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The trash compactor is in the very back of the complex and it makes it very frustrating trying to take out the trash especially during the cold seasons. We literally have to drive it over cause it's the equivalent of 3 blocks away. Probably 5 blocks if you live in the farthest part of the... View More 
answered on Sep 17, 2016
There is no law I have heard of that regulates the number and distance to trash collection sites.
I've recently noticed that when I come from being at work all day, and I go to take a shower and there is hot water for only 10 minutes. The water heater is not broke and I've heard it turn on without having used any hot water in my apartment. Is it legal for an apartment complex to do... View More
answered on Sep 17, 2016
Potentially legal, see the law on the topic here: http://www.oregonlaws.org/ors/90.532
answered on Sep 8, 2016
Assuming all the formalities of a contract exist, and putting aside any statute of frauds issues, yes. A contract does not have to be witnessed to be valid.
That said, the statute of limitations for breach of contract is 10 years, so you may not be able to collect.
currently living in an rv on a friends property because no one will hire me. This was my first "offense" ever and I got it from defending myself from a meth addict psycho ex boyfriend of mine (yes I'm the female). He was extremely abusive towards me multiple times but never got... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2016
Here is the statute:
http://www.oregonlaws.org/ors/137.225
As a general proposition, that can be expunged.
answered on Sep 8, 2016
No hearing is held that day. Call the court or go the next day to find out when the hearing is supposed to be.
It is supposedly being occupied by the new owner not being officially turned over as a rental. Our deposti refund included a subtraction for cleaning fees but I'm not sure if we really owe those. thank you.
answered on Sep 5, 2016
It does not matter how you became no longer the tenant, you are responsible for all of the legal fees/deposits that you would be as if you decided to move on your own. That said, not all fees and deposits are legal. Review the following to see.... View More
I reside in Oregon and the accident happened in Oregon. Employer is not being professional about the situation and neither is their workmans comp agent. The accident occured on July 20th and I have not received payment for lost wages and my medical bills are not being paid. Driving is part of my... View More
answered on Sep 5, 2016
The first question is, did you file for worker's compensation yet? Sounds like it, but make sure you do to ensure the WC carrier is on notice.
There is no problem with claiming the wages through your own insurance, but just know your own insurance will then seek reimbursement from your... View More
So on August 12 I put in a three week notice to my employer stating my resignation. I ended up being fed up with the lies and behavior or my employer and sent a text telling her i quit around 4pm on saturday the 27th, two weeks of my three in my notice. She (my employer) is now telling my... View More
answered on Aug 31, 2016
You are not required to sign anything as to a termination, other than if you are receiving a severance. As to when your check with all of your final pay is due, since you quit with less than 48-hours notice (the three week notice was moot when you quit earlier), your final pay is due as follows:... View More
Tenant took on temporary roommate for three mos, with verbal agreement only.
answered on Aug 25, 2016
This could get complicated quickly. This also depends on the lease, written or not. I would suggest contacting a local landlord-tenant attorney who handles the landlord side of things to have them take care of it. This is because if you screw up, you will need to hire an attorney to fix it, which... View More
The construction consisted of removing a large chunk of wall in my daughter's room, my room and hallway for plumbing. My daughter is two and couldn't be left in her room or my room to sleep or play because they were sealed with only plastic. I also work from home in music and had to... View More
answered on Aug 23, 2016
You should have come to an agreement with your landlord before moving out to cover all of these expenses. I would contact a local landlord-tenant attorney to discuss in greater detail.
The judge declared the case as not a tort, despite multiple (uncontested) tortuous acts.
answered on Aug 12, 2016
The judge has wide discretion, and if the judge who has years of legal education and experience says it is not a tort, then it probably is not a tort.
I moved into my unit 8 months ago, new floors were put in before I moved in. My landlord now wants me to completely move out for two weeks (including all my furniture) so he can put new floors in my unit, then I'm supposed to move back once the work is done. So basically I'm being asked... View More
answered on Aug 10, 2016
Unless your lease says differently, you should not have to move out unless you agree to (assuming you are not on a week-to-week lease). That is, if he wants you out, he should pay you to move you. I would suggest contacting a local landlord-tenant attorney in your area (might have to try Bend) to... View More
My landlord kick me out because I was behind on rent a month and a half. I met him in court where we stipulated for an agreement of $200 I owed him if he would give me 30 days to move out. He agreed and I went home and started packing. On the date in which I was supposed to pay he would not... View More
answered on Aug 10, 2016
I personally do not do debt collection, but I believe as part of your judgment you can get the costs and attorney's fees back for going after this debt. Thus, I would suggest finding a local debt collection attorney to discuss, with them taking your case on a contingency basis so you can... View More
answered on Aug 9, 2016
"in danger of legal action against me" very much so, if your renter does not have renters insurance or enough of it. Are you liable, that is a much more complex question. If this actually happened, versus theoretical, contact your own insurance company to put them on notice of a claim.
answered on Aug 8, 2016
If you are in fact an independent contractor, then yes, they could do that as you are not their employee. However, you may not be an independent contractor and instead should be classified as an employee. If you were an employee, then you would have to be paid for those hours, in addition to a lot... View More
answered on Aug 1, 2016
Then it has to follow the written notice requirements here: http://www.oregonlaws.org/ors/90.155 which does not allow for notice via text/email.
I live in Oregon and I just got a 30 day written demand letter for $10,000 in payment for damages exclusive of PIP for a personal injury claim. After those 30 days, they will file a lawsuit under ORS 20.080. They sent her medical records and bills in a CD and the total medical charges on her are... View More
answered on Jul 25, 2016
When you say you are under your dad's business insurance, if you mean his auto insurance, then just send this to your auto insurance carrier. They likely already have this, but this is just a tool attorney's use to try and get the insurance companies to skip the BS and get to a fair... View More
A tree was planted without permission and we want to remove it when they leave and charge their deposit for costs. Can we charge them to "repair" the lawn back to what it was before, using only a clause "tenant must surrender property in as good condition as was received" or... View More
answered on Jul 23, 2016
The problem is, is removing the tree a repair, and is it damage? Generally adding something like that is not detrimental to the property, and trees often enhance the value to the property. Where you did not have a clause in your lease, it would be best to not charge the tenant, as if they... View More
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