Is this considered retaliation?

I agree with Mr. Moens. Iowa Legal Aid knows a lot about this stuff, and if you qualify, they do not charge for their services. Otherwise, contact...

I agree - there is no limit to the cop's following you. But there may be other reasons why the search was unlawful, and if you have been charged...

Is it possible to get a restraining order?

Does your cousin live in your home? Talk to your cousin and find a way to agree that he friend isn't welcome. You could also talk to the police...

Can I be evicted by landlord retaliation ?

First, do you really want to stay in a place with a carbon monoxide leak and no utilities? Sometimes people can't afford to move, but it sounds...

Landlord sent a notice that they will not be renewing my lease and I paid for the full month can I still be on the premises?

The 30-day notice must be served 30 days before the end of a rent period, and expires when a rental period turns over. So if your rent is paid on...

Can I break a lease if my wife wants to move on campus to a university housing apartment?

Probably not. But if you find a person to take it over your landlord will probably be reasonable. Talk to the landlord.

Can I revoke my signature from misrepresented lease on the basis of race?

If this is actually true, your landlord is violating both state and federal laws, and they're in for a world of hurt. You could contact a...

Retroactive expenses. 50/50 split

If you told him you paid for your kids' lunches, but you really didn't, that could easily be construed as fraudulent. It may depend on the exact...

Do renters have a right to 'take a knee' and quietly protest conditions at their apartments?

Generally, probably yes. If the sidewalk in front of your apartment is public property, your First Amendment rights would protect your protest on...

I also believe you have probably been scammed. If I were you, I would not send any more money to anybody related to this "loan." And as others have...