My landlord has been harassing me very bad. I need a lawyer asap!

Use the AVVO find a lawyer tool. Your landlord sounds like she's doing a variety of illegal/impermissible things with respect to your rental.

I was just told that 2 out of the my 4 tenants are planning to move out when I'm away to avoid paying 1000s in back rent/util

Your only option is to file a lawsuit for damages. Keep in mind, getting a judgment is the easy part; collecting on it could be a different story.

Can my how call my references and question my character after I've already been living there?

I'm not aware of any time limit for contacting references.

Is this a scam or is it legitimate?

There is no way for us to answer. Call him back to find out. Someone may be trying to sue you, and he may be a legitimate process server trying to...

MD DWI Hearing

Most states are part of the interstate Driver License Agreement which is a compact between the driver licensing agencies of various states. This...

What type of attorney should I get if ex-landlord's insurance co. is suing for damages that occurred while renting?

Civil litigators experienced in insurance, general practice, contracts or tort law.

In writing an Opposition to the Motion for Summary Judgment,

This is such a hard question to answer because none of us know the "documents" or "facts" you intend to dispute. Affidavits are always helpful,...

Check your local statute of limitations. You may be precluded from bringing suit again if the limitations period has expired.

If i am renting a 2bd apartment in san francisco on my own credit etc, can i rent my second room to my friend?

Your landlord has a right to know the identity of people residing in his/her property. Moreover, it's quite possible that your written lease...

I received a Summons to court and told to file "Answers", but did not receive any questions what do you do?

An answer is a formal legal response admitting or denying the allegations set forth in the complaint filed against you. The complaint would have...