Questions answered by Richard Jonathan Cahan

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Do I have rights from constant noise and the throwing of cigarette ashes onto my property in a apartment setting

Richard's answer | Answered on July 06, 2014

Thank you for your posting. Your situation is a difficult one. The landlord may have some liability to assist in the matter. You could consider a...

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Can I sue my roommate?

Richard's answer | Answered on July 06, 2014

Depending on the value of the couch and the table, and your attachment thereto, I would recommend giving these items back. The statutes specify...

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Is it legal to give a notice to vacate for non payment of rent on the first if rent is due on the first

Richard's answer | Answered on July 06, 2014

The notice to vacate for non payment of rent cannot occur on the same day as rent was due. So from what you posted then no, that notice was not...

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How long does the eviction process usually take?

Richard's answer | Answered on July 04, 2014

I agree with Ms. Broussard and would like to add a detailed timeline for an eviction in your case: Notice to vacate by July 11 (not 100% sure...

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I am being sued for eviction.

Richard's answer | Answered on July 04, 2014

I agree with Ms. Broussard. The first step would be to contact the landlord and see if you can get them to drop the suit. Otherwise you can send...

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Can a landlord keep my security deposit after he fails to make ready the apartment and I choose not to rent the unit?

Richard's answer | Answered on July 04, 2014

Thank you for your question. You state that there is not a written lease, is that correct? If he has not provided minimal living conditions then he...

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How long to keep a tenants belongings when they left voluntarily and were behind on rent?

Richard's answer | Answered on July 01, 2014

Do you have a written lease? If not, STOP!!!!! Do not take any actions to remove the property. Doing so can result is you being liable to the...

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Question about landlord's duty to mitigate damages

Richard's answer | Answered on July 01, 2014

I agree with Mr. Koel and add that a full review with an attorney of what actions you took and the evidence is highly encouraged! If you cannot...

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Can I evict if the tenant pays the rent late but refuses to pay the late fees that are stated in the lease?

Richard's answer | Answered on July 01, 2014

I agree with Ms. Broussard completely. If you have a written lease then you can proceed, most judges do not award late fees, so try to act solely...

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New tenant is destroying my fence; property manager said I cannot complain. I lived here 18 yrs, no problems EVER like this

Richard's answer | Answered on July 01, 2014

Thank you for your question. Do you have any animals that would escape due to the fence damage? How are you harmed by the fence damage, other than...

Richard Jonathan Cahan's Answers (1732)

Do I have rights from constant noise and the throwing of cigarette ashes onto my property in a apartment setting

Can I sue my roommate?

Is it legal to give a notice to vacate for non payment of rent on the first if rent is due on the first

How long does the eviction process usually take?

I am being sued for eviction.

Can a landlord keep my security deposit after he fails to make ready the apartment and I choose not to rent the unit?

How long to keep a tenants belongings when they left voluntarily and were behind on rent?

Question about landlord's duty to mitigate damages

Can I evict if the tenant pays the rent late but refuses to pay the late fees that are stated in the lease?

New tenant is destroying my fence; property manager said I cannot complain. I lived here 18 yrs, no problems EVER like this