Questions answered by Steven Andrew Krieger

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Can a LL charge the difference in rent if they decided to lower it for new tenant without a prior agreement?

Steven's answer | Answered on September 16, 2014

By that logic, the landlord could have kept the rent at the same price, not been able to rent the unit, and charged you the full amount, which...

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What does it mean to vacate a case because of no affidavit

Steven's answer | Answered on September 15, 2014

An affidavit explaining what the case was about and why your parents are owed rent money from the tenants. It's best to have an attorney file the...

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LL found a new tenant and already signed the lease. Can he still hold my deposit?

Steven's answer | Answered on September 14, 2014

If you're breaking the lease and the landlord is losing 20 days of rent money because of your actions, the landlord will likely be able to use your...

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What or who do I need to contact for ongoing condo water leaking issues?

Steven's answer | Answered on September 10, 2014

I'd suggest you hire an attorney to send a letter to the condo owner and the HOA. If that doesn't get any movement, then file a claim against the...

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Do I have the right to ask for the cost of repairs the house from last tenant , after they left I find the crawlspace flooded?

Steven's answer | Answered on September 10, 2014

Sure. But, they may not have known it was flooded and if it wasn't found on the move-out inspection, it might be difficult for you to prove they...

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What can I do if my landlord has waited 4 months (since June 10th 2014) to fix an AC unit and has still failed to do so?

Steven's answer | Answered on September 09, 2014

Probably not inhabitable just because the AC is broken. That being said, it could be quite uncomfortable living there w/o AC. You could have an...

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Could I get custody of a child until his mother gets help

Steven's answer | Answered on August 18, 2014

If you're truly concerned about the child's well-being you should call your local Child Protective Services (do a google search for Child...

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I would like to know how to file for joint custody as an unmarried mother who holds sole custody?

Steven's answer | Answered on August 18, 2014

You and the father have joint legal custody (ability to make decisions regarding the child) by default. If you're looking for an agreement related...

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Newly purchased diamond engagement ring for $20,000 just appraised for $13,000. Jeweler will not refund. Do I have a case?

Steven's answer | Answered on August 13, 2014

It sounds like the store did make a misrepresentation -- that the diamond is worth more than it appraised for. If so, I do think you have a claim....

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What are my landlord's obligations during major plumbing repairs that have left our house without water for the past 5 days?

Steven's answer | Answered on August 13, 2014

Yes, your landlord or the landlord's insurance should cover the hotel (or your renter's insurance). This was not your fault (and even if it was) it...

Steven Andrew Krieger's Answers (1194)

Can a LL charge the difference in rent if they decided to lower it for new tenant without a prior agreement?

What does it mean to vacate a case because of no affidavit

LL found a new tenant and already signed the lease. Can he still hold my deposit?

What or who do I need to contact for ongoing condo water leaking issues?

Do I have the right to ask for the cost of repairs the house from last tenant , after they left I find the crawlspace flooded?

What can I do if my landlord has waited 4 months (since June 10th 2014) to fix an AC unit and has still failed to do so?

Could I get custody of a child until his mother gets help

I would like to know how to file for joint custody as an unmarried mother who holds sole custody?

Newly purchased diamond engagement ring for $20,000 just appraised for $13,000. Jeweler will not refund. Do I have a case?

What are my landlord's obligations during major plumbing repairs that have left our house without water for the past 5 days?