Questions answered by Susan L. Hutchinson

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What happens if someone dies without a will?

Susan's answer | Answered on March 29, 2019

It is called dying intestate, and the laws of our State determine how his assets will be divided and passed on to his relatives. You will need the...

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How do I transfer my mothers lots in my name it’s 4 lots total ?

Susan's answer | Answered on March 25, 2019

Sounds like you will have to Probate your mother's estate. Schedule a consultation with an experienced Probate attorney in your area.

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Do I have to pay my landlord rent since I'm giving him a 30 day notice on the 21 and my rent is due the 1 of next month?

Susan's answer | Answered on March 21, 2019

Rent is always due while you are living in the dwelling. Even if you are being evicted, you most likely will be reponsible for the rent that may...

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I had an eviction and then paid the rent except a some fees. If the landlord accepts the payment can I still be evicted

Susan's answer | Answered on March 20, 2019

Unfortunately, the landlord would have to agree to stop the eviction process otherwise, if you are late with your rent, you can be evicted even...

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How do I go about getting a divorce ?

Susan's answer | Answered on March 20, 2019

you can file for divorce. Best to seek our an attorney to assist you through the process.

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What are my rights as a landlord with tenants who are pushing us for extensive repair work that we cannot afford?

Susan's answer | Answered on March 20, 2019

too many issues and too much to discuss in this venue regarding your situation. Best to schedule a consultation with a landlord/tenant attorney to...

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There a noisy air conditioning machine and fridge running at night, can I terminate the lease and move out?

Susan's answer | Answered on March 18, 2019

unfortunately, neither of those issues are grounds that excuse you from the terms of your lease. Best to make a request in writing, mailed to your...

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Landlord withheld deposit for more than 30 days. Doesn't he now owe 3x the amount?

Susan's answer | Answered on March 17, 2019

you certainly are free to try but there is more to it than just proving the refund was late. You must show that it your ex-landlord acted in bad...

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What happens if the landlord waits more than 90 days to execute a writ of possession?

Susan's answer | Answered on March 16, 2019

usually, a writ of possession is only good for 60 days from issuance. Check with the Clerk of Court about whether the writ you are referring to...

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Can my landlord evict me after I paid her partial payment on rent I owe?

Susan's answer | Answered on March 12, 2019

paying partial rent is not paying your rent and it sounds like you were evicted for not paying the rent you owed. If you didn't appeal your...

Susan L. Hutchinson's Answers (4619)

What happens if someone dies without a will?

How do I transfer my mothers lots in my name it’s 4 lots total ?

Do I have to pay my landlord rent since I'm giving him a 30 day notice on the 21 and my rent is due the 1 of next month?

I had an eviction and then paid the rent except a some fees. If the landlord accepts the payment can I still be evicted

How do I go about getting a divorce ?

What are my rights as a landlord with tenants who are pushing us for extensive repair work that we cannot afford?

There a noisy air conditioning machine and fridge running at night, can I terminate the lease and move out?

Landlord withheld deposit for more than 30 days. Doesn't he now owe 3x the amount?

What happens if the landlord waits more than 90 days to execute a writ of possession?

Can my landlord evict me after I paid her partial payment on rent I owe?