I am being sued for student loan debt. The summons say I have to respond. How do I respond and what steps do I need to take?

You should contact an attorney for a couple of reasons: First, you (correctly) want to make sure you are filing the correct paperwork Second,...

Do I have any options other than formal foreclosure when my ex has a judgment appearing on my property?

A deed in lieu and cash for keys are effectively the same thing as far as your house is concerned - you are agreeing to give up possession and...

I rent a apt. in a 12 unit building in IN. If I get bed bugs, what is the state law on who pays to exterminate them.

There is no specified rule - it depends on your written contract and what the local housing ordinances require. For example, if your lease says...

I am assuming that Discover obtained the Judgment prior to the time that you filed a bankruptcy. If that is the case, you should contact your...

How long do I have to vacate my apartment after being served an eviction hearing

Mr. Coe is correct - the first hearing will be an eviction or immediate possession hearing. The second hearing will be to determine the amount of...

What to do about a lease that is signed now my landlord wants me to sign a different one thats dated 10 months ago

If you sign the new lease, then you would effectively be agreeing to get rid of the old lease and be bound by the terms of the new lease. You can...

Statue of limitations on rental

Generally, the Statute of Limitations if there is a written lease agreement is 10 years and if there is no written lease agreement it is 6 years. ...

Me and my wife live in a section 8 app.. And we got approved 2 yrs ago, abut now there saying that they deny people misdameanor

Unfortunately, local housing authorities are allowed to establish rules that they will not allow applicants with a criminal history to apply. I do...

Rental house..tenant is late 20 days on rent...excuse after excuse why rent is not paid can I pack her stuff up

The short answer is no as Indiana does not allow what is referred to as a 'self-help' eviction. If you want to do anything that would affect your...

How long should I be a power of attorney to tie up so loose ends?

The practical question of how long you should continue to be the power of attorney is something really between you and your friend. There is no...