What can I do about a slum lord who refuse to fix anything and will not give us a copy of our lease?

you have to provide him with a WRITTEN notice to repair the issues. IF he does not repair the issues within 30 days, then you go to your municipal...

Can my landlord arbitrarily assess a 250.00 fee for future replacement of carpet for perceived pet damage?

I agree with counsel. This is simply not permissible. You can simply tell him - NO ! Also, ask him where in the lease it allows for this. Make...

Am I responsible for remaining months of rent if I break my lease because my disabled husband is unable to shower or bathe?

I am terribly sorry to hear that. If I were you I would talk to the landlord, and based on the situation, ask if they would kindly allow you out...

Of course you can fight it. They need to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you indeed committed the offense alleged I agree, I would hire...

speeding in a school zone is a strict liability offense. You will be convicted for sure. Jail ? Not very likely. I have never seen anyone go to...

Their is a rental home across the street from me that the tenants have now come out at 12:30 am shooting a handgun into the air?

Automatic weapons are HIGHLY regulated, and I highly doubt the weapon was automatic. Regardless of that, landlord are not responsible for the...

i guess i am a little confused. Are you thinking he is not old enough to sign a contract ? The gas company does not care his age, so long as over...

Since you are late on rent, she does not need to give you a 30 day notice, she can simply give you a 3 day notice and then file for eviction. The...

So why would he pay rent ? What happens if he does not ? He likely cannot be evicted. Can he be locked out, maybe. Then what ? I guess he would...

You do not qualify for counsel in a civil case, only criminal. I am not sure what an indigent hearing is on a civil case. You either need to...