Abandoned?

Whether property is "abandoned" in Michigan is a question of intent, so there is no black and white answer as to how much time must pass before...

Your brother and sister are "co-trustees", that is the correct term under Michigan law. Some trusts allow one trustee to act alone, so I would...

Landlord refuses to fix problems in rental unit. What can I do?

A few options: You could stop paying rent altogether, wait for the landlord to file an eviction action, and then the judge your side of the story....

HI< i am a very concerned and worried home owner so far we have had 4 claims with our neighbors tress damaging our property help

Unfortunately the only way to pursue this is sue him for trespass and damages. It is not a simple thing to do and you will likely need help from...

If a document is notorized with the notary's stamp but not the state seal is it still a legal document and will hold in court

A notary seal is not necessary. In fact, a notary is not necessary. His signature alone is enough to enforce the agreement in court. It was...

When can a home seller change their mind?

I agree with Attorney Frederick -- you may file a claim for "specific performance" to force the seller to sell the property. You should put in...

Is my curent husband responsible for my past debt? I live in michigan.

No, not if he is not on the credit card or did not sign for the debt. Good luck. Glenn R. Matecun Michigan Estate Planning Attorney |...

Michigan attorney with experience entering unsigned will by blind man with affidavits as to its validity

Excellent answer by Attorney Frederick as to whether the will can be admitted to probate. Here is a link to the Michigan statute as to what...

I put an offer on a short sale 3 months ago, and things looked good for closing this October...

Tough situation, and you are mostly at the mercy of the bank and sellers. The sellers don't have to sell unless the bank approves the short sale...

Our tenent has just vacated the house, breaking the lease which he signed for two years. Now he is threatening us to give back t

You need to post this for New Jersey attorneys to review. Michigan security deposit law has some very strict requirements (notices, time-frames,...