Can we get a refund for a pet deposit that was never used because we never moved in and a paid in advance week we never used?

It sounds like you made a poor decision in entering into the rental contract. Did you not tour and inspect the apartment prior to entering into the...

How can I find out the truth? will I get a surprise eviction? Should I pay the rent? Can I verify his story?

You should continue paying the rent in the amount and manner agreed upon. You have the right to continue living there (as long as you are paying...

It sounds like you have a serious problem. I would commend consulting an attorney in your area. In the future, you should try to implement a better...

What is our next step? I would to work with someone who is legit confidant about these cases. Got lots of overwhelming proof.

I suggest finding a local attorney in your area who deals with contract disputes, civil litigation and/or landlord/tenant law. It sounds like you...

Most likely, you do not have a legal remedy here. Typically, application fees are non-refundable and this was probably specified on their website...

I don't believe it is unreasonable for the landlord to use the lease end date as the starting date of the 21 day period. It doesn't seem like the...

Question re Uninsured motorist policies

Your attorney is correct. No, you are not going to receive a check in the mail overnight. These cases may take a year or more to settle. Insurance...

What can I do?

Unless a landlord or other body of authority is trying to charge you a fine, I don't see how this presents a serious legal issue.

Are there any tips someone can give me? I wouldn't like to take legal action, I just want them to stop.

I would recommend contacting your landlord and asking the landlord to intervene. If your neighbors are the landlords, that presents another...

Can my landlord be countersued in an eviction proceeding for the bad conditions I had to live in while I rented there?

You should contact a local attorney to determine your rights. If you anticipate being served or have already been served with an eviction notice,...