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Home is hotter and colder inside than outside!

Nicholas's answer | Answered on July 09, 2015

You are entitled to heat but not necessarily to air conditioning. It may depend on your lease. Send the landlord written notice of the issue and...

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Is quiet enjoyment violated when a landlord takes over 1.5 years to renovate a building with constant disruptions and noise?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on July 09, 2015

You may be entitled to some refund of rent paid. But, if your lease ran out, you could be subject to eviction after sufficient notice. 60 days is...

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Leasing a commercially zoned property to residential tenants in Los Angeles

Nicholas's answer | Answered on July 09, 2015

If the property is zoned commercial, it is possible to get the zoning changed. That requires a request or petition to the zoning department of the...

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What is an effective way to deal with a neighbor who is suspected of trespassing and stealing?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on July 09, 2015

You can try contacting the police. I don't think they would do much other than take a report based on your description. You can try setting up...

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Can someone receive welfare from a child and have a significant other work 40 hours a week while living in the same household?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on July 09, 2015

If you are not collecting welfare benefits improperly, you should not have any problem and unless you are receiving some benefits, you likely have...

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Can I get court relief if Hotel contract states "I will not be asking for any refunded money" but had no hot water for 4 days.

Nicholas's answer | Answered on July 09, 2015

You may be entitled to some refund, but if you stayed for the full 4 day period, then your claims will most likely be limited. A partial refund...

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Can I be sued by a renter of a home owned by a neighboring landowner after entering into an agreement with the landowner only?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on July 09, 2015

Yes you could be sued. Anyone can sue anyone for anything. The better question is would you prevail? It may depend on your agreement with the...

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I have a written signed agreement from my ex-girlfriend that she would see me no matter if we would break up. What can I do?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on July 09, 2015

Without seeing the agreement it is hard to say whether it is enforceable. You might want to take it to a local attorney for review. Without...

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My cell phone provider told me I was eligible for an upgrade. They mislead me into signing another two year contract.

Nicholas's answer | Answered on July 09, 2015

Most likely there is no case here. There is generally no such thing as a free upgrade or free phone. It is fairly common knowledge, and the...

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I am an atty in Vacaville, CA. I have a friend who recently bought a sailing yacht that has many warranty issues - Who can help

Nicholas's answer | Answered on July 02, 2015

I agree that multiple attorneys might be needed. I would start by reviewing the warranty and the sales contract which may have venue and choice of...

Nicholas Basil Spirtos's Answers (14282)

Home is hotter and colder inside than outside!

Is quiet enjoyment violated when a landlord takes over 1.5 years to renovate a building with constant disruptions and noise?

Leasing a commercially zoned property to residential tenants in Los Angeles

What is an effective way to deal with a neighbor who is suspected of trespassing and stealing?

Can someone receive welfare from a child and have a significant other work 40 hours a week while living in the same household?

Can I get court relief if Hotel contract states "I will not be asking for any refunded money" but had no hot water for 4 days.

Can I be sued by a renter of a home owned by a neighboring landowner after entering into an agreement with the landowner only?

I have a written signed agreement from my ex-girlfriend that she would see me no matter if we would break up. What can I do?

My cell phone provider told me I was eligible for an upgrade. They mislead me into signing another two year contract.

I am an atty in Vacaville, CA. I have a friend who recently bought a sailing yacht that has many warranty issues - Who can help