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I have a rodent problem that the prior tenant had as well?the problem has gotten worse is this grounds for constructive eviction
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Answered on March 08, 2011
Quite possibly, especially if the landlord had prior knowledge of the condition and you had no part in creating it. Notify the landlord immediately...
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Just returned from a very painful biopsy of both breasts. Can I sue? Ditto with my mammogram.
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Answered on March 08, 2011
If you have not sustained serious or permanent injuries, while this technician may not be the most sensitive or skilled in the world, he/she is not...
The driver of a pickup truck I rear-ended claiming injury when he clearly was not.
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Answered on March 08, 2011
You never know, because some injuries take time to develop. If you're adequately insured, you should be fine. You can use any statements made...
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Is a previous landlord allowed to call our current landlord to obtain personal information about us?
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Answered on March 07, 2011
If it's completely false and you suffer damages as a result, you may have a cause of action for slander. With a good letter to you former landlord...
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I don't want to renew tenants' lease in June. What if they refuse to leave?
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Answered on March 07, 2011
Depends on the language of your lease agreement and whether you live in a rent controlled jurisdiction requiring just cause. If not, you may be...
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My bedroom closet has water damaged. My bathroom vanity smell likes mildew. What are my rights?
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Answered on March 07, 2011
Your landlord should respond and make professional repairs within a reasonable time. That usually means a week or so. You should be given a rent...
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Can i use wrong 'lease term dates' to move out?
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Answered on March 07, 2011
You're better off negotiating with your landlord to breach the lease and move out. Alternatively, you could gather evidence and perhaps citations...
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Can a realtor represent me in a eviction in Port Jervis, NY
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Answered on March 07, 2011
Only attorneys admitted in that jurisdiction can represent you in court.
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My former landlord did not give back my deposit, and is now threatening a court case. What are my rights?
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Answered on March 07, 2011
Sue your landlord in small claims court for your deposit. Sounds like breach of contract and fraud.
Landlord not abiding by lease, trying to evict for terms in lease and demanding repairs.
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Answered on March 07, 2011
Check with a local attorney, but most states have statutes prohibiting retaliatiton in this context, meaning the landlord cannot raise the rent...
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