Questions answered by Jann Collette Washington

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Who should I contact if my landlord lied?

Jann's answer | Answered on November 12, 2016

I agree with my colleague. The finding of lead will likely cause the home to be deemed uninhabitable. Therefore, you would be able to move from...

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Can I use bankruptcy for medical debt as a college student?

Jann's answer | Answered on November 12, 2016

I agree with Mr. Pres. You are in the best position, now, to file a bankruptcy for that debt. I would not open anything joint with your parents...

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What are options in a hit and run where i was sitting at a red light and got hit from behind,

Jann's answer | Answered on November 10, 2016

You should be able to make a claim under your own underinsured/uninsured policy. If you were injured I would recommend that you seek treatment and...

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Payment to avoid garnishment in Ohio question

Jann's answer | Answered on November 08, 2016

These creditors will continue to seek garnishment against you. I would recommend that if you have a great deal of debt you may want to consult...

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Am I legally reresponsible for a judgment against me from 2012.

Jann's answer | Answered on November 08, 2016

You should try to negotiate a settlement. If you mix your wages with your SSDI in a bank account, the creditor can attach your SSDI funds through...

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How can I pursue rent withholding such as escrow when a landlord fails to address a problem on the property other than repairs?

Jann's answer | Answered on November 07, 2016

You can escrow your rent with the local municipal court. They will have the appropriate forms available. One thing I would recommend, however,...

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Is there any recourse if you buy a house and within the first two months nothing works

Jann's answer | Answered on November 07, 2016

This is the reason people spend the extra 300-500.00 to get a presale inspection of the property. The only thing I can say is that if these were...

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What type of lawyer do i need if I believe we have been put into foreclosure due to a mortgage company failing to respond to us

Jann's answer | Answered on November 07, 2016

Unfortunately this is a common series of events heard in the foreclosure defense community. There may be defenses to your foreclosure action, but...

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If a client writes last monthly payment in the memo of their check is that legally binding?

Jann's answer | Answered on November 07, 2016

No, writing anything in the memo line does not satisfy the debt. The contract is what controls in this situation. If it truly were the final...

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If my landlord owns 2 houses on the same property. Does he have the right to only raise my houses rent and not the other house.

Jann's answer | Answered on November 05, 2016

A landlord can raise the rent in negotiating a new lease. He does not have to have a reason. That is part of the negotiation. If you cannot...

Jann Collette Washington's Answers (872)

Who should I contact if my landlord lied?

Can I use bankruptcy for medical debt as a college student?

What are options in a hit and run where i was sitting at a red light and got hit from behind,

Payment to avoid garnishment in Ohio question

Am I legally reresponsible for a judgment against me from 2012.

How can I pursue rent withholding such as escrow when a landlord fails to address a problem on the property other than repairs?

Is there any recourse if you buy a house and within the first two months nothing works

What type of lawyer do i need if I believe we have been put into foreclosure due to a mortgage company failing to respond to us

If a client writes last monthly payment in the memo of their check is that legally binding?

If my landlord owns 2 houses on the same property. Does he have the right to only raise my houses rent and not the other house.