This is a very frustrating and unfortunately common complaint of tenants living in multiunit buildings. Unless the other tenant's conduct rises to the level of stalking, harassment, or discrimination, it will be difficult to bring a legal claim against them. You could potentially file for... View More

Generally, a landlord cannot evict someone simply because they want to sell the home. However, if you are on a month-to-month lease arrangement, or your lease has expired and you're a holdover tenant, a 30 day notice would be sufficient. There is not enough information here to answer your... View More

If you are current in your rent, you should make sure your complaints to the landlord are in writing. Consider escrowing your rent; your local municipal court will have information on the proper procedure for escrow. You should speak with an attorney directly so that they can review your lease and... View More

There are very limited circumstances under which a landlord can evict you if you have a lease for an amount of time. If you paid rent and did not otherwise violate the lease, they can choose not to renew your lease, but they don't have an action for eviction on this information. You should... View More

If you are a voucher holder subject to HUD conditions, there are very specific definitions in HUD leases as to when a landlord can properly evict you re having people over. HUD also has specific definitions for what constitutes a "guest" or "other person under the tenant's... View More

First, I think you should find another method of transportation for your child. If they aren't taking your daughter's safety seriously, that's a huge red flag. Second, if you signed a contract with them that promises they will not do these specific things, they've breached that... View More

Check the local rules in your jurisdiction, and speak to your county clerk's office. Many have a specific option to retain a confidential address on pleadings, but you must specifically ask for that protection (either by separate form or verification with the clerk). The clerk will still want... View More

If a tree (or limb) from a neighboring property falls and causes damage—whether to the structure, yard, or a tenant's personal property, liability usually depends on whether the neighbor was negligent. That means if the tree was healthy and fell due to a storm or "Act of God" (high... View More

Generally speaking, most retailers or grocery chains etc who allow customers to get points for shopping will have explicit policies about not using that points system for your own personal card or gain as an employee. Even if you didn’t know you signed a policy, courts generally assume that... View More

More information is needed to properly answer this, but generally, you should begin documenting everything if you haven’t already. Include dates/shifts worked, tips received v entered, communications with the employer / manager about your pay. Ask them directly what the process is, in writing, if... View More

You should contact an attorney in your area who is familiar with local police custom, but you can first try the police department where the officers were dispatched from. It is not a violation typically for them to seize unbottled pills to verify them.

Depending on local practice, they may... View More

Your landlord would need to either buy out his brother's interest in the property or file a partition action to have the court order him as the rightful owner (100% interest). Then he can sell it to you without his brother's permission. Otherwise, as long as someone else is a co-owner of... View More

Yes. If she stole money from you by signing over your check to herself, that is theft, which would arguably fall under Ohio Revised Code 5321.05(A), destruction of landlord’s property. You could either give 30 days notice to her to return the funds under R.C. 5321.11 and then file for eviction,... View More

Take a close look at the other clauses in your lease. There is likely to be some caveat that covers this situation for the landlord. Unless it is an outrageous amount that renders you unable to live in the unit comfortably, it may not be worth the price of an attorney to fight over the gas charge... View More

You should consult an attorney in your area regarding proper local rules for an eviction, and begin the eviction process. If all you have done so far is post a notice, that is insufficient to retain possession of the property. It is unclear from your post whether you have given a 30- or 3-day... View More

Check to see what your local ordinances say about parking at commercial rentals. Many counties have parking restrictions written into their zoning laws and/or other specific requirements, which can vary by county or even by township or suburb. Usually that information can be obtained through a... View More

Have you spoken to the tenant directly? Do that first. You can also write to her so that there is documentation. Write to your landlord as well, to document attempts to resolve the issue prior to filing any lawsuit. If no action is taken, some townships or counties allow a tenant to escrow rent if... View More

You may contact them directly and request the relevant county's general process. You are entitled to the records that concern you, but you may be required to execute an authorization, which will look different depending on the state and county where the investigation(s) took place. Some... View More

First, the state isn't going to be the one holding you in contempt, your ex-spouse would be the one bringing a contempt action to enforce the terms of your decree. Second, given that he is not exercising the requisite amount of time needed by the IRS in order to properly claim a minor child,... View More

Generally speaking, the judgment entry will be issued after the magistrate's decision. Generally speaking in Ohio, the court is expected to do so "timely" following an adjudicative hearing. If a magistrate is issuing a decision, you will have 14 days to file any objections to that... View More