Is there a time limit landlords can keep security deposits after the apartment has been cleared ?

In addition to Mr. Ritter's spot-on answer, you also are entitled to interest on your security deposit from the date you paid it. Also, failure of...

Can I evict a tenant for making unapproved repairs (9 mo standard lease Montgomery county MD)?

No. Forfeiture of a legal tenancy for such a violation is rare, unless the "repair" is actually a wholesale alteration of the premises, or...

My neighbors storm drain is clooged causing my basement to flood. I asked him if he could fix it 2 years ago but no respose.

Tough situation. You might try filing a law suit against the neighbor on a "nuisance" theory. That is a claim against someone who is responsible...

How to protect my wages and real estate while paying off a judgment to an HOA?

There is only one judgment. A creditor can "record" the judgment in any county circuit court, but that does not create a new judgment. It merely...

Can a theft stet docket misdemeanor be moved to nol prosequi?

Hire a lawyer to contact the prosecutor for you, and explore the possibility of an agreement by which the State would be willing to dismiss the...

The court proceeding for a DUI, and the MVA action to suspend or restrict your privilege to drive for either refusing a breath test or blowing .08...

I just got my judgment in my case last week. Is it mandatory that I file a motion to reconsider before filing an appeal?

You do not need to file a motion to reconsider before filing an appeal. The issue is this: if you file a motion to reconsider, alter or amend a...

What will be the outcome of this assault case?

No way to answer this question on these limited facts. It all depends on what evidence there is to support what crime, and if that evidence is...

Will there be sentencing? Is it just a meeting? Will she have to make a plea? How likely is it he will drop the charges?

Once you file criminal charges, you give up all control of the decision to go forward to the prosecutor, who will make an independent decision...

I got a 'Disobeyed Traffic Control Device' Ticket in the village of Warsaw NY. I am a residence of Ontario Canada.

While the advice of a NY lawyer on a question of NY traffic law would be the best avenue for you to ensure you get the correct advice, generally a...