Questions answered by Jason C. Beahm

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Change of mgmt during my lease won't follow through with agreement of small rent increase I was promised.

Jason's answer | Answered on May 13, 2009

Here is the key question: Do you have the promotion anywhere in writing? I am guessing that the answer is no. If you don't, there are some...

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Can a landlord change my locks if I'm current with my rent, under a lease and while I'm out of town?

Jason's answer | Answered on May 13, 2009

I practice in California and I know that changing the locks here is illegal. I believe this is a general rule of landlord-tenant law so it is...

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Change in the customer agreement, with DirectTv.

Jason's answer | Answered on May 13, 2009

In short, no. When a party attempts to make a material modification to a contract, the other party has the right to terminate the contract and...

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I have recently broke up with my girlfriend of 5 months.

Jason's answer | Answered on May 11, 2009

People often seek legal advice when they actually need relationship advice. The truth is, by the time any legal action would occur, your stuff...

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What will be the results of pleading guilty to a misdemeanor graffi offense for a minor? 1st offense/

Jason's answer | Answered on May 11, 2009

Results are very difficult to predict. No attorney would be able to give you a clear answer to a question like this. I would speculate that...

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My Girlfriend of 9 years passed away in January from cancer, I am recieving bills for her still.

Jason's answer | Answered on April 30, 2009

I am sorry for your loss. This kind of thing is not uncommon with debt collectors. They are often very robotic and do not respond logically...

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What are the chances he will get probation? and what in your opinion do you think he's looking at?

Jason's answer | Answered on April 30, 2009

First, bear in mind that without a complete account of the facts, I cannot give a legal opinion. Your husband should schedule an appointment and...

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I want to stop phone service with at&t. they say i have a contract that automatically renews every 3 years. Can i beat this

Jason's answer | Answered on April 29, 2009

In general, you should be able to get out of your contract with AT&T in a variety of different ways. Considering the amount of time you have...

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I am in Oregon and recv'd a DUI. I had pulled into a dark parking lot by a drive thru bank that was hidden by a large hill.

Jason's answer | Answered on February 25, 2009

Maybe getting a lawyer will be worth it, maybe it will not. However, you are a fool if you do not at least consult an attorney. You can find one...

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Repairs to an apartment unit.

Jason's answer | Answered on February 20, 2009

Your situation certainly sounds terrible and I would suggest that you first contact the landlord and try to convince him or her to make the...

Jason C. Beahm's Answers (620)

Change of mgmt during my lease won't follow through with agreement of small rent increase I was promised.

Can a landlord change my locks if I'm current with my rent, under a lease and while I'm out of town?

Change in the customer agreement, with DirectTv.

I have recently broke up with my girlfriend of 5 months.

What will be the results of pleading guilty to a misdemeanor graffi offense for a minor? 1st offense/

My Girlfriend of 9 years passed away in January from cancer, I am recieving bills for her still.

What are the chances he will get probation? and what in your opinion do you think he's looking at?

I want to stop phone service with at&t. they say i have a contract that automatically renews every 3 years. Can i beat this

I am in Oregon and recv'd a DUI. I had pulled into a dark parking lot by a drive thru bank that was hidden by a large hill.

Repairs to an apartment unit.