Can I only be responsible for half the rent that is past due?

You and he would both be fully responsible to the landlord for rent and damages to the apartment. If you have an agreenent with the father...

Can I be evicted if I was never notified that I was past due for 4 months? A nonprofit organization was paying my rent.

While they have the right to evict based on the non-payment of rent, they would first be required to provide a written demand for possession of the...

As a renter am I responsible for painting interior walls when I move out?

The general rule is that tenants are responsible for all damages to the property except normal wear and tear. While done for the right reasons, I...

Does my landlord need to give notice if he hires someone to tidy up the yard?

If you have a lease agreement (whether verbal or oral) to the contrary, the landlord cannot come onto the property except in cases of an emergency.

How can I legally keep my business idea from being stolen?

Ideas are generally not protectable without a contractual obligation to keep them confidential. As such, you would need to have a comprehensive...

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How do I get someone out of my house that has never paid any rent ? I was told I could not have her evited cause she dont pay re

You must give her at least 60 days' written notice to leave. After such, if she hasn’t left, you can file a dispossessory action (eviction) in the...

Question on copyright for a website.

If you make changes to the site that are relevant to the copyrights within it, you should update the year.

Records of ownership are not kept with the Secretary of State unless such information is in the Articles of Organization. The operating agreement...

I am purchasing a mobile home from my cousin, gave downpayment, and have payments monthly unitl paid in full, have signed

You can only purchase real property from the person or entity that owns it. So, it is up to your aunt to abide by the agreement or agree with you...

I want to hold a songwriting contest in Atlanta, Ga.

No one can say whether you have the skill and ability to do so. However, unless you have legal training or extensive experience in drafting such...