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He makes majority of the income. i heard something about a quick deed. how can I get out of the morgage?
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answered on May 16, 2020
A quick claim deed transfers your rights on the property to your husband but that act alone does not relieve you of your mortgage obligation. The best course of action is. Not to give up on your rights to the property. Have your lawyer enforce your marital rights to the property and then... View More 
There's a busted pipe in the wall they started to work on it about a year ago but haven't worked on it for about 10 months now
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answered on May 16, 2020
You need to write a complaint letter to management or owner. If no answer, within a reasonable period of time, then call the city inspector. If nothing happens after this, then call a housing problem lawyer (Tenant Lawyer). You have a right to Live in a habitable House or apartment. Your... View More
The mortgage we have on the house is only on me, as I am working. My husband retired. But we have common bank accounts. What happens if I die? Can my husband continue to pay the mortgage?
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answered on May 16, 2020
When you created your trust, your property was transferred to the trust(hopefully). Your Trustee will follow the instructions you left in your trust. If you do not remember them, please call your kawyer for a review. Best of luck.
in Calfornia, a general contractor was hired for condo remodeling.
The condo is contaminated to the extent beyond living and the clean up bill from is hefty. Shall the owner be responsible for the bill only?
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answered on May 16, 2020
Did the homeowner’s association know of the Asbestos prior to your purchase of Thr condominium? Was this fact disclosed to you in your closing documents? We’re you aware of the asbestos issue prior to construction? These and many more questions would be raised in a litigation against the... View More
A friend of ours is a student at San Diego State, but had to move home in March because of Covid-19. Anticipating returning for school in the summer/fall semesters, he recently signed an apartment lease (w/No deposit yet) with three other students. However, California State schools have just... View More
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answered on May 13, 2020
Covid 19 is a first in a litany of cases that will ensue in the future, however the theory for your friend’s termination of the lease is not new. The first that comes to mind is Frustration of purpose. Your friend”s only reason he signed the lease was because he was attending the San Diego... View More
We plan on moving out of CA within next few years and would like to sell. Our partner would like to hold on to them and buy us out. Is this a simple process? Can we just agree on a price and move title over to him and he buy us out? Or is there a lot more involved? We have been splitting... View More
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answered on May 13, 2020
Yes, it is as simple a process as you can make it. But if there is a disagreement as to value or FMV then you will have to get an attorney ASAP. Best of luck.
I was let go because of false accusations made my a third party from my job. My boss refused to pay me because of an outstanding loan because he applied it to that. I told him he can’t do such and I would file a wage claim. Once he received the conference notice he filed a police report saying I... View More
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answered on May 12, 2020
The lawsuit would be for Libel and Defamation. You need to have proof of your innocence and it is very expensive to litigate. By now he has provided a lot of documentation that would be used against you in a court of law. Best of luck.
Hello I am 16 years old and I need serious help, my older brother who is 20 years old is intimidating me and I'm scared. It all started when I didn't follow his command, something that he could do himself, and I said that you do that and then he said that he would beat me up that I wish I... View More
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answered on May 12, 2020
If your mother will not help you, call the Department of Child Protective Services and ask them to intervene. Best of luck.
Out and tow my car can she do that without legally evicting me through the courts
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answered on May 7, 2020
No. She is bluffing. She has to go to Court to legally evict you. Best of luck.
My oldest sister is the trustee of my mother’s trust. The only item in the trust is my mother’s home. The trust terms are that the home is divided equally among my two sisters and myself. There is an existing mortgage on the home. We have agreed I may purchase the home and buy out their... View More
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answered on May 7, 2020
This is how you should resolve this issue. Find out via an appraiser what is the FMV of your mother’s house. Assume that the price is $800,000.00. assume the mortgage owed is $200,000. After sale of the house, the mortgage of $200k has to be repaid to the bank. That leaves $ 600,000.00 to be... View More
I live in San Clemente, CA.
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answered on May 6, 2020
You and family must eat. So, that is your choice, however under the Covid 19 resolution you can ask for a rent reduction. If you cannot pay your rent after the two months, you will eventually get evicted. Talk to your landlord and proposed a repayment plan and current rent. Best of luck.
He did it under the influence of alcohol we are currently separated because a protection slip.
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answered on May 6, 2020
I do not think he will get deported. He will most likely get a Restraining Order. This will affect him when he applies for residency In the future. Best of luck.
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answered on May 6, 2020
You have a right to present your defense at your court hearing. If she filed a police report, most likely she got a temporary restraining order against you. In the event you were not restrained by the police, then you may have a right to file a civil case for defamatory statements that caused you... View More
I paid taxes now for 4 years plus back taxes. Her son now wants to sell place . can he or do I get reimbursed for money spent
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answered on May 2, 2020
Check the will or Trust instructions if any. Not enough information. Best of luck.
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answered on Apr 28, 2020
No. You are the trustor. The trustee will be the person in charge of managing the estate after you pass away. You, as the Trustor, have the ability to change your trust right up to the date before your death. These type of trusts are called revocable trusts. Best of luck.
landlord wouldn't fix my window and glass door for a year.significant heat lost on winter months causing higher energy bills. uninhabitable living conditions.
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answered on Apr 28, 2020
In the future, any tenant experiencing a house or apartment problem should write to the landlord explaining the problem and asking for correction. If after a reasonable stood of time, there is no response, then the tenant should complain to the city housing inspection department. After the... View More
I and my dad were jointly held the property 8 years ago. The property was also paid off at that time. My parents are getting a divorce due to my dad has another woman. My dad hates me for exposing his relationship. He hired an attorney for his divorce case. He proposed on the settlement that 50% of... View More
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answered on Apr 28, 2020
This issue is very complicated one and it is the type that requires title research and analysis. A blanket answer may subject an attorney to malpractice. I recommend you hire an attorney to discuss this issue with you. Best of luck.
I have been using my own window installed a/c for many years.
The building is under exterior renovation and I was given an option- remove a/c or be evicted.
Even after I pleaded that I need an a/c to keep cool for medical reasons (I have MS)- the answer was the same.
I am... View More
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answered on Apr 25, 2020
Ask your Lanlord if he is going to provide central A/C. Or if he is going to provide you with a hotel while he finishes his outside repairs. If the answer is no, then hire an attorney to file a warranty of habitability against your landlord. Best of luck.
Cost. SS took money from my account so why does my apt. Say I owe them back rent when gone. Isn't that their insurance problem?
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answered on Apr 25, 2020
Your question is unclear. Did you file a lawsuit? We’re you told you had a recovery? Do you have a lawyer?
Check was used. To help pay bill. My apartment. Manager wants my back rent with latefee added on. Shouldn't insurance pay that. I have no money to pay.
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answered on Apr 25, 2020
Thank you for clarifying your question. You can delay paying medical bills. Do not use your SS benefits check for medical expenses. Use it to pay rent. Generally, there is no excuse for non-payment of rent, however, you can ask the court to allow you to pay current rent and to pay back rent in... View More
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