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Can I break a legally break a lease in VA if the landlord/roommate is going to be going under investigation for sexual assault?
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Answered on October 27, 2014
Probably yes, but it won't be easy. You have 2 choices: 1) file a 'tenant assertion' in General District Court to terminate the lease 2) go...
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Is it a violation for a builder to block the normal flow of water to a private easement and cause existing properties to flood?
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Answered on October 27, 2014
You asked this question twice; here's the answer I gave on the other one:
While Virginia law considers surface water to be a 'common enemy', a...
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I rent a utility included basement apt month 2 month. The house was foreclosed on. Landlord gave me 2 weeks to move.
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Answered on October 27, 2014
You MAY have up to 90 days under the federal law "Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act, passed May 20, 2009: Pub. L. #111-22 §§701 – 704; 123...
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What is Condemned in commercial lease ? is it bad for us, please help me understand
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Answered on October 26, 2014
It appears you've asked two questions about a commercial lease you've been presented. I'm also guessing that you are doing some type of start-up...
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Answering a complaint by number - if ten items then replies are neeed
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Answered on October 26, 2014
Whoever told you not to use Latin was correct. Yes, Latin is frequently used by some lawyers, but not those who want their clients to understand...
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Is there any way for a seller to get out of a home sale contract on a financing contingency?
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Answered on October 26, 2014
Your question is not clear whether you are buyer or seller. If you're the seller, was the relocation at your employer's behest and did your...
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What can be done if a builder blocks the normal flow of water to a private easement and cause existing properties to flood.
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Answered on October 25, 2014
While Virginia law considers surface water to be a 'common enemy', a landowner cannot concentrate and direct it on to another's land. This seems...
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Hello!
tenant got violation from homeowner association about the lawn about not fertilizing and seeding the lawn.
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Answered on October 25, 2014
From the additional, but limited, facts I would suggest that fertilizer and seed qualify as "maintenance". Frankly, it's going to be cheaper for...
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Is my landlord required to resolve appliance maintenance issues promptly?
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Answered on October 25, 2014
The general rule is that repairs must be done in a 'reasonable' time, which depends on the circumstances. If you feel the landlord's actions are...
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Can owner agent of commercial property lock tenant out without notice
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Answered on October 25, 2014
Commercial tenants do not have anywhere near the rights and protections of a residential tenant. Under common law a lockout is permitted, although...
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