I agree; what you mean is - there is no WRITTEN lease agreement. Obviosuly there was an agreement, , you lived there, paid rent (of some amount)...

Can I find a lawyer who can help me stop unwanted noise in mornings from neighbors?

You should look for a good local municipal law attorney, in the City in which your property is located. You can fond them at the Florida Bar...

What am I responsible for?

It depends on your Lease. If pest control is YOUR responsibility, and the tenant can establish that the rats are what damaged her earplugs, then...

Do I have a binding lease contact ?

I agreee; 1) sight-unseen, very likely yes; and 2) and no, that is not a material breach of the lease. I would suggest that you find something...

Am I legally obligated to participate in meditation ?

I agree, no, but you would lose the right to fees if you happen to prevail (not a smart move at all) and you really should (or try to resolve it...

Can I avoid a HELOC deficiency or debt?

Yes, as there would be no legal cause for a "deficiency" on the HELOC - the.mortgage lien (presumably) having been foreclosed out in 2011....

I agree with my colleagues the answer here depends on the terms of your lease, and whether or not you live in a community controlled by an...

What are the laws governing mailboxes?

Do you know why? Was it ON your property? If so, I agree; if you KNOW that your neighbor did it (i.e., saw him, have video, etc - NOT that you just...

I had section 8 housing for about 7 years and all of a sudden the landlord is sending me eviction papaers

I agree, it's likely related to the domestic disturbance; in any event, It's impossible to know here what papers you received, or not, or what the...

I signed a contingen document

No way to respond to this on line. Take the contract document and the letter to a good local attorney for a proper review. Hope this helps. gsg