Questions answered by Gary D. Strauss

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We have a no dog policy where we live. my husband has ptsd and have a prescription for a therapy dog can she make us move 4 it?

Gary's answer | Answered on March 12, 2015

Call the Fair Housing Center in Detroit

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Time to appeal from a circuit court.

Gary's answer | Answered on November 13, 2013

Look at MCR 7.204. Generally you have 21 days from the date of the judgment or order is entered, which might not be the same day the judge...

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If you take a deal can you appeal if your lawyer made you take the deal and told you what to say in front of the judge

Gary's answer | Answered on July 25, 2013

Depending on the facts there may be grounds to withdraw a plea, however it generally is very difficult to do. I assume that the judge complied...

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How long is the process when a 2nd appeal has been filed.

Gary's answer | Answered on July 18, 2013

Generally the process doesn't change although it might help if a motion for immediate consideration is filed. This might make sense in a situation...

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In need of a very good/ excellent appeals attorney in Lansing or Kalamazoo . Please recomended?

Gary's answer | Answered on June 23, 2013

I agree with Joshua that you should contact the State Appellate Defenders office or possibly Michigan Assigned Appellate Counsel (MAACs) where you...

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CAN LANDLORD INCREASE RENT ON A LEASE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE LEASE.

Gary's answer | Answered on June 04, 2013

I agree with Kristine. Although a lot of form leases are filled with legalese, you should be able to locate the section on utilities and see if...

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Do i need a laywer ? i got an eviction notice an it has no reason i dont pay late or anything can they do that.

Gary's answer | Answered on May 20, 2013

I agree with Alan. The first step would be to contact your landlord or loan servicer. Unfortunately it is not uncommon for mortgage loan...

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I have a 3 foot encroachment of my driveway onto my neighbors lot that he wants compensation for prior to selling my house.

Gary's answer | Answered on May 14, 2013

I agree with counsel. While there may be an action for adverse possession, it would be best to try to see what he is looking for. It may be a...

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Can someone interpret this for me? I want to break my lease but I really want to make sure I know what I'm doing.

Gary's answer | Answered on April 30, 2013

I agree with Maxwell that the clause arguably could be used to go after you for remaining rent under the lease. It would also be necessary to...

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My landlord does not have a rental compliance certificate and according to the county the property is in foreclosure do i have

Gary's answer | Answered on April 29, 2013

Generally you are not liable for rent if the landlord does not have a certificate of occupancy. You should check the local code and check how the...

Gary D. Strauss's Answers (33)

We have a no dog policy where we live. my husband has ptsd and have a prescription for a therapy dog can she make us move 4 it?

Time to appeal from a circuit court.

If you take a deal can you appeal if your lawyer made you take the deal and told you what to say in front of the judge

How long is the process when a 2nd appeal has been filed.

In need of a very good/ excellent appeals attorney in Lansing or Kalamazoo . Please recomended?

CAN LANDLORD INCREASE RENT ON A LEASE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE LEASE.

Do i need a laywer ? i got an eviction notice an it has no reason i dont pay late or anything can they do that.

I have a 3 foot encroachment of my driveway onto my neighbors lot that he wants compensation for prior to selling my house.

Can someone interpret this for me? I want to break my lease but I really want to make sure I know what I'm doing.

My landlord does not have a rental compliance certificate and according to the county the property is in foreclosure do i have