Questions answered by James S. Tupitza

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How long should i wait for my landlord to fix a leak in my closet that is getting worse with each rain fall!

James's answer | Answered on July 24, 2010

Give him a written notice to fix and demand results in 4 days. Tell him that after 4 days you'll be off to a lawyer. DISCLAIMER The response...

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Rented house where toxic mold was present. It was not disclosed to me and I have proof the Landlord knew.Can I sue under UTPCPL?

James's answer | Answered on July 24, 2010

See my answer to your other question. DISCLAIMER The response given is not intended to create, nor does it create an ongoing duty to respond to...

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Toxic mold was not disclosed to me in PA rental home. I have proof landlord knew prior to renting to me. Can I sue under UTPCPL?

James's answer | Answered on July 24, 2010

You appear to have a case from the perspective of liability. You need to see a lawyer and firm up your damages. Under the UTPCPL the court "may"...

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Smoking and grilling at the condo property

James's answer | Answered on July 24, 2010

Welcome to the Union of Soviet Condominium States!!!! You have just put your finger on what some would call the best and other the worst of...

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In Pennsylvania (Delaware County), is a landlord required to provide a working telephone line in a rental property?

James's answer | Answered on July 24, 2010

If it is not in the lease, I would say no. Twenty years ago, my opinion wold have been different, but with cell phones things have changed. Your...

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Landlord wont answer any calls give rent reciepts for months n months

James's answer | Answered on July 24, 2010

Send a letter to the LL and start putting everything in writing. If he won't gie a rent receipt, don't give him the money. DISCLAIMER The...

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I put down a security deposit without signing a Lease. Am I entitled to my deposit back if I decide not to take the apartment.

James's answer | Answered on July 24, 2010

Most people that ask this question want to get out of the deal after the LL has held the apartment off the market in reliance on the promise to...

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How must a Notice to Quit be served to a tenant in PA? Can it be given to their atty instead of the tenant?

James's answer | Answered on July 24, 2010

The LLT Code says it has to be 1) handed to the tenant, 2) posted of the door or 3) slipped under the door. That said the District Judges would...

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Will a nursing home be sued if they do not provide life sustaining measures to a mentally retarded patient

James's answer | Answered on July 23, 2010

If a person has an advanced health directive, that person may either decide on a dnh and dnr order. They can even give another person the right. ...

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Can I picket a business?

James's answer | Answered on July 23, 2010

If you spend you energy going to a lawyer rather than standing on a sidewalk looking foolish, you will be much happier.DISCLAIMER The response...

James S. Tupitza's Answers (2757)

How long should i wait for my landlord to fix a leak in my closet that is getting worse with each rain fall!

Rented house where toxic mold was present. It was not disclosed to me and I have proof the Landlord knew.Can I sue under UTPCPL?

Toxic mold was not disclosed to me in PA rental home. I have proof landlord knew prior to renting to me. Can I sue under UTPCPL?

Smoking and grilling at the condo property

In Pennsylvania (Delaware County), is a landlord required to provide a working telephone line in a rental property?

Landlord wont answer any calls give rent reciepts for months n months

I put down a security deposit without signing a Lease. Am I entitled to my deposit back if I decide not to take the apartment.

How must a Notice to Quit be served to a tenant in PA? Can it be given to their atty instead of the tenant?

Will a nursing home be sued if they do not provide life sustaining measures to a mentally retarded patient

Can I picket a business?