Roommates have told me to move out. They agreed to sign me off my lease. How can I get them to pay me s.dep and last month rent?

I agree with Atty. Hodge that you should try to deal directly with the landlord. If your name is on the lease, you will continue to be liable for...

I need to do a notice to quit, but my tenant can't be found.

You should sit down with an attorney to discuss whether you can prove that the tenant has "abandoned" the property. Consult your written lease if...

Am i responsible for replacing a heating system if i rent

Unfortunately, it is a fairly common clause in commercial leases for the tenant to be responsible for the heating and air conditioning. Consult...

I am seeking a pro bono lawyer for a rental/ lease matter

The Housing Courts run a Lawyer for the Day Program. If you qualify financially, the volunteers will help you with your matter. Contact the housing...

Can a person sue for psychological harrassment in the workplace?

This is not so much an education law issue as an employment law issue. I suggest reposting under the appropriate category to receive more...

How do i get a divorce when i cant find my ex

I agree with the previous answer. In addition, you should know that since you live in Haverhill, you need to file in the Salem Probate and Family...

How long dues the landlord have to take me to small claims court if i broke the lease

You might want to sit down with an attorney for a thorough review of what happened and what documents or other evidence you have to support your...

In general, there has to be a material violation of the sanitary or building code to sustain an action claiming a violation of the warranty of...

Suing high school

The following is a quote from a recent unpublished Massachusetts opinion. You could look up the cases cited if you wanted to learn more. I agree...

Tenants kids break doors and windows and then tenant calls Board of Health who finds violations. Landlords have to repair

You still need to fix the "violations." You must have strong proof of the allegations against the children or you could face sanctions if it looks...