Roommate moved out early, what should I do?

Roommate situations are tricky. I wrote an AVVO guide on this which is found at the link below. In roommate situations, roommates are jointly...

My tenants moved out without paying the last month rent. The security deposit does not cover the last month rent / damages.

Your next step would be file a civil action against the tenants for the outstanding amount due and owing. Keep in mind, getting a judgment is...

Can the Landlord charge the Tenant for the water bill of a condo in MA?

Yes. If your lease states that you are responsible for utilities, then generally a tenant is responsible for the water bills even though the water...

Telling you to "go kill yourself" is not a threat of harm by another person to you.

My ex boyfriend has not lived in our jointly owned home for 3 years. Is threatening legal action to force me to sell.

My colleagues are correct. He can file an action to force the sale of the property; however, you can file an action for contribution if he has not...

Can I sue my girlfriend's insurance for the cost of stolen property in a burglary?

What you were "under the impression" the policy covered might have been different than what the policy actually covered. When you purchase...

Can my boss terminate me? I was let go because i don't speak spanish...

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex and national origin. When it comes to firing...

Can this Corp go pro se? Does it make a difference for the corp if the two other defendants are the only board members of the co

Generally, no. Corporations require the representation of an attorney.

LL said he will with hold deposit if we do not re paint the house, we have been a yr and leaving in 3wks, is this standard?

A landlord can only withhold a security deposit if the tenant causes damages beyond normal wear and tear. For painting purposes, this would mean...

What kind of lawyer can assist me in removal of a family member from my home?

Consult a landlord/tenant attorney in your area. You might have to file an unlawful detainer/wrongful possession action against this person. If...