Can a step parent adopt a child whose father had not attempted contact in over 5years?

Just a name change is a waste of money because it shouldn't be granted if his father objects. A stepparent can adopt with or without the father's...

What rights do i have in regarding property i have in a building that has been sold?

Your property was in the building with permission, so even if you didn't have a written lease you are a tenant. Your tenancy carries over to the...

You should contact the court, because there is an arrest warrant for you if you didn't pay and didn't show up at court. The clerk's office will...

I don't understand why the post office is involved in handing out keys--that should,be the landlord. It sounds like the best person to help you...

That would be trespassing, and the photos are evidence for criminal charges against that parent, by documenting that he or she was in your home. ...

Do I have to pay for damages above and beyond my security deposit if the landlord waited 60 days (not 30) to inform me?

Not doing it within the 30 days doesn't automatically mean the landlord loses--it just counts as a failure to return the deposit. You still have...

That is part of the aging process and therefore normal wear and tear. The landlord is responsible.

How do I dispute the cleanliness of the at move out?

Pictures (and your cleaning woman's testimony at court, if necessary) are the best way. A way to avoid this in the future would be to do a...

Can a check cashing convenient store keep my drivers license and payroll check?

Court records (including warrants) are public, so she could have checked online and found your warrant. But your drivers license is issued by the...

Unfortunately, Ohio does not have any rule about a time limit for issuing a decision. You have described a very complicated situation, and the...