After signing a 1 year lease contract can I be ejected from the premises because of smoking in a non smoking property

First, if this is HUD housing, HUD had taken the position (and I believe they still hold it) that as a federal program they can't help you with...

Deposits withheld. Do I have a legal right to dispute? If so, how do I go about doing so?

You can file a claim in small claims court. Your first step is always to send a demand letter to your landlord, explaining what money you think...

I own a Manufactured Home on a rented space in a community, how can the park rules prevent me from having a dog in my house?

There's no reason a landlord has to allow you to have a dog. Just because you own the building doesn't mean that dogs don't raise concerns about...

What legal issues should I be aware of and prepared for as an independent film producer? What are the most common problems?

With a question this broad, Avvo might not be the place to start. You might want to instead get a book or two on the topic. You don't make it...

I want to know if we would hurt our small claims case against our landlord if we tell our story to potential renters?

I'm not sure that you do yourself any favors by badmouthing your landlords to other renters at this time. I imagine you think you're doing a public...

What is the next step for the landlord after the 7 day notice if I still can't pay the rent ?

The only thing I would want to add to the answer given by Mr. Parks is that if you don't attend or resolve the matter by the first appearance and...

My landlord locked me out and took possession of my personal property with out any notice or filing an eviction.what do i do?

Unlawful entry and eviction include statutory damages claims for up to double the amount of rent owed. There are also statutory damages available...

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Vermin: landlord's responsibility or tenant's? Oregon

Your rights aren't clearly defined. As you state, you have a right to move into a rat-free environment. After that, whether preventing and...

Is there a case law # ordnance or law # for landlord tenant , can a landlord charge you for carpet stains after you have moved

ORS 90.300 is the ordinance. A link is below. Really all it says is that the landlord may withhold from the security deposit any amount that...

Can a landlord make you sign a new lease agreement raising your previous late fees of $5 a day to $25 a day?

While $100 flat late fee is about the largest I've seen considered not to be excessive, I would speculate that $25/day almost certainly is...