You absolutely could have a potential claim against the bar. New Jersey has laws under the name "dram shop" that allow injured parties to bring...

The simple answer is, not easily (more likely you cannot). Emotional distress is a term we like to throw around but in the legal community it's an...

Landlord illegally locked me out and is now ignoring a court order to release my belongings. What can I do?

Speak to an experienced Landlord/Tenant attorney immediately. Your landlord absolutely cannot lock you out and certainly cannot ignore a court order.

This is not customary. You may be dealing with an inexperienced or frugal landlord. Check the terms and conditions of your lease agreement, if...

Can a landlord force a tenant to pay all utilities in a 2 family house

First you should consult your lease. The lease should outline what you are responsible for and what you aren't. If your landlord is trying to pull...

Can a house be put on the market without informing the tenants?

They are not required to inform you but you may want to consult your lease to see if it has any clauses related to such a matter.

Lease being terminated and ask to vacate property bec. landlord doing renovation

It really depends. Do you sign a lease?

Can tenant make non-emergent repairs to apartment and deduct amount from rent without first advising landlord?

No, typically the tenant would have needed to work out an agreement with the LL prior to the work being done. If there is work that needs to be...

Tenant being evicted september 8 collect september rent from security deposit?

Yes, you are entitled to September's rent. Make sure when you withhold that money that you itemize it properly and provide your tenant with an...

Evicting a tenant in landlord's own home

The Anti-Eviction Act does not cover two or three-family owner-occupied homes. However the Landlord still must formally evict you just that the...