I agree with the above answer. It would be easy enough to handle this through a third party, like a lawyer or trusted friend, to be the go-between.

Generally not illegal. But if you are eligible for other labor protections under FMLA or Maryland's labor laws, they cannot take any adverse action...

It is hard to know without more details, but I agree with attorney Koslyn's comment. Taking a hit and opening up a new business is possible but it...

That is really infuriating! However, I kind of think their defense would be "measure twice, cut once" or perhaps point to somewhere in the fine...

Yeah, it's a maybe. Were you "harmed" in any way? Like, did you pay an application fee or make an inquiry that damaged your credit? Or was it just...

A lawyer will not likely be able to help you here. You'll be lucky if you get a lawyer who will charge less than $273 per HOUR. Try calling up...

If there's a written agreement on file, the terms there should control. If there's no written agreement, then giving you a few days' notice is all...

No, they can't up the price like this.

It depends on the county and the size of the room. Almost certainly, a 1-bedroom apartment is big enough for 3 people. In Montgomery, It's 70...

No, they shouldn't take the deposit. This is ordinary wear and tear. You were not negligent for having a couch.