Generally, if you don't show up they may seek a default judgment, which usually becomes final after a certain number of days (usually ten (10))...

These are serious accusations and you should speak with an attorney. First, when you say "My landlord evicted me and my husband..." but then...

We rented a house 5 weeks ago, but had no electricity for 3 weeks and no hot water the entire month. Can we get our rent back?

You need to speak with an attorney about "essential service" remedies under the Tennessee Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act and decide...

Is this legal with no consequence?

To obtain legal advice, you would need to meet with an attorney to go over the details of your case. Attorneys do not give legal advice on Avvo....

You may want to contact a local landlord/tenant attorney in this matter. The brief answer to your question is It depends. Regrettably there is...

You need to contact a local landlord/tenant attorney immediately. Abandonment is defined by statute. These matters often trip landlords/tenants up...

How do I evict someone I do not have a lease with?

Brandon Robinson is correct. You would want to speak with an attorney about providing sufficient written notice and proceeding on a detainer...

I'm looking for an attorney who protects tenants from unlawful evictions, and I need to know when I should hire an attorney.

You will need to speak with an attorney to gather a few more details to provide legal advice. The attorney will first want to review your legal...

Can I legally with hold rent until he contacts me and there is resolution to the issues Or take him to court in civil suit

You need to go speak with an attorney immediately. If your car was damaged, the attorney will go over things like premise liability and negligence...

Lease says "non-refundable pet fee" but it doesn't say per pet, pet will only be there for 2 months. Can I be charged the fee?

First, you need to make sure you understand the difference between a fee and a deposit. A deposit is provided for under state law and is...