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Do I have to pay all my rent if my landlord didn't provide me with a working hotwater tank for the end of june n 4weeks in July,
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Answered on August 05, 2013
You cannot abate rent without going through the County's rent abatement program. Otherwise, if you abate rent without authority, it is grounds for...
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Can you reschedule a summons and complain filing date if papers were not served 8 days prior to filing date?
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Answered on August 05, 2013
You *might* be able to get the court to agree to issue you a new initial date. Otherwise, they may dismiss it for failure to serve properly. Or,...
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Can I get evicted if I asked landlord to use my security deposit to pay the last month of my lease?
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Answered on July 31, 2013
Technically, yes. Once your rent becomes due and you don't pay, the landlord can issue a 5-day notice to pay or vacate and if you still don't pay,...
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If I recently split with my girlfriend and asked for a ring back that I have a receipt for, do I have the right to it?
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Answered on July 30, 2013
You can sue in small claims for replevin. Engagement rings are considered "conditional gifts" that are to be returned if marriage never occurs. A...
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Is it legal to fire an employee based on rumors the employer was told by other staff members?
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Answered on July 30, 2013
I'm not so sure there's any claim you have based on the termination as you were an at-will employee merely accused of sharing information the...
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What are my rights if my wages were incorrectly garnished for ~3 years? Credit ruined.
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Answered on July 27, 2013
The previous attorney is correct. Obviously you were harmed tremendously by this error and someone is at fault. You will want to consult with an...
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Amendment to lease forfeit deposit if move out early, is this enforceable by law?
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Answered on July 27, 2013
It's arguable this is not an enforceable lease provision and if it's past the 21-day deadline, this landlord might be in some deep water. You...
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Should I pay shopko civil demand!?
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Answered on July 24, 2013
Just to "add to the choir," so to speak, $300 isn't worth this headache and stress. You might even be able to work out a lower payment amount as...
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May I represent myself in court since I have no more money to spend on attorney fees?
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Answered on July 24, 2013
You can certainly be pro se and the judge will be fair regardless of whether you have an attorney or not. We are hired to "zealously advocate" on...
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Through the State of Wisconsin, would I be eligible for any compensation in wrongful termination?
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Answered on July 24, 2013
If you are attempting to make a claim for worker's compensation with the injury being one of mental health, those are incredibly difficult, if not...
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