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Do I have to leave if the landlord says the lease will not be renewed but I never got court papers?
In Mississippi, the answer usually depends on whether your rental term has actually ended and whether the landlord is trying to remove you the right way. If your lease is ending and the landlord has given proper notice t...
Can a Contractor Put a Lien on My House Over a Disputed Invoice?
In Michigan, a contractor may be able to place a lien on a house if the contractor claims unpaid money for labor, materials, or improvements to the property. A disputed invoice does not automatically prevent a lien. In g...
My roommate changed the WiFi password even though I pay half. Is that a legal issue?
In general, a roommate changing the WiFi password can be more of a housing or relationship dispute than a clear legal problem, but it may become a legal issue depending on how the internet service is set up, who is the a...
What happens if my spouse refuses to sign a quitclaim deed after divorce?
In Connecticut, what happens next usually depends on what your divorce judgment, separation agreement, or property orders say about the home and the title transfer. A quitclaim deed is often used to transfer one spouse’s...
What happens if the prenup says my spouse keeps the house but I paid for renovations?
In Connecticut, the answer usually depends on what the prenup actually says, how the renovation money was treated, and whether the agreement clearly addresses improvements to the home. If the prenup says one spouse keeps...
Can I get reimbursed for hotel stays if my apartment was uninhabitable due to flooding?
In Idaho, you may be able to seek reimbursement for hotel stays if flooding made your apartment uninhabitable, but the answer depends on the facts, your lease, the cause of the flooding, and who may be responsible. In ge...
Is it legal for a towing company to keep my car until I pay cash only?
In Nevada, a towing company may sometimes keep a vehicle until lawful towing and storage charges are paid, but the details matter. Whether a company can insist on cash only depends on the agreement, the type of tow, the...
What happens if the landlord’s eviction notice asks for more rent than I actually owe?
In Louisiana, if an eviction notice or other demand to pay rent says you owe more than you actually owe, that may matter a lot. In general, a landlord must give a tenant notice that is accurate enough to support the evic...
What are my rights if a loose dog attacked me in my apartment hallway?
If a loose dog attacked you in an apartment hallway in North Dakota, you may have rights under general animal-liability, negligence, and premises-liability rules, depending on who controlled the dog and what happened. In...
What are my rights if maintenance workers installed a camera in my unit without permission?
In Washington, if maintenance workers installed a camera inside your rental unit without your permission, that may raise serious privacy and landlord-tenant concerns. In general, a tenant has a strong expectation of priv...
Can I Break My Lease in Oklahoma Due to Unsafe Structural Conditions in My Apartment?
In Oklahoma, a tenant may sometimes be able to end a lease early if the apartment has serious unsafe structural conditions, but the answer depends heavily on the facts and on what the lease says. Not every repair problem...
What are my rights if my landlord refuses to fix a broken heater in winter?
In New Hampshire, a broken heater in winter can raise serious habitability concerns, especially if the apartment becomes unsafe or unlivable. In general, landlords are expected to keep rental housing in a condition that...
Can I sue a contractor for unfinished kitchen work if we only had text messages and payment receipts?
In general, yes, a contractor dispute can sometimes be pursued even if the agreement was mostly handled by text messages and payment receipts. In Montana, as in many states, the lack of a formal written contract does not...
My Car Was Repossessed With My Personal Belongings Inside — How Do I Get Them Back?
If your car was repossessed in Georgia and your personal belongings were still inside, the lender or repossession company usually must allow you a reasonable opportunity to recover non-car items. In general, a repossessi...
Can a landlord refuse to fix a leaking roof for months?
In general, a landlord cannot ignore a serious roof leak forever, but the exact answer depends on the lease, the condition of the property, how severe the leak is, and what Kansas law requires in the particular situation...