Real Estate, Housing & Construction
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What happens if I fix the lease violation before the notice deadline?
In general, if you fix a lease violation before the deadline in the landlord’s written notice, the landlord may have to treat the violation as cured. In some situations, that can stop further eviction steps based on that...
Can a Contractor Put a Lien on My House Over a Disputed Invoice?
In Georgia, a contractor may be able to file a mechanic’s or materialman’s lien on a house if the legal requirements for a lien are met. A disputed invoice does not automatically prevent a lien from being filed. In gener...
The roofer says the leak is “normal settling” three months after replacement. What can I do?
In Pennsylvania, a roof leak that appears a few months after a replacement may be frustrating, but the right response usually depends on what the contract promised, what the roof was supposed to do, and what evidence exi...
What happens if a dog bit me while I was lawfully entering a customer’s property for work?
If a dog bit you while you were lawfully entering a customer’s property for work, the incident may be analyzed under several different legal rules in Delaware, depending on the facts. In general, dog bite claims can invo...
What happens if several small damage incidents are added together over six months?
In Minnesota, several small damage incidents may sometimes be considered together, but not automatically. Whether they are “added together” usually depends on the legal claim, the facts, and how the incidents are connect...
What are my rights if I was bitten by a dog while delivering food to someone’s house in Illinois?
If you were bitten by a dog while delivering food to someone’s house in Illinois, you may have several possible avenues to explore, depending on what happened and who may be responsible. In general, Illinois law can trea...
Is it legal for a landlord to keep both a cleaning fee and a security deposit for the same issue?
In general, a landlord may not be able to charge two separate amounts for the exact same damage, cleaning, or lease violation if that would amount to a double recovery. But whether a landlord can keep both a cleaning fee...
How do I get my deposit back from a landlord who claims excessive cleaning costs?
If a landlord in Indiana says they kept part or all of your deposit for excessive cleaning, the first step is usually to ask for a clear, written explanation of the charges and any supporting documentation. In general, y...
What are my rights if a dog bit me while I was delivering food to someone’s house?
If a dog bit you while you were delivering food in Washington, you may have legal rights under personal injury law and possibly workers’ compensation, depending on how you were working and whose dog it was. In general, a...
My Neighbor’s Construction Cracked My Wall — Who Pays for Repairs?
In California, who pays for a cracked wall from a neighbor’s construction usually depends on what caused the damage and who was legally responsible for it. In general, if the construction activity caused the crack, the n...
Is it legal for my landlord to send an eviction notice by text message only?
In Florida, a landlord’s text message may be a warning or a communication about a rental problem, but it is not always the same thing as a legally effective eviction notice. Whether a text message-only notice is valid us...
What Should I Do if I Identified the Neighbor Who Stole My Package?
If you identified a neighbor who may have stolen your package, the safest first step is usually to avoid confronting the person directly. A heated confrontation can escalate the situation, create safety concerns, or make...
Can I make a personal injury claim if I slipped on ice outside my office building?
In Missouri, a slip-and-fall on ice outside an office building may sometimes lead to a personal injury claim, but the answer usually depends on who controlled the area, whether anyone knew or should have known about the...
Do I have to pay for a broken appliance if it stopped working due to age?
In general, whether you have to pay for a broken appliance that stopped working due to age depends on what the appliance was, who owned it, and what agreement controlled the situation. In Indiana, as in many states, the...
Do I have to pay a cancellation fee to a wedding venue after they changed the date availability?
In Kansas, the answer usually depends on the written contract, the venue’s policies, and the reason the date changed. If the venue changed its own availability and could no longer host your wedding on the agreed date, th...