Questions answered by Andrew A Esposito

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What are my legal options if my landlord refuses to take partial payment of rent and then serves a 3 day notice?

Andrew's answer | Answered on June 09, 2014

I lawyer would have to look at the lease to properly give you an answer. Generally speaking, leases typically do not contain a provision that...

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I have a ex landlord who is going to take me to small claims court over money they say we owe.

Andrew's answer | Answered on June 09, 2014

You can counterclaim for whatever you want. This doesn't mean that your counterclaims are valid or that they will have any mitigating impact on...

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See details for wording in agreement - does this mean if I leave before 12 months I can still work in this field?

Andrew's answer | Answered on June 09, 2014

This is not a proper forum to analyze your employment non-compete. If you want a legal opinion on how your non-compete applies you need to consult...

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My landlord had me evicted, when i was charge with a crime, but the lease says that i had to be convicted of a crime.

Andrew's answer | Answered on June 09, 2014

It is possible, but more facts are needed. If you have been discriminated against, there are potential remedies under the State and Federal civil...

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How much will a felony 4 and 5 cost me?

Andrew's answer | Answered on April 03, 2014

There is no "routine" charge. The amount that you pay will be dependent on the attorney you hire and what your goals are. If you want to take the...

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If I have full coverage auto insurance is the insurer required to pay for manufacturer parts for the repair?

Andrew's answer | Answered on April 03, 2014

I have no relationship with Three-C, but as a Columbus native myself, I would recommend bringing your vehicle to them. You do not have to bring...

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How can I file a motion by myself? Can you please point me in the right direction?

Andrew's answer | Answered on April 01, 2014

There is a saying, "an attorney who represents himself has a fool for a client." This is true and is even more applicable to criminal defendants...

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Is an informal notarized written statement admissible in an Ohio court to file a civil complaint?

Andrew's answer | Answered on March 26, 2014

I would add that I would not sign any additional documentation without having an attorney look it over. I can't imagine any benefit to signing the...

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Whats the first step of collecting back rent in ohio for a tenant that has paid more than 20% of the property in a land contract

Andrew's answer | Answered on March 16, 2014

There are lots of requirements that must be met for there to truly be a land contract. If you do have a valid land contract, and the tenant has...

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Landlord withholding deposit overdue

Andrew's answer | Answered on March 14, 2014

Your landlord has 30 days to return you security deposit, minus any lawful witholdings. Even if you receive the letter within 30 days, if the...

Andrew A Esposito's Answers (509)

What are my legal options if my landlord refuses to take partial payment of rent and then serves a 3 day notice?

I have a ex landlord who is going to take me to small claims court over money they say we owe.

See details for wording in agreement - does this mean if I leave before 12 months I can still work in this field?

My landlord had me evicted, when i was charge with a crime, but the lease says that i had to be convicted of a crime.

How much will a felony 4 and 5 cost me?

If I have full coverage auto insurance is the insurer required to pay for manufacturer parts for the repair?

How can I file a motion by myself? Can you please point me in the right direction?

Is an informal notarized written statement admissible in an Ohio court to file a civil complaint?

Whats the first step of collecting back rent in ohio for a tenant that has paid more than 20% of the property in a land contract

Landlord withholding deposit overdue