Rental attorney

This isn't really a question. If you are wondering how to get a copy of your lease, there isn't an easy answer. There is no law that requires your...

Can a landlord in SLC, Utah evict a tenant for not providing a social security number?

It would depend on what the lease says. A tenant can be evicted for any breach of lease (after a proper notice period). If the lease says all...

Can I reclaim use of a driveway that runs over my neighbors land to my garage?

If it has been 18 years since the driveway was blocked and you haven't used the driveway in that time, I believe the statute of limitations on any...

Can I buy a window AC unit and take off my rent?

Maintenance of air conditioning is required by the Utah Fit Premises Act. However, before you can deduct rent, you have to follow the notice...

What custody route would be best?

If this is going to be a long-term arrangement, an adoption is your best route. Even though adoption takes longer and is expensive, the rights you...

Does the new Utah state law offer the same protections for bona fide tenants that are occupying the foreclosed home after truste

The House Bill that you are referring to was from the 2010 general session and is now codified as Utah Code 78B-6-901.5. That particular statute...

Is there anything my daughter can do.

I'm usually on the landlord's side of these things, and if the landlord's point of view, the tenants are equally obligated to follow the terms of...

Singing an affidavit is not a concern as long as you are truthful, don't admit any liability, and don't confess to any criminal activity. My...

What can i do if my old landlord refuses to pay back my security deposit even after i won the case?

You do not mention whether or not you have obtained a judgment in the case. With a judgment, you have a lot more options when it comes to forcing...

How could my wife and I get out of apartment lease early?

Short answer: no. Nothing you've described is the landlord's fault. You could possibly start a nuisance eviction against the problem tenant, but...