Is this legal

You don't offer enough information to tell you much. Is the old lease a term lease or month to month? Was proper notice given to terminate the...

Of course he can blame you. But can he prove it? Only you and he know that. If you did not cause the infestation, you should not have to pay for...

Does the term "serve notice" have to be in writing? Can it be verbal?

Check the contract - any well-drafted contract will specify how notices are to be served. If it is silent on the topic, you both may have an...

If a landlord get's a judgement for past due rent and evicts a renter (house rental) can he have your wages attached?

Assuming he properly completes, files, and serves the correct paperwork, you bet he can garnish your wages or bank account(s) and he can make you...

Can I file a criminal complaint against my tenant for bouncing checks?

Yes, you certainly can file a criminal complaint with the police. That said, however, the police and/or district attorneys office may elect to not...

You don't say whether a probate of your mother's estate has been filed in court. If so, you are entitled to regular notice of the proceedings and...

What actions can we (beneficiaries) take re: to a family member (trustee) for possible breach of fiduciary obligation?

It is a bit unclear as to what the current status of things is. Has your father's estate been probated? Did his Will create a trust upon his...

Do I get a copy if my lease?

Yes, you are absolutely entitled to have a copy. The landlord is supposed to keep a copy on hand at her office. You might consider showing up...

Can a landlord charge for a 60 days notice if tenants vacated the property at the end of their lease?

First issue is do you owe it? Only a careful review of the terms of the lease can answer that. Pay particular attention to the provisions...

Hello, My landlord is refusing to reimburse me for $6000.00 worth of damaged furniture. Can I take legal action?

Can you sue the landlord? Of course you can. Will you win? Hmm... much may depend upon what the actual cause of the leak was; what, if...