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

Generally speaking, objections will be considered by the judge in that court. Your objections should lay out why you believe the magistrate's decision was incorrect. The judge will then review those objections to see if the magistrate's decision should be reversed or modified. In some... View More

There is unfortunately not enough information provided here to answer your question fully. Generally speaking, if you never asked for a specific accommodation, or put your employer on notice that you needed one, you would most likely not have a claim that the employer failed to grant it. Your... View More

Employment discrimination laws are complex and constantly changing, given recent executive orders. More information and details are needed than what you have provided here to fully assess whether you have a viable claim, or not. Depending on certain circumstances, your voluntary resignation from... View More

It is difficult to answer this question without knowing what your lease said about default and early termination by tenant. There is no “doctrine of unavoidable consequences” in the way you describe; mitigation is an affirmative defense that will probably not relieve you of liability from... View More

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Unfortunately, there isn't enough information included here to give a legal response. The timeline appears that the employer did not receive the note until after you were out for several weeks. It is probable that failure to appear or communicate with your employer would subject you to... View More

There are a lot of specific details missing that may determine your best course of action, but you should consult with your local Legal Aid office. They will be able to at least point you in the right direction for the jurisdiction you're in, or connect you to a housing attorney in your area.... View More