Lawrence Hindin Geller's Answers (183)

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Before i moved out of the house im renting i asked the landlord for a walk through he came with a repair man

Lawrence's answer | Answered on June 18, 2015

I agree with Attorney Chan. The key is that "the cost is itemized and substantiated".

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My mother has passed and the apartment that she lived in has had the locks changed and will not let me in without a court order.

Lawrence's answer | Answered on June 13, 2015

Attorney Rogers and Attorney Cook are correct. Avvo has thousands of lawyers listed and by checking out their profiles and their ratings, you...

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Can i get back my security and pet deposit?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on June 13, 2015

If you have not already read the answers given by my colleagues, READ THEM! You are in the right and your landlord's position is contrary to the...

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Security deposit and landlord issues

Lawrence's answer | Answered on June 13, 2015

Although I am not licensed to practice in Illinois, I have read Attorney Brinkmeier's comments and agree with him regardless of the state. In...

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Landlord issues

Lawrence's answer | Answered on June 13, 2015

I agree with my colleague. The need to keep the apartment clean and free from dust, pollen and other like irritants is not the duty of the...

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Does a father automatically get rights when paying child support?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on May 15, 2015

In most states the obligations of providing support for one's child is separate from his or her parental rights. In California (where I am...

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Tenant just moved out and lived there for 1 year. Can Landlord deduct for paint marks made from their furniture?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on May 01, 2015

I agree with my colleague. His answer is spot on. The issue is whether or not a mark or to is ordinary wear and tear. Good luck.

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My husband has been divorced for five years and paying alimony for 8 years.

Lawrence's answer | Answered on May 01, 2015

I agree with my colleague that you should carefully read the Judgment of Dissolution with respect to how long spousal support should last. If your...

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My divorce was dismissed, how long does it take to unfrozen his 401k and pension account "? Do l need to refile immediately?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on May 01, 2015

Without knowing the facts of your case and why your Petition for Dissolution was dismissed you must take action immediately to prevent your husband...

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Does child support get reduced ?

Lawrence's answer | Answered on May 01, 2015

Congratulations. The short answer to your question is probably not. Since there is an existing order already in place, while your new arrival...

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