An, alleged, libelous publication was sent to a person's (former) employer, public and government agencies; cont. injuries.

It would depend on the information, who it is being provided to, and how you have been damaged. If the claim involves the lawsuit that was filed...

Is it legal to record a conversation (just voice, not vid) if notice is given in writing

What you describe would not be sufficient notice to get around the potential criminal and civil penalties or to be able to use the recording at...

It it illegal to discreetly record audio in your own space if you do not own that property, I.E. a college dorm?

In order to validly and legally record audio, you must have consent from all parties to the conversation. Recording without consent can result in...

Do I need a Real Estate attorney to deal with my HOA?

You can ask the HOA to perform repairs. It seems they plan on doing them, but on a certain pace. If you perform the repairs yourself, you might...

HOA TREE DISPUTE there is a 30 ft. Ponderosa nuisance pine that is NOT part of the landscape master plan it is a volunteer or

Submit a claim to the HOA insurance company. They may force some action. If that does not work, you may have no other remedy but to file a...

Can I again ask the HOA for a payment plan and add a confession of judgment?

Yes, you can ask them, but they don't have to agree, especially if they don't think you will be able to make sufficient payments and keep up with...

Does lack of heat constitute an 'emergency'? Am I obligated to provide access to my unit and liable for costs if I don't?

A landlord is required to provide heat. If there is a problem with the heat in the building, the landlord would likely be justified in entering...

We applied for low income housing and waiting on the list for 3 years.

They generally consider all sources of income to determine if you qualify for low income housing. There is a process for appealing adverse...

Townhouse. Roots growing into sewage line, all drainage is blocked. Tree in common area. Drain clogged from unit to main.

The HOA is responsible for common area plumbing. If roots are causing the problem and you can establish where the roots are coming from, you...

If you were contractually obligated to pay the maintenance fee and did not, they could report that to the credit reporting companies. Whether you...