You should have your own copy of the agreement. If your copy does not have the white-out that changes the meaning, a judge is likely to find that...

Am I still responsible for the lease or did the act of taking my keys break the lease agreement?

It's hard to say how a court will view this. The landlord's acceptance of the keys and acknowledgment that you no longer live there is certainly...

How do I find a roommate who moved out but is still on the lease?

It is likely that you are both liable to pay the rent to the landlord. If she doesn't and you can't pay all the rent, you may be evicted. Your...

What does this 60 day notice look like and where can I get it?

The following text is adequate. Just copy and paste it onto a document. Fill in the blanks. Change 30 to 60 as appropriate. THIRTY DAY NOTICE TO...

Can you please explain how a judge ruled on a eviction in favor of the landlord although I have not been convicted of a crime?

As noted, the criminal prosecution you face is a totally separate issue. I hope you are working with a criminal attorney on probable cause for the...

Can I take management company to small claims court due to no heating in apartment?

Habitability is certainly an issue going forward, but I don't think a judge in small claims court will give you back the rent that you already...

The balance of the lease which is 6 months which is what she wants anyway hoping to extend the lease.

You've included a very large number of very complicated issues that cross over between LL-T and Domestic Violence. You will need an attorney to...

Can I deduct my heating bill from my rent when landlord has failed to fix windows?

You are referring to the "withholding rent" remedy. It is very risky, but it might work for you. Essentially, you notify the landlord that you...

Is there any way we could break the lease because of these issues? If so, how?

A lease is merely a contract. Contracts are broken all the time by big companies and by little people like you and me. The question is what damages...

Am I legally allowed to ask my management to deduct my rent for this month due to the inconvenience I have experienced?

You are legally allowed to ask for anything. The manager is legally allowed to deny your request. This is how the lawyers make their money. The...