court?

Do I really need a lawyer...PLEASE and honest answer :) ?

Need to get house in my name.

We are renting an apartment. We have noisy neighbors and have went to the managers about the issue. No results. Can we sue?