Can I be charged back-rent, interest, and penalties for paying verbally agreed to rent instead of written contract rent?

I agree with Attorney Rensch. Even though the lease prohibits oral modification, the former landlord's conduct in accepting the modified rent...

My new born premie has passed and it was stated on my taxes I was claiming him as a dependant. Now that im not what do I do?

This is so unfortunate. You can have your employer give you a new w-4 form to fill out.

How do I get spousal support ordered, when it wasn't ordered during the court hearing?

If you did not ask for it before the divorce was finalized, you most likely have waived the right to spousal maintenance. You should consult with...

My husband passed with no will & left me as beneficiary. Are his kids entitled to 1/3 of everything incl retirement & life ins?

There will be a beneficiary designation on the retirement and life insurance. These assets pass outside of probate and go directly to the named...

A relative of mine just died intestate in Louisiana with several debts, Can I begin to sell things remotely to satisfy these?

No. You don't have the ability to dispose of assets unless you either are appointed as personal representative of the estate or qualify to file...

What to do when your spouse dies

If the house is your only asset and you own it jointly, then you only need to record your spouses's death certificate to own it outright. If you...

The guardian can give consent on behalf of its ward. What constitutes misconduct is a very fact specific and varies from case to case. It depends...

Cant sell anything for 4 months?

Don't believe everything an EA tells you! I'm not sure what is in the trust and what is in the will, but the four month period applies to...

How long is a legal separation valid?

A legal separation can last forever but if you are concerned about having to pay him spousal maintenance, the court applies the same criteria...

How can I serve a dead person?

You cannot serve a dead person. You can serve their estate in a civil matter. Here, if there is a legally-appointed guardian, you might be able...

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