This depends on the terms of your lease, but more generally, I agree with my colleague - as long as you have lockable access, it's likely legal....

Yes. One acquires no rights by simply living on parcel of property for six years. My suggestion would be to vacate ASAP and not return, or you are...

Not that I know of, sorry. You either pay, or retain a attorney, and take the Landlord to court (for that amount, it might not be cost effective)....

Far too fact intensive a matter for on line evaluation. One needs to see the leases, for one thing. My suggestion would be to take your leases to a...

Technically, yes; she could seek a "stay," from the judge who ordered the Writ. Unfortunately, your sister would have to "grounds" for a stay. If...

Far too fact-intensive a matter for on line evaluation. Best to consult a good local tenants lawyer immediately. if you have little or no income,...

One CANNOT just "take themselves" off of a lease. Unless ALL of his cotenants AND the landlord agreed, he is STILL on the lease and responsible to...

This would depend on the terms of your Lease (which we can't read here on line). Sounds like the landlord is being nice? What's the issue? In...

I am sorry, but unless you had a so-called "roommates agreement" with your co-tenant, you can't sue her and collect; and your post does not...

No, of course not. Your parent should consult a good local real estate lawyer, as she apparently doesn't know how a life estate works. She has VERY...