Can my mortgage lender (credit union) garnish our wages for a deficiency balance after they have foreclosed on our property?

It depends on whether they utilize the judicial process or the non-judicial process. If they use the judicial process they can assk for a...

Tenancies at will or sufferance don't fall under the RLTA and don't require any particular notice. I respectfully disagree with the previous...

How can you tell if a landlords actions void the lease?

Luckily, you have a remedy. Start by advising the landlord in writing of the issues you are having with the house, namely that there are (or were)...

Can i sue my landlord for negligence?

Arguably yes, but it would be much better to review the remedies that are available to you now. I've written a legal guide on this, but in a...

How should this be handled correctly? (Landlord with extremely odd case)

If your rent is normally paid on the first of the month, and either you or the tenant wants to end the tenancy, then notice has to be given at...

Am i legally resposible for the return of items in storage?

It would be a lot cheaper for you to simply return the property than face a lawsuit for replevin where you could be ordered to pay her attorney...

Tenant on a month to month lease refuses to pay 3 months of pending rent and vacate premises

You start with a 3-day notice to pay rent or vacate. If the tenant does not leave voluntarily, you hire a lawyer and commence an unlawful detainer...

What is the process if my spouse does not concur with the filing for dissolution following a legal separation?

It only takes one person to decide they want a divorce. Your husband may not like it, but it is not necessary that he agree. Hope this helps -...

Landlord Harrasment & Retaliation

The 20-day notice you received is a no fault notice. Your landlord is just telling you that the tenancy is over. The problem is that if you claim...

Received a call from a William Baker at Ross and Crim in Batavia, NY. Need to find out if this law firm is legitimate.

Simple place to check is http://www.budhibbs.com. He watches the debt collection industry closely and likely has information on them. Also, a New...