What are landlords responsibilities if we have fleas in our home and wife has been bitten.?

I am sorry to hear that your family has been suffering in such a manner. Anyone who has been bitten may have a claim for personal injuries and...

Question on Maryland rent due dates and late fees?

Assuming you are a residential tenant and not a commercial tenant, Maryland law caps late fees at 5% of the unpaid monthly rent for the month....

You should review your lease to see what it says about court costs and late fees. Some leases say that the landlord cannot charge court costs until...

Rental office filed a non- payment of rent case in error, what should I do? ?

You may be able to file a lawsuit against the landlord or property management company for debt collection violations. You can also request a copy...

Is it legal for a Renal Office at a Apartment Complex to tape a document containing personal information to the door of a tenant

The landlord is allowed to post a Failure to Pay Rent form to your door, which lists all of this information. However, the landlord should not file...

MD landlord summoned military personnel to court for not paying rent that was already paid. Can we sue?

It sounds like the landlord may have committed consumer debt collection violations and/or consumer protection violations. You should contact an...

Can I represent myself or would I need lawyer representation?

Recovering punitive damages in Maryland can be very difficult. There is a high standard that you must meet. You should meet with an attorney to...

What to do when my father received a summon for 8200 debt for a roof that wasnt fixed

You should consult with an attorney and bring any paperwork you signed with the company who is now suing you. You should not wait to talk to an...

As to whether or not you could be evicted, you should check your lease to see what it says about noise. If you leave and break your lease, the...

Can/should I consider taking a used car dealership to court for not showing me the entire warranty?

The warranty you describe is probably governed by a federal statute, the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. This Act says that a seller of a warranty has...