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Did tenants provide proper notice of an offer for early release from Rental Agreement, and do I owe Sec. Deposit?

Gary's answer | Answered on May 16, 2016

I agree with my colleague 100%. if you rent property out - you should utilize the services of a lawyer from beginning to end - it is part of the...

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Is what they are doing legal?

Gary's answer | Answered on May 16, 2016

Yikes. I suggest you collect up all of your paperwork and consult with a good local real estate attorney as soon as possible. This is not a...

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As above.

Gary's answer | Answered on May 16, 2016

I think you have two choices here; fixing the fence to the HOA's approval w/ he 14 days (or negotiating with them for more time); or consulting...

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What is the statute of limitations to sue the police and/or a hotel? Can you represent my father and me on a contingency basis?

Gary's answer | Answered on May 16, 2016

I agree, i think it will be quite difficult to get an attorney to take this matter (and/or answer your questions properly) on a contingency fee...

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Is this of legal ample time and method of notice?

Gary's answer | Answered on May 16, 2016

Unless it provides otherwise in your (current) written lease, then if - again, the current lease - ends on May 31st, then generally yes, he can...

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Is the roommate responsible for half of the money that is owed to the complex? How would I get the roommate to pay for the half?

Gary's answer | Answered on May 15, 2016

Essentially, as far as the LL is concerned, legally, you are most likely BOTH liable for the ENTIRE amount owed. So, for example, if you pay half,...

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Can anyone make changes and claim that others were "grandfathered in" so they are entitled?

Gary's answer | Answered on May 15, 2016

Most likely - no. But one can always TRY. Hope this helps. gsg

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Is there any way thw rgwy can lwt me say for rhe for day days ro get tge other apartment mo

Gary's answer | Answered on May 15, 2016

I suggest you consult immediately with a good local real estate attorney. I am not sure of your facts here. For example, you say the LL 'called'...

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Can security in my condo building take a picture of me and/or my kids, while we are at the pool, in our bathing suits?

Gary's answer | Answered on May 15, 2016

I agree with my colleague; if it's a public place, thee may not be much you can do here. There MAY be something in the governing docs (rules or...

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Can I demand a new contract negotiation due to the existing hardship of not having an operable bathroom?

Gary's answer | Answered on May 15, 2016

I agree with m colleague; from the facts you have posted, it does not appear that you have grounds for (what we lawyers refer to as) "reformation"...

Gary Steven Gaffney's Answers (28324)

Did tenants provide proper notice of an offer for early release from Rental Agreement, and do I owe Sec. Deposit?

Is what they are doing legal?

As above.

What is the statute of limitations to sue the police and/or a hotel? Can you represent my father and me on a contingency basis?

Is this of legal ample time and method of notice?

Is the roommate responsible for half of the money that is owed to the complex? How would I get the roommate to pay for the half?

Can anyone make changes and claim that others were "grandfathered in" so they are entitled?

Is there any way thw rgwy can lwt me say for rhe for day days ro get tge other apartment mo

Can security in my condo building take a picture of me and/or my kids, while we are at the pool, in our bathing suits?

Can I demand a new contract negotiation due to the existing hardship of not having an operable bathroom?