Should I report my situation as rape?

I completely agree with Mr. Bodzin's thorough response and only wish to add that what you describe is clearly criminal behavior, regardless of...

Do I have a right to sue the Realty company or the owner of the house for non disclosure of lead paint & code violations?

I know of no legal requirement that the landlord have filters in the furnace or clean air ducts. Yes, you were supposed to have gotten a lead...

Can a landlord give me a 10 day notice to vacate an apt. just because of one small violation?

It sounds as if your landlord is being a bit aggressive. If a tenant, in violation of the rental agreement, keeps a pet capable of doing damage to...

Do I need Contract law attorney

These sorts of situations are highly fact specific and the only way to know anything is for you to provide a local attorney copies of ALL the...

Does a roommate still pay his half of the rent to me even though there is an eviction process going on ?

It is not clear whether your roommate is also on your lease or if you are subletting to him and you are his landlord (likely if he pays his rent to...

What are my options if my apartment complex won't change the carpet? The previous tenant was a heavy smoker.

You can at least ask them to replace it or perhaps have it shampooed and deodorized but in the end, unless you can prove that it is truly causing a...

I was told without an up to date lease, he can't really hold me liable for anything above my deposit

You can most likely be held liable for the damages you cause, above ordinary wear and tear. That said, even if you damage the carpet, the very...

I know of no reason you cannot have a For Sale sign posted in the car windows anytime that it is parked. To have it posted while you are driving...

How long do I have in the state of Oregon to be in a house if they evict me?

You definitely need to consult with an attorney. Do you have a copy of this "living trust" you refer to? It may or may not give you possessory...

Does my mom have rights to dead boyfriend (of 9 years) to any of his stuff?

Without a Will specifying it, your Mom has no right to inherit anything of her boyfriend's and it will most likely go to his next of kin. And his...