There is a common law duty imposed on landlords that comes to mind--the covenant of quiet enjoyment. The covenant of quiet enjoyment is an...

Landlord tenant rights under OR law, landlord is not fixing problems and has been put on notice what are a tenant's rights

Beginning with your rights, ORS 90.320(1) begins with "A landlord shall at all times during the tenancy maintain the dwelling unit in a habitable...

What is the process or is it legal to evict a roommate from a signed lease in Oregon?

Eviction is not an easy process. A tenant does have duties, that if breached, can be grounds for eviction. What you describe is a breach of...

I have a question regarding my legal options with a roommate issue

You should watch how Judge Judy handles the smaller issue of utilities. You have a contract with your roommates for utilities. Chasing the...

Is a landlord required to paint the apartment before the tenant moves in

Your landlord could have a contractual duty to paint before you move in if the lease agreement states that the landlord will paint before you move...

How long do I have to keep the possessions of a tenant who was evicted and who chose to leave the possessions in the apartment?

Your journey begins by sending a Notice of Right to Reclaim Abandoned Property drafted in compliance with ORS § 90.425. Actually, all of Chapter...

How to Acquire Title by Adverse Possession of Real Estate

Adverse possession claims get litigated. Handling this type of case without an attorney is a challenge. You are likely going to need to write the...

Does a quitclaim deed need to be recorded in order to be valid?

The quitclaim deeds you describe seem valid, but to secure your interest against "bona fide purchasers for value," you will want to record them. ...

I may end up letting my home foreclose, Will the bank Choose Judicial or Non-Judicial Foreclosure? (they have a right of sale)

Historically, banks have used non-judicial foreclosure to get the property. Under ORS 86.770, the ability to go after a deficiency has limits. If...

Convey and quit claim to herself a life estate and for life with the remainder to all my kids

A "life estate" is an estate planning tool that can be useful in certain situations. You stated that you are being asked to sign a quit claim, but...