I agree; you can fight it, but it's likely to cost more than the Landlord's damage claim in legal fees and costs, at least up front. If you prevail...

These are two different causes of action - 1) for possession of the rental unit; and 2) for money damages. #1 is a "summary" proceeding and can be...

Simple. Just follow my 3 step plan! Step 1 - retain a good local tenants lawyer. Step2 - oh yeah, there's just one step. Hope this helps....

I agree with my colleague; it depends on the terms of your lease; if there is no provision in the lease to the contrary, then in general, any...

This depends on the terms of your Lease, which cannot be done here on this site. Bring it to a good local tenants lawyer for a quick review. Some...

If it's a dispute of rent, the Court will likely award the "prevailing party" (ostensibly, the winner) his or her attorneys fees and costs. Your...

I agree; if you are asking this as a "legal" problem then the answer here is to contact your lawyer. But if you don't have one, or can't afford...

I agree with my colleague and would only add that if you have an attorney, you should listen ONLY to him or her. If you have lost confidence in...

A plumbing issue? When you say "she decided to move out" - on what legal grounds? Did she send a 7 day letter and offer to let you cure per Section...

Retain a good local tenants lawyer to investigate the facts, review the Lease, and any notifications you received, and speak with the realtor ASAP....