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If in lawsuit structured payments and have paid rent at three months at a time once before now they are trying to evict me it's

Cristen's answer | Answered on February 21, 2013

The landlord is entitled to raise the rent if a new lease agreement is signed. The landlord should have given you a notice describing the specific...

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Do I qualify for a constructive eviction ? And what are the negative repercussions of it ?

Cristen's answer | Answered on February 21, 2013

I don't think you would have a very strong case for constructive eviction, however, it seems that the landlord may be in breach of the lease...

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What are the remedies in give 60 day notice and end of lease can landlord charge rent.

Cristen's answer | Answered on February 21, 2013

I am not sure what you are asking. Please provide more facts. Is it a commercial or residential lease? 60 day notice of what? Can landlord charge...

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A small claims has been filed against me in Washington, DC by my brother and I live in Florida. What can I do to defend this.

Cristen's answer | Answered on February 21, 2013

I suggest you consult with an attorney immediately. Based on the limited facts you provide above, it does not appear that the courts in Washington...

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My employer had me sign a non-compete agreement and they did not sign the "employer" signature line. Is it enforceable?

Cristen's answer | Answered on February 20, 2013

Without the employers signature, the written agreement is not enforceable. However, your employer may argue that there was an enforceable verbal...

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Will discovery of new information after the statute of limitations has passed for breach of contract, allow for a legal claim?

Cristen's answer | Answered on February 20, 2013

No, the statute of limitations will not be extended based on the facts you provide above. Very few circumstances will allow for an extension of the...

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Landlord doesn't want to return deposit to apartment I into and it's before the 30 day grace period but he won't return money

Cristen's answer | Answered on February 20, 2013

I completely agree with my colleague's response, however, I will add that you do not have a claim until the expiration of 30 days from the date you...

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If you go back in front of a judge in civil court after he's decided is the burden of proof on you?

Cristen's answer | Answered on February 19, 2013

Yes, you will carry the burden if you ask the judge to reconsider his ruling. Depending on what exactly you are trying to do will dictate what your...

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Do I need a lawyer or can I settle in small claims court?

Cristen's answer | Answered on February 19, 2013

You can file a claim in small claims court without a lawyer. Oftentimes, the clerk of court website in your county will have samples and forms you...

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Do I have a case if I did not make copies of the work order requested that I submitted to the customer.

Cristen's answer | Answered on February 18, 2013

It is not clear from the facts you provide what the question is. Is someone refusing to pay you because they dispute that the work was performed? ...

Cristen Heather Martinez's Answers (126)

If in lawsuit structured payments and have paid rent at three months at a time once before now they are trying to evict me it's

Do I qualify for a constructive eviction ? And what are the negative repercussions of it ?

What are the remedies in give 60 day notice and end of lease can landlord charge rent.

A small claims has been filed against me in Washington, DC by my brother and I live in Florida. What can I do to defend this.

My employer had me sign a non-compete agreement and they did not sign the "employer" signature line. Is it enforceable?

Will discovery of new information after the statute of limitations has passed for breach of contract, allow for a legal claim?

Landlord doesn't want to return deposit to apartment I into and it's before the 30 day grace period but he won't return money

If you go back in front of a judge in civil court after he's decided is the burden of proof on you?

Do I need a lawyer or can I settle in small claims court?

Do I have a case if I did not make copies of the work order requested that I submitted to the customer.