Questions answered by Michael Dale Mahon

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Can my co-tenant withhold her portion of the rent in an attempt to coerce me into giving our landlord 30 days notice?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 03, 2017

Your co-tenant sounds like a real winner. I wouldn't say going to small claims court is fun for everyone, so maybe you should consider how much of...

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Do I get my deposit back after losing an unlawful detainer case where the lease says a deposit can't be used for rent in Ca. ?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 03, 2017

I am amazed that there is a lease that says the deposit cannot be used for unpaid rent. The landlord would be specifically waiving their rights...

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Do I have to pay the rent amount my landlord quotes or the amount listed in our lease agreement?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 03, 2017

If you had a mutual mistake, but your ten months of conduct indicate that you both believe the contract rent was $1550, as a practical matter you...

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Can landlord or workers be arrested or charged for vandalism for damaging my stuff during work? ?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 03, 2017

I am sorry to hear your landlord is mistreating you and your property. You have a right to a habitable premises, free from bedbugs and...

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Do Landlords Have to Provide Microwave For Residential Hotel Residents? ?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 03, 2017

I am sorry your landlord is not living up to their responsibilities. 1. If the microwave was a part of you apartment when you leased it, it would...

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RV OWNERS LEGAL RIGHTS ON PROPERTY EVICTIONS

Michael's answer | Answered on October 03, 2017

That is a tricky question, and the answer depends on whether you have the RV in storage on the property or if you are actually living in it. 1. If...

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My civil limited judgement was $3000 in 2011 and is now $35000 due to court and attorney fees. What does limited imply?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 03, 2017

I am sorry to hear about these difficulties. Your given facts do not paint a complete picture, so I am going to answer with some assumptions,...

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What do I do when my x owes arrears and lives in Hawaii now and puts everything in his wife's name they own a restaurant

Michael's answer | Answered on October 03, 2017

I am sorry to hear you have not been paid what you are due. If this is a marriage-related debt, there are a number of extraordinary remedies in...

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What are my options if my Ca home was foreclosed on in 2015 while I was actively participating and paying on a loan mod program?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 03, 2017

I am sorry to hear that you were getting the run-around. Unfortunately, it is typical. If you did not receive proper notice of the foreclosure, it...

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Mid-month rent increase and they made me pay it 14 days later or threatened a 3 day or quit?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 03, 2017

I am sorry to hear your landlord is dealing with you in such a heavy-handed way. 1. If your written lease provides language regarding notice,...

Michael Dale Mahon's Answers (94)

Can my co-tenant withhold her portion of the rent in an attempt to coerce me into giving our landlord 30 days notice?

Do I get my deposit back after losing an unlawful detainer case where the lease says a deposit can't be used for rent in Ca. ?

Do I have to pay the rent amount my landlord quotes or the amount listed in our lease agreement?

Can landlord or workers be arrested or charged for vandalism for damaging my stuff during work? ?

Do Landlords Have to Provide Microwave For Residential Hotel Residents? ?

RV OWNERS LEGAL RIGHTS ON PROPERTY EVICTIONS

My civil limited judgement was $3000 in 2011 and is now $35000 due to court and attorney fees. What does limited imply?

What do I do when my x owes arrears and lives in Hawaii now and puts everything in his wife's name they own a restaurant

What are my options if my Ca home was foreclosed on in 2015 while I was actively participating and paying on a loan mod program?

Mid-month rent increase and they made me pay it 14 days later or threatened a 3 day or quit?