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I am sorry to hear of your troubles with the landlord. You can search the California Code by accessing the California legislature's website. You...

WHat can I do?

At least two things are true here: first, the landlord has a right to initiate summary ejectment proceedings if he provided you with a ten-day...

How do I sale a piece of property that is in both my name and my ex husband's name who is now deceased?

If during your marriage you and your husband owned the real property in a tenancy-by-the-entirety relationship (which should be reflected in the...

A durable power of attorney would encompass the items you mentioned. You can retain an estate planning lawyer to help you craft one tailored to...

If I signed a lease document that states one price can I be evicted if the leasing office doesn't want to honor it anymore?

Hmm...this does not sound right. Either the landlord legitimately forgot to include the adjusted amounts in the new lease, or is improperly...

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Can a landlord tell you to be out in 24 hrs for not paying the rent and have your lights out?

No, he cannot legally do either of these things. He has to initiate summary ejectment proceedings pursuant to Article 3 of N.C.G.S. Chapter 42,...

Are we required to pay fees for breaking a lease early if it's not outlined in our lease?

While I think your interpretation of the quoted language is reasonable based on what I know from your posting, I agree with Attorney Morelos that...

Can an adult legally change their last name in North Carolina with totallylegal.com?

I agree with my colleagues. Visit the Lincoln County Courthouse and speak with someone in the Clerk's office about a name change, and the forms...

What's the best way to get someone removed from the lease agreement?

The landlord would have to release the boyfriend from the rental agreement, which would mean that your sister assumes full responsibility for rent...

If I sue, do I need a lawyer practicing in FL or IL?

At the very least, you could sue in Illinois, and depending on the extent and nature of the employer's contacts with Florida, you might be able to...