If I were you, I would file an Amended Bill of Particulars ("BOP") immediately with the Court and serve it on the Defendant the same day. This...

What is my obligation as explained in the section below (landlord and tenants)?

Your question raises some common questions in a residential foreclosure action. Query: What rights does the new residential owner have and what...

The fact that you moved out is only part of the Unlawful Detainer ("UD") case. The Landlord is claiming not only back rent but also possession in...

Is a 15% late fee for late payment on rent being reasonable? How do I challenge the reasonableness?

Virginia Code Section 55-248.7 permits late charges in residential rental agreements. If your lease falls within the confines of the Virginia...

Does she legally still have to pay her last months rent?

Based on your stated facts, you have a month-to-month oral lease with your roommate. You are correct to give her a 30 day notice, hopefully in...

What can I do as a landlord to protect my home or any damages subtenants may cause? Should I raise the rent & deposit?

Given your statement that your residential lease restricts the use of the premises to "a single family of 2 adults and 2 children," the Tenants...

You raised several important issues. The first is that the Landlord never demanded payment. As the Tenant, you have the right to a 5 day notice to...

Property owner changed locks before eviction hearing & now can't get my belongings

Based on what you stated, you have been constructively evicted by the Landlord, who is your son. No matter what a residential lease provides, if...

Can I do anything about neighbors smoking in apartment hallways?

If you live in an apartment building, there are generally rules and regulations that are made a part of the lease. In today's environment of...

How much can I claim in a "summons for unlawful detainer"?

Generally, you are entitled to claim all the rent that is in arrears, plus the late fees, if any is provided for in the lease, through the date of...