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Can my landlord deduct the total cost of the late fees and the cost of replacing a tree from the security deposit?
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Answered on January 26, 2016
The lease governs all charges. If the lease allows late fees, then the landlord can charge for this. It makes no difference that the landlord never...
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Under the rule of lenity aren't both sentences suppose to merge?
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Answered on January 25, 2016
These are different crimes with different elements. The sentences can be consecutive. The Defendant should speak with his or her attorney to...
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What can I do to get the balance paid?
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Answered on January 25, 2016
You are liable for the deficiency balance since you did not have gap coverage. I would try to work out a payment plan with the lender.
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Is there a statue of limitations. The plaintiffs lived in the house less than a year.
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Answered on January 25, 2016
In general, there is a three years statute of limitations from the date that the Plaintiff knew or should have known that there had been negligence...
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How do I get my renewal registration and stickers for my car?
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Answered on January 25, 2016
The only way to renew your tags and license is to work out a payment plan and sign a contract with a down payment. Otherwise, they will not renew...
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Can I file for legal action for payment of this funds.
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Answered on January 25, 2016
You can file a lawsuit for up to three times the amount due under the Maryland, Wage Payment and Collection law. Use the "Find a Lawyer" feature to...
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Age discrimination/"At will" employment- what can I do?
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Answered on January 25, 2016
You should consult with an employment attorney to see if you have a basis for suing for age discrimination. Use the "Find a Lawyer" function to...
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What recourse do I have when the dealer tech and warranty company inspector have different root causes; I have to pay
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Answered on January 25, 2016
You can sue for breach of warranty. You would need an expert to come to court to establish the cause of the defect so that you can prove that it is...
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I need a general answer for how suing for excessive damages works.
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Answered on January 25, 2016
No, the Defendant cannot sue for excessive damages. The Defendant could file a Motion for New Trial, a Motion for Judgment Notwithstanding the...
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Probation and drug test help?
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Answered on January 25, 2016
If the drug test comes back positive, your probation officer will likely violate you. The case will then be set in for a violation of probation...