I signed a years lease. The landlord did not disclose that a the elevator would be out of order for two months. ?

This analysis is very fact intensive. Did the landlord's agent do an inventory and condition form before you took possession? Did they provide it...

What can I file against my landlord after part of our apartment was on fire?

Has the Fire Department conducted an inspection of the building? I would call the Fire Dept. and ask them to inspect if they have not. It must be...

If I wasnt served properly am I still responsible for the attorney fees?

If your neighbor was over 18 and of sound mind, probably. Did your neighbor give it to you? I assume so. If your contract calls for attorney...

Review the Hawaii Landlord Tenant Handbook at https://cca.hawaii.gov/hfic/files/2013/03/landlord-tenant-handbook.pdf You did not say how long they...

Without knowing exactly the documents you were served with, it is hard to give you guidance. However, based on my experience, you are required to...

The Hawaii Landlord Tenant Act only states a one month as the minimum period for a rental in order for the agreement to be under that Act. If the...

Are there tax implications for filing for bankruptcy?

Good News! The law is clear that, generally speaking, the discharge of debts in bankruptcy, unlike most other types of discharge, of indebtedness...

Land owner sold us an acre on the Big Island - she died after we paid it off but did not pass along the conveyance/deed?

There is a mechanism through the courts to deal with this type of situation. It will take some research and in at least one case, we hired a...

How do i take my name off of the title of a property with multiple owners?

If the other owners agree to allowing you to remove your name from the title, you would need to have an attorney draft a quit claim deed, assuming...

What must i do if i cant make a court date?

You do need to seek legal advice. Contact the clerk's office to confirm the correct court date and time; you need to be there on time or early to...