I applied for an apartment & they denied me because of a small weed charge yrs ago The adjudication was withheld. What can i do?

The landlord has a right to screen potential tenants. You can not force the landlord to rent to you. I am sure there are plenty of places,...

How much can my landlord raise rent if I'm on a month to month basis?

There is no legal limitation on the amount of an increase. Florida does not have rent control as it exists in other states.

I am a commen law wife of ten years. What if any recourse do I have?

Living together for 10 years does not create a common law marriage in Florida. In fact, a common law marriage could not be created after 10/1/68...

I think my lawyer wants to withdraw. What do I do?

Before you jump ships, take a look at your fee agreement. What does it say about responsibility for copies and postage. I can envision the...

Being sued and 9 months into case and I need advice on what to do about the Plaintiff's lawyers delay tricks. Details enclosed.

I agree with my colleagues--a continuance would most likely be granted unless there is something coming up that makes your motions time-sensitive. ...

Landlors tenant

I agree with my colleagues that your landlord is responsible for repairs in excess of $50.00. I realize that you did not come to Avvo for legal...

If someone does not use their legal name on a quit claim deed when accepting a property do they legally own that property?

It the person who owns the property, not the name. As my colleagues have noted, a corrective deed can be prepared and recorded--but this is not a...

Change to Child Support Arrears due to miscalculation on order.

DOR should honor the clerk's ledger.

What if I sue someone in small claims court and they change their name before the hearing?

1) wait til you get before the judge and then make a "motion" to amend the pleadings; the clerk has no authority to "update" names; it will take a...

My FLA year to year apt lease doesn't state that I have to give 60 days notice if not renewing. Still have to give 60 days?

The law is a bit slow catching up to the rest of the world. In prior years, a writing meant pen and paper. I am unaware of any Florida statutes...

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