If its not resolved in a week, then I would contact a lawyer and schedule a consultation. Hot water is a necessity.

You should contact a landlord tenant attorney to represent your interests in this matter. Your landlord will likely refile for either eviction or...

Unfortunately, you still have to file for eviction. I suggest hiring a lawyer to do so because its harder than it looks especially for a month to...

NO they cannot do that. That is a bait and switch tactic which is a violation of consumer protection law. You should immediately consult with a...

While you were still residing in the house, you would have been entitled to escrow rent unless and until the landlord obtained the rental license. ...

Yes, verbal leases are enforceable in Pennyslvania and they are by default month to month agreements. So, yes they can take you to court.

For a lawyer to be able to help you they would need to read the lease agreement. I highly recommend a consultation with a landlord tenant attorney.

There are several strategies when dealing with a landlord who has no rental license and the first question I always ask prospective clients is...

Yes, the landlord needs a separate rental license for each property in Philadelphia. If you have any landlord tenant issues, please schedule a...

I changed the category to real estate (litigation) because this is a matter that involves nuisance laws as well as a violation of criminal laws. ...