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answered on Apr 27, 2022
Try your local Senior Services agency, local legal aid, or the Ohio Dept. of Aging PASSPORT program.
https://aging.ohio.gov/care-and-living/get-help/home-and-community-care/passport-1
But those services might not help to contest a will. If there is an estate with money, and someone... View More 
My signed lease states rent payment of $895.00. But the set rental price is $995.00 on their website and online resident portal. Does the leasing office legally owe me for overpayment? Can it be applied to my next months rent?
answered on Apr 27, 2022
You are only legally obligated to pay the rent specified in the written lease that you and landlord both signed. You'll have to work it out with the landlord. Take a copy of your written lease to the landlord and show them that your lease says $895. If you have overpaid, and landlord... View More
In 2019 we got a dog. Then she became everyone’s since I worked. He would always say it’s his dog but no legal papers saying he has ownership. Recently he moved. And I registered her under my name and now he is threatening to sue me. And he didn’t care about her for over a month since he’s... View More
answered on Apr 27, 2022
A dog is considered personal property. If he sues you to get the dog, the court will determine who is the rightful owner based on all the evidence and testimony. You can use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local attorney if he sues you. Until then, you don't have to respond to him.
they said the whole house smells like cat urine, but we have multiple litter boxes, and nobody has agreed with our landlord. we prepaid 4 months worth of rent, and they’re keeping it and kicking us out, they said they have to replace carpets, but isn’t that what the security deposit is for?
answered on Apr 27, 2022
When a tenant vacates, landlord must give a tenant a written notice of any security deposit or money retained. Landlord must give the notice within 30 days after the tenant vacates. If not, then tenant can sue landlord in small claims court for the return of the money. If the tenant has given... View More
My daughter received a letter from the new management of her apartment complex and it explained to her that her old contract was no good anymore. The new contract is requiring her rent to be raised $400 per month, pay new application fee, new security deposit, $300 dollar nonrefundable deposit for... View More
answered on Apr 27, 2022
Sale or management change of property does not change the terms of an existing lease or terminate an existing lease. The new owner/manager takes the property subject to the leases in effect until the specified expiration date in the lease. But when that lease expires, the new owner/manager can... View More
We previously worked for a Chicago-based Marketing Agencies developing websites. We're wondering now if we can display those websites in our portfolio legally. There was no written agreement with the agency. We're worried about getting sued if the agency sees those websites in our... View More
answered on Apr 26, 2022
If there was no written agreement with those agencies, then you retain the copyright in the materials that you created for them. They have the right to use the websites, but you actually own the copyright. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local intellectual property attorney to review the... View More
additionally, Notice of application to relieve estate from administration.Stating the assets in the estate do not exceed the statutory limits.
If I know of any reason why the application should not be granted, I should appear and inform the Court. does a certified letter to the court suffice?
answered on Apr 22, 2022
A relief from administration is filed when the estate is small. You can file a claim with the estate, or If the probate court holds a hearing, you can attend that. Call the court to find out the status and any scheduled hearing. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local attorney to review the... View More
It's been over 30 days.. is there a way to expedite this divorce?
answered on Apr 22, 2022
The court sets the schedule, and there is not much to be done to hurry it along. Talk to your attorney or use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local family law attorney.
My Aunt's boyfriend of 20 years passed suddenly. They had finally decided to get married after all this time. My Aunt has cared for ailing family members for a long time and that being the reason they hadn't done it yet. Her boyfriend was extremely organized and responsible and had a will... View More
answered on Apr 21, 2022
If there is no will, then your aunt has no legal claim to his estate, unless she can claim reimbursement for any expenses she paid on his behalf or if there is any personal property that they owned jointly. A friend or caregiver has no legal status without a will directing that they receive... View More
We allowed her son to come stay with us for what was suppose to be two weeks, six months later he has finally moved out. But because he still left some belongings here and hasn't changed his address he thinks he still has full access to the house, he claims he consulted the police department... View More
answered on Apr 19, 2022
You need to call the police and find out who said he could kick the door in, and if a police officer actually said that. If an officer actually did, you need to talk to the police chief. That is really bad advice for the police to give. Someone breaking in like that could get shot by the... View More
Drawing of the required work. He provided me with a estimate upon receiving the estimate it did not match the drawing/ scope of the work needed exactly, a conversation was had and an updated price was arrived upon based on the estimate to match the drawing. Nothing was confirmed via contact or on... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2022
There should always be a written, signed contract for construction work which specifically defines the scope of work, with signed change orders for any deviations from the contract's scope of work. The contractor might be in trouble if it failed to provide all the required consumer protection... View More
Hired contractor to build home in September, he had one application for septic turned in that would be $20,000 over, it is now April and no permits have been issued. Looking to see options to get initial payment back and go with different builder.
answered on Apr 5, 2022
What you can do depends on the terms of the contract that you signed. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local construction law attorney who can review the construction contract and its requirements, and advise you of your options.
previous members with limited knowledge are saying the other party is actually at fault and owes us. Are we liable for a contract we didn't sign and do not have a copy of?
answered on Apr 4, 2022
If a creditor claims that the non-profit owes money, then the creditor has to provide proof of that claim, such as a written contract signed by an authorized board member or officer of the non-profit, unless the creditor claims it was an oral contract. If the non-profit refuses to pay, the... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2022
If you appear at the hearing and can prove that the landlord accepted rent payments from you, then the court might dismiss it. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local real estate attorney to review the facts, contact your landlord, and advise you.
answered on Mar 29, 2022
A local court or judge might have given an opinion on what it includes in that term. If not, then the parents will have to try to work it out. Check if the parenting agreement requires mediation before going to court. If mediation doesn't resolve it, then file with the court for the judge to... View More
years. And am also over his healthcare. We plan on holding our property undivided half interest, fee simple, with right of survivorship... now our sister has a power of attorney he granted her about 12 years ago. Will she be able to sell his interest or otherwise intervene in our property?
answered on Mar 29, 2022
You and your brother each should consult with an estate planning attorney. Jointly owning property has potential unforeseen problems. At a minimum, you should have a co-ownership agreement regarding the property, who pays what, etc. There also are Medicaid issues, and perhaps VA issues. Use the... View More
My daughter live with me. Will not do chores when she has her phone
answered on Mar 28, 2022
It depends on what the parenting agreement says regarding communications and cell phones. Try to work it out.
Check if the agreement requires mediation of any disputes. If that doesn't work, then file with the court for a clarification.
They had Orkin spray three times but the bed bugs came back and are biting me really bad. I just want to get rid of them for good. I also have physical problems such as leukemia, anemia and prostate cancer.
answered on Mar 28, 2022
Call the board of health. They might come out and issue an order to landlord. But if landlord is having Orkin come out already, that might satisfy the board of health. Ask Orkin what more needs to be done. If only one apartment is treated, the bugs can go next door, and then come back when the... View More
We don't want to refinance just sign off
answered on Mar 28, 2022
The mortgage holder would have to sign a release, and is unlikely to do that. Call them mortgage holder.
I was out of town on a business trip and unable to ensure my rent was posted from my mailbox. When I got back there was a notice on my door to vacate the premises. I went to their office the next day March 9 and explained what happened. They seemed agreeable and gave me a receipt for my rent. I... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2022
Check with the court to determine if the eviction has been dismissed or if the hearing is still scheduled. If the hearing is still scheduled, attend and explain to the court what happened. It might get dismissed. Work it out with the landlord or use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local... View More
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