Can you file a motion to dismiss if you have not been served process?
First, it depends on what court you're in (district or circuit) and how much they're suing you for (<$5,000, >$5,000). The answer changes depending...
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First, it depends on what court you're in (district or circuit) and how much they're suing you for (<$5,000, >$5,000). The answer changes depending...
Not having a license is a big no-no. You cannot sue to enforce the rental agreement without one, so technically, they are not on the hook to pay...
It sounds like you received a kind of "cease-and-desist" letter. Trespass rights are very strong; if you so much as take one step on someone's lawn...
It sounds like you are referring to a "partition" action. The short answer on whether you'd be liable for your brother's attorney's fees is:...
If it's a large property (>4 units), this practice is illegal. It's either a security deposit, in which case it has to comply with all the...
The form is available online: https://www.courts.state.md.us/sites/default/files/court-forms/courtforms/circuit/ccdcm001.pdf/ccdcm001.pdf
"Inhabitability" is a term of art in landlord-tenant law. A person can technically live in a tent, but a tent would not comply with the warranty of...
It's impossible to know without a lawyer reading all the associated documents. Could be legitimate. Could be no case. Could be a thicket of red...
The answer is maybe. I agree that you'll probably need a lawyer to figure it out. Most importantly, time is a factor. If the new owner keeps doing...
If it was a regular eviction case and it was dismissed, it's unlikely you'll have to pay those costs to the court. You may be liable for such costs...