House we are renting has been put on market by Landlord and we have had to stage house and constantly so it can be shown. Legal?

Your lease agreement should specify under what conditions the landlord and others can legally enter the home without your prior authorization. You...

Eviction process - pauper's affidavit

Every JP is different, but generally your spouse's income should be considered in determining whether you are a pauper.

Can my apt complex shut off the water for 8 hrs a day for 2 weeks?

Generally, a landlord can shut off utilities for construction, emergencies, and repairs. The landlord's actions may be legal, but you still might...

Generally a landlord can refuse to renew a lease for any reason that is not discriminatory or retaliatory (retaliation is defined in the Texas...

How to file a counter claim on eviction or is this a separate matter?

If the landlord delivered the notice to vacate improperly (it should be: (1) hand-delivered to you or an occupant or (2) mailed to you or (3)...

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Generally, if you notify the landlord by certified mail, return receipt requested, about an issue in the rental property that is a threat to your...

My 6 plex apt burned to the ground. 5 units were occupied. 2 Tenants jumped from second floor and one fractured both hills.

I would recommend hiring an attorney. An attorney can help you with the insurance claim, with terminating the tenants' leases if their units are...

Generally, if the manager or landlord have already signed the new lease without making any additional changes, they may be able to claim you are...

Moved in apt to help her finish her lease since she lost her job

You can file suit in small claims court for the fair market value of your belongings, as long as you are not asking for more than $10,000. The...

My question is : What are the remedies afforded a tenant in an unlawful eviction case? Can you recommend a lawyer?

Generally, you have five days to appeal a JP court eviction judgment. In the appeal, you may be able to get a judgment in your favor for your...