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She sent us a letter stating this dated January 16 but we’re not comfortable on a month to month lease so we’re deciding to leave March 1. My current lease states if we want to leave at the end of our lease we have to give a 60 day notice. If my landlord didn’t give us adequate time to decide... View More 
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In Florida, if your lease requires a 60-day notice to vacate and your landlord is proposing a change to a month-to-month lease as your current lease expires, the original lease terms typically remain in effect until explicitly altered by both parties. However, if your landlord's notice of the... View More
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In New York estate planning and probate, a citation in the context of a will is a legal notice issued by the court. This notice is sent to distributees (potential heirs and other interested parties) to inform them of the probate proceedings and to give them an opportunity to appear in court if they... View More
I lost my job last Oct, but im back to work full time and can now pay all the past due. I'm about 3 months behind.
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In Virginia, paying the full past due amount on your mortgage can indeed halt the foreclosure process, assuming the lender hasn't already completed the foreclosure sale. When you pay off the entire amount you owe in arrears, including any late fees and legal costs incurred by the lender as... View More
19yr old is physically and mentally fine with no problems.
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In New York, a parent is not automatically considered the legal guardian of their child once the child reaches the age of 18, as they are considered an adult in the eyes of the law. This means the 19-year-old son, who is physically and mentally capable, is legally responsible for his own decisions,... View More
2 verbal notices have been given to vacate prior to January 3, 2023.
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In California, even without a formal rental agreement, a person living in your spare room is considered a tenant under the law once they have established residency, which can happen very quickly. This means they have certain rights, including the right to receive proper notice before being required... View More
I tested positive for covid and was sent home to quarantine. Then given call off points for being made to take days off.
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In Ohio, if an employer mandates COVID-19 testing and requires employees to leave work and quarantine if they test positive, it raises concerns if the employer then penalizes the employee for complying with these health and safety measures. Generally, penalizing employees for adhering to mandated... View More
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In Pennsylvania, employers are generally required to notify employees of any changes to their pay rate before the changes take effect. This includes any reductions in pay. A drastic change in pay rate without any notice may violate state labor laws, specifically regarding wage payment and... View More
Within the last year sold the family home and moved to a new house in which the girlfriend now has her name on it
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In California, if you're concerned about your father's financial management by his girlfriend, especially with significant changes like selling the family home and her name being added to the new property, you might consider a few steps. First, have a candid conversation with your father... View More
We have the Early Termination by Tenant clause in our rental lease. Our lease ends on May 31st 2024. We gave notice on December 29th 2023. How much do we pay? Is it 35% after we gave notice (which is 35% from Jan to May rent) or 35% of the months rent after we vacate ((which is 35% from Mar to May... View More
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
The early termination clause in your Georgia lease agreement specifies that upon early termination, the tenant is required to pay 35% of the sum of the rental payments remaining for the current lease term. The ambiguity arises from whether this calculation should start from the date notice was... View More
I am currently in a lawsuit with a car accident and should have letters of protection to stop any proceedings but judgement was made against me anyway..is there anything I can do or do I need to vacate immediately
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In Alabama, after receiving a writ of possession, tenants typically have 7 days to vacate the property. This period begins when the writ is issued by the court. The involvement in a car accident lawsuit and having letters of protection may not directly affect the eviction process unless those... View More
In Shreveport, LA. Our judgement says 50/50, but my ex enrolled our kids in stuff neither of us can afford, and she has admitted she has her parents pay her portion of the expensive tuition she chose because she cannot afford it (neither of us can), while still seeking reimbursement from me. What... View More
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In Shreveport, LA, if your ex-spouse is enrolling your children in activities that neither of you can afford and seeking reimbursement for expenses beyond the agreed terms, your options may include requesting a modification of the existing child support and expense-sharing order. You can petition... View More
The deceased never collected the Annuity left to him by our Mother. It was sent to IL Unclaimed Cash.
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
To claim the annuity left by your mother to your deceased brother, who died intestate (without a Will) and homeless in Michigan, as an heir through the Illinois unclaimed property, you will likely need to obtain a declaration of heirship or a similar court order from Michigan proving your status as... View More
I also have recordings of them saying they are going to save the hardest jobs for this employee
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In North Carolina, recording conversations without the consent of at least one party involved is generally legal, as it is a one-party consent state. This means if you are a party to the conversation, you can legally record it without the other party's consent. However, recording conversations... View More
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In California, whether a golf course is liable for damages to your solar panels from golf balls depends on several factors, including negligence, whether the golf course can be considered at fault for not taking adequate precautions to prevent golf balls from leaving the property, and any local... View More
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In Minnesota, while it might be physically possible to remove illegal window tint if you're pulled over by a police officer, doing so would not be advisable. This action could be viewed as tampering with evidence or obstructing a police investigation. Even if you remove the tint before the... View More
Asking us for rent. My question is do we still pay rent? We've lived here for 9 years. Is 60 days legal?
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In California, landlords can indeed ask tenants to vacate to sell the property, and the requirement for notice is typically 60 days if you've lived there for more than a year, which aligns with your situation. Despite the notice to vacate, you are still obligated to pay rent during your... View More
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In Louisiana, threatening to shoot down a bedroom door, especially if done in a domestic context, is likely to be considered a criminal threat or assault, and possibly domestic abuse, depending on the specifics of the situation. Such an action could be seen as threatening bodily harm to another... View More
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In Colorado, adding your husband to your medical insurance before he passed away means his medical expenses incurred during the coverage period would generally be handled by your insurance according to the policy's terms, including deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance. However, as for the... View More
How likely would it be for her to take custody of him what should my next steps be to keep primary custody
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In Illinois, if you have primary joint custody and face deployment, you may appoint a temporary guardian for your child during your absence through a power of attorney or court order, under the state's laws and military provisions. However, the other parent may attempt to modify custody... View More
I want to move to the guest bedroom instead of sharing a room with my daughter but I don't want to get into trouble with my landlord who is my ex-boyfriend's mom
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answered on Feb 13, 2024
In Louisiana, a room in a shared living space generally refers to an individual bedroom or living area within a larger dwelling (such as a house or apartment) that is occupied by multiple residents who share common areas like the living room, kitchen, and bathroom. When you rent a house together... View More
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