What happens if a landlord misses an eviction hearing and defendant fails to show as well ?

I would expect the magistrate to dismiss the case, although it is possible he'd continue it. The ony thing I'd add to what other counsel have...

What do I do to dispute a refusal for hardship excuse for duty in charlotte nc.

The jury clerk has limited discretion whom to excuse. You must have a compelling reason why you cannot serve on the assigned date. For example,...

My landlord won't give me a handicap sign for parking, been asking for 8mos.

The landlord has to make reasonable accomodations for you. A handicap sign is a reasonable accomodation as it is a small expense. Being...

What can is do landlord didn't pay property tax and they padded lock the house with all my property in it?

The federal Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act may help. As a tenant you are entitled to 90 days notice prior to eviction as long as you have...

My kids and I have been staying in an extended stay hotel for over a year without proper eviction papers. Is that legal?

If you do not have another permanent residence and the hotel is your residence, the hotel does have to comply with NC landlord tenant laws...

Smoking pot is still illegal in NC. The landlord can evict you for illegal activity.

Breaking a residential lease?

I agree with Kenneth. The federal and state fair housing laws prohibit landlords from discriminating on the basis of family status, therefore they...

What happens after 14 day notice by certified mail is still ignored? Can I legally remove it myself?

You can sue the former occupant/tenant for the cost you incur to move the container. You can do so in small claims court in the county where the...

Can I break my lease with 30 days notice?

You have potential claims (1) for breach of the implied covenant and perhaps express covenant of quiet enjoyment, i.e. the Landlord failed to...

Can a property management company charge you a fee of $300 on top of Rent and a Late Fee?

If provided for in your lease, a landlor may charge up to 5% of the monthly rent if they file and serve a complaint, up to 10 if they file, serve...