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Landlord keeping security deposit for tree/rock removal, debris clean-up; he's trying to sell the house quickly at my detriment.

Matthew's answer | Answered on August 04, 2014

Your landlord can only take repair costs out of your security deposit "that are the direct result of conduct not reasonably expected in the normal...

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Tenant doesnt move out buy date of judgement for possession of property, what should i do first, call a sheriff out to property

Matthew's answer | Answered on August 04, 2014

The next step is to apply for an order of eviction with the court -...

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Landlord says I'm not main tenant on lease just roommate and I cannot have a Esa dog because of mental issues.

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 31, 2014

You certainly have an argument that the Fair Housing Act and other applicable laws would apply to your situation. For instance, the Fair Housing...

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Can the state of Michigan deny unemployment benefits if you were let go because of job performance?

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

Though I don't know all the facts or where you are in the appeal process, it sounds like you stand a fair chance of winning on appeal. Being...

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What are all the places I can call when my rights are violated by a job/employer?

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

You can file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) at their Detroit field office. The EEOC is a federal agency that...

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Do I get paid the PTO I earned if I was fired?

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

Because you didn't do the work in Michigan, you'll likely have to seek your wages back under Indiana law, which I don't practice and therefore...

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Moved my girlfriend in and it did not work out. How do I evict her

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 21, 2014

Assuming you own the property, you'll have to serve her with a 30-day written notice to vacate...

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Does my son have any recourse regarding an employer who has not paid him?

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 17, 2014

Filing a wage complaint with MIOSHA's Wage & Hour Division might be a good place to start....

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Dire need letter?

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 14, 2014

Though not all facts of your case are known, a dire need letter may help. Imminent homelessness can justify expediting your hearing. Your letter...

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I am current on my rent. I just found out the house is in being foreclosed on. What are my options?;

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 07, 2014

You will likely be able to serve out the term of your lease, so long as you continue to pay the monthly rent. If you have a significant period of...

Matthew Clark's Answers (502)

Landlord keeping security deposit for tree/rock removal, debris clean-up; he's trying to sell the house quickly at my detriment.

Tenant doesnt move out buy date of judgement for possession of property, what should i do first, call a sheriff out to property

Landlord says I'm not main tenant on lease just roommate and I cannot have a Esa dog because of mental issues.

Can the state of Michigan deny unemployment benefits if you were let go because of job performance?

What are all the places I can call when my rights are violated by a job/employer?

Do I get paid the PTO I earned if I was fired?

Moved my girlfriend in and it did not work out. How do I evict her

Does my son have any recourse regarding an employer who has not paid him?

Dire need letter?

I am current on my rent. I just found out the house is in being foreclosed on. What are my options?;