There is no time limit. Your friend will not have an occupancy claim as he is not a tenant. The only way he will become a tenant is if he offers...

I need an lawyer in Port Orchard area (Kitsap County), Washington, I have black mold & mold the landlord knew about

A landlord's duties include keeping the premises sanitary and complying with state and local law. Failure to get rid of black mold is a clear...

When can a new landlord increase rent?

Per RCW 59.18.040: Rent cannot be increased during the term of a lease (tenancy for a specified time), unless the tenant agrees to the increase. ...

My ex does not make me pay child support.Can they threaten to make me back pay?

Yes it is possible, here's a couple scenarios. 1. There may be a court order that orders you to pay child support directly to your ex. Your...

Can the prosecuting attorney force a male to have a paternity test on just the word of the mother?

The state's reponsibility is to determine the paternity of a child, so they can get a custody and child support order in place. Some one is going...

My ex was found in contempt for not paying child support. How do I enforce the orders?

You are not responsible for enforcing the child support orders or sanctions. A warrant has been issued for his arrest. If he does not purge the...

Can a lease renewal be changed or broken prior to its actual start date?

Do you wish to change the lease or break it? Any changes to the lease can be agreed upon by landlord and tenant without any penalties. 3...

Can a tenant demand a refund for repairs they claimed to have made with no proof these things were even broke?

I do not believe you would be obligated to pay the cost of repairs. For most states, the tenant is required to give written notice to the...

I live in a rooming house here in Everett. This is not a clean and sober house. I got work that over the this weekend that my

RCW 59.18.150 is the relevant statute. It provides that: The landlord must give at least ONE day's notice to show the unit to prospective...

Proving Earning Capacity in PA

A court can impute income to a part time worker if its demonstrated that she is underemployed. A court will look at all the factors to determine...