Can I relocate within state with my children if there is not legal custody agreement?

If you are still married, but there is no pending court case or court order, you can move. But your wife could then file for divorce and custody,...

Can a mechanic keep a cash down payment to begin a job, and never give it back?

You can sue him in small claims court if you can find his address for the court to send him a summons. But the filing fee is probably $50 or so.

Im in Ohio and my lease is a periodic tenancy continuing on a year to year basis and I pay rent monthly. When can I move?

You can leave at the expiration of the current renewal term. Check the lease to determine if it renewed for a year or month to month. Also check...

It is unlikely they would sue you for one month's rent, but they could. And they could also make an adverse entry on your credit record, lowering...

Can I evict my daughter out of the house that I rent?

Check with your local court. Some courts require the owner to file an eviction, others allow a tenant to file an eviction. Use the Find a Lawyer...

Can a creditor take electronics such as phones, televisions, laptops, or an xbox?

Yes, in theory, if you are 18 or older. And if they could find those items. But it would be impractical and not worth their time or trouble. It...

Will I receive legal ramifications if I keep the money?

Notify your bank that the check could be fraudulent and have them confirm that your account is secure.

How do I evict my 28 ye old daughter ?

If you just call a locksmith and change the locks, she and her boyfriend would be out. She could then sue you for unlawful eviction, but that...

What can I do // Can I sue my landlord // Leaking ceiling, ceiling caved in?

Call the health dept. and the building dept. The premises are not livable. That is called "constructive eviction." You could move out and sue...

Is there away to get your property back without going through eviction proceedings ?

The CDC moratorium on evictions only protects a tenant from eviction for non-payment of rent. It does not protect a tenant from eviction when a...