How do I terminate a lease to rent an apartment that I have not yet occupied?

A lease is like any other legally binding and technically you would be responsible for the rent due and owing under the lease. It does not matter...

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What are my options can I file a sue?

You might be able to bring a lawsuit against your landlord for wrongful eviction. Florida law expressly prohibits self-help evictions (locking...

A lab nurse took blood from our 3 days old baby by mistake (from the wrong baby - mine). What are my legal options? thanks.

My colleague is correct. Not all wrongs result in compensable injuries.

Ex girlfriend property damage, and unpaid rent?

Absent a written agreement, it will be tough for you to get any "back rent" from her. Most oral contracts which last for more than a period of 1...

Have a sep agreement that is not thru court but just between us about child support & visitation. Doesn't c son & isn't paying

This is a duplicate question. Child support and visitation are 2 completely different issues. You need to consult an attorney to obtain a strict...

How can I protect myself from being evicted when the new landlords take over and want to change the terms of our lease?

Your new landlords cannot change the terms of your lease agreement, because they are presumably are taking over ownership subject to your current...

Unauthorized Auto Loan Was Taken Out With Me Listed As The Co, What Do I Do?

My colleague is correct. Consult a local attorney.

Can a landlord make a claim for rent if they are not licensed and I break the lease early?

Lack of a rental license does not necessarily nullify a tenant's obligations under lease. In Howard County, rental licenses ensure that the County...

After a judgement in my favor, my previous landlord owes me $1500. How do I collect this money?

Mr. Valkenet lays out your options. Each of these will cost you time and money. As I always tell people -- getting a judgment is the easy part....

Have a child support agreement but he isn't paying

My colleague is correct. The enforcement of child support obligations is an action independent from visitation. Take action with the appropriate...