I am renting a house that is infested with rats and black mold and landlord is not pumping septic that needs pumped what do i do
Elizabeth's answer
|
Answered on August 26, 2011
Start with giving your landlord written notice of the septic and demand that he fix or repair it immediately. Keep a copy. When he ignores you, go...
Archived
I have neighbors who have the police at their house once a week for domestic violence, drugs etc, last night shots were fired.
Elizabeth's answer
|
Answered on August 26, 2011
Yes, you can. There is a specific statute on point. Look up RCW 59 18 510 or thereabouts, and follow the procedure to the letter. Hope this helps....
Archived
I have a court date for a restraint order against me. Do I need legal representation for this appearance in court?
Elizabeth's answer
|
Answered on August 26, 2011
The problem is these are serious charges with a civil level of proof, especially in Pierce County the court is very inclined to enter DVRO's just...
Archived
Who is most effective relocation attorney in Kitsap county.
Elizabeth's answer
|
Answered on August 26, 2011
And if previous counsel is not available, find Philip Wade. He's very good.
Elizabeth Powell
Archived
Should we give up the earnest money?
Elizabeth's answer
|
Answered on August 26, 2011
Be careful taking legal advice from your lender. I cannot tell from what you relate where the earnest money should have wound up. It is entirely...
Archived
Question for WA state: Have you known of case law where the judge granted the plaintiff attorney fees for filing quiet title?
Elizabeth's answer
|
Answered on August 26, 2011
Quiet title does not carry a statutory provision for attorney fees to the prevailing party. But you might want to look to your title insurance -...
Archived
How should I word the notice to vacate? Are there some things that need to be in there to make it valid
Elizabeth's answer
|
Answered on August 26, 2011
Whether or not a 20-day is appropriate depends on whether you have a lease agreement with your tenant or a month to month. If your agreement says...
Archived
Can I sue my kid's dad for putting lies in his declaration during a custody case or for putting in private things about the chil
Elizabeth's answer
|
Answered on August 24, 2011
His statements are privleged and you can't sue him for lying to the court. Well, you could but your case would be dismissed and you might have to...
Archived
My landlady is keeping our $300 damage deposit and our $1,225 last months rent we paid when we moved in 5 years prior. legal?
Elizabeth's answer
|
Answered on August 24, 2011
Sounds reasonable to me, too. Last month's rent is supposed to cover rent, not damage, but with a small damage deposit, you may be actually getting...
Archived
Unreasonable child support
Elizabeth's answer
|
Answered on August 24, 2011
Child support is based on a math formula. There is a little bit of give in the formula, but not a lot. The time limit for reconsideration in WA is...
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
The Avvo Rating explained
The Avvo Rating explained