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2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Employment Law, Landlord - Tenant and Real Estate Law for Kentucky on
Q: How to legally address an in-home aid using personal property for unauthorized storage?

The in-home aid for my quadriplegic brother has been storing random personal items in our home, such as lawn mowers, chairs, tables, and toys, without permission. Her contract stipulates she is to provide lighthouse cleaning, care for my brother, and other specified duties, but not to use our... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 9, 2025

Give her notice to remove in writing. If she fails to remove them, then set them out at the curb with the rest of the garbage.

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2 Answers | Asked in Collections, Landlord - Tenant and Real Estate Law for Kentucky on
Q: Can finance company require monthly payments after car repo?

On March 2, 2025, my car was repossessed. The finance company says I can get it back if I pay $987.78 plus the March and April payments. However, I haven't had the car since it was repossessed; it's been at the repo and auction lots. Can they require me to pay these two monthly payments... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Apr 14, 2025

Yes. They can if you want the vehicle back.

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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Landlord - Tenant and Real Estate Law for Kentucky on
Q: What are my legal options for undisclosed car tracking, high finance charge, and no warranty in Kentucky?

In February 2023, I purchased a 5-year-old car with a $2,500 down payment. Over three years, I paid more than $15,000, but due to a 24% finance charge, the total cost amounted to $30,000. I was not given a warranty because of the car's age. Recently, I found out a tracking device was installed... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Apr 12, 2025

Sue the seller.

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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant, Gov & Administrative Law, Civil Rights and Real Estate Law for Kentucky on
Q: Seeking legal action for 9 years of lease and HUD violations, including retaliation and inadequate maintenance, against Williamsburg Housing Authority.

I have suffered 9 years of lease violations and inadequate maintenance from Williamsburg Housing Authority. Issues include health code violations, no notice for inspections, unexplained changes in lease renewal given 15 days before the deadline, and unauthorized maintenance actions like door... View More

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answered on Apr 8, 2025

It’s frustrating and deeply unfair to endure nearly a decade of violations and feel like no one’s willing to help. What you’ve described—retaliation, lack of accommodations, unauthorized surveillance, and poor living conditions—is not only wrong, it may very well be illegal. The fact that... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant, Civil Litigation, Consumer Law and Real Estate Law for Kentucky on
Q: Do I need to name an employee defendant for false representation to sue employer?

I was told verbally, in emails, and through the contract that my apartment complex had a non-smoking policy that was strictly enforced. However, I later found out this was not true. This false representation was the sole reason I decided to move into the complex. I sent numerous emails to address... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 27, 2025

You will need to name the employee defendant as well as the employer.

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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Kentucky on
Q: How long to keep unclaimed belongings after roommate breaks lease in Kentucky?

My girlfriend's roommate moved out before their lease ended on March 31, specifically on March 8, and left some belongings in the apartment, including a washer, dryer, and dresser. He initially mentioned he would return in a week but hasn't come back or responded to any messages. My... View More

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answered on Apr 13, 2025

In Kentucky, when a tenant leaves personal belongings behind after moving out, the landlord or leaseholder must follow certain procedures. First, Kentucky law requires that the tenant be given a reasonable amount of time to retrieve their items. Typically, this is about 30 days, but if there’s a... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Estate Planning and Landlord - Tenant for Kentucky on
Q: Can ex-wife claim money from account after recent divorce in KY?

My father recently finalized his divorce, and I am his power of attorney (POA). A few years ago, he created a will leaving all his assets to his wife. Since then, he's been very sick and intended to change his will, but hadn't done it yet. He recently gave me a significant check from a... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 14, 2025

Depends on whether she was entitled to it under the marital settlement agreement. If so, then she has a claim to some portion or all of it. If she was not entitled to it, then she does not have a claim for any of it.

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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant and Civil Litigation for Kentucky on
Q: What can my daughter do if her landlord in Kentucky changed the locks and won't let her retrieve her belongings?

I am seeking advice because my daughter's landlord changed the locks on her rental home due to being a month late on rent, and won't let her retrieve her belongings. The landlord initially said she would have until Saturday to collect her things, but now claims to be getting rid of them... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 6, 2025

She will probably have to sue him for wrongful detainer and the value of her property if it has been damaged, destroyed or disposed of. Self help remedies like these used by this landlord invariably land the landlord in hot water.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Landlord - Tenant and Contracts for Kentucky on
Q: How to enforce lease payment division after property ownership change post-divorce in KY?

My ex-husband and I had a lease agreement with a cell phone company for a tower on land that we owned jointly. Our divorce decree specifies that we split the lease payments 50/50 for as long as the contract exists. Recently, the lease was renewed, but now the land is solely in my ex-husband's... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 28, 2025

Make a motion in your divorce case to hold him in contempt. The court will enforce the agreement.

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence and Landlord - Tenant for Kentucky on
Q: How can I make my abusive boyfriend leave my property? [Owensboro, KY]

I live with my boyfriend in Owensboro, KY, and we've been together for 6 years. We are on a month-to-month lease, which is under my name, and there are no financial or property agreements between us. He refuses to leave and has been abusive. Although I can afford to stay, he cannot. The police... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 24, 2025

Give him notice to vacate in thirty (30) days in writing. If he does not leave, go yo district court and file a forcible detainer (eviction) against him.

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant and Contracts for Kentucky on
Q: Can a landlord in Kentucky raise rent for not providing predated checks?

I currently have a lease agreement where my rent is $800 due by the 5th of each month. Initially, I paid my rent through PayPal, but my landlord wanted to switch to receiving predated rent checks because he preferred picking them up rather than incurring PayPal fees. I verbally agreed to this for... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 14, 2025

Not unless your lease provides for such action, which I sincerely doubt.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Landlord - Tenant for Kentucky on
Q: Hello. I'm wondering what my rights are as a tenant who is having trouble paying rent?

I've been laid off for several months, waiting for union work. Admittedly, I waited too long. I've been upfront with my Landlord about my attempts to procure work. I have done so and informed them about when I plan to pay a month of that rent that is due, but the Landlord is asking for... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 8, 2025

Unfortunately, the landlord does not have to accept less money or accommodate you if he so chooses. You may have to find a cheaper place to live.

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Kentucky on
Q: Living with my bf and his family,separately in the basement, he and I had an argument, they turned the water off on me

In key and I’ve lived here 3 1/2 years

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 4, 2025

What is your question?

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1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law and Landlord - Tenant for Kentucky on
Q: My landlord is doing construction work in our home that we rent. What are my rights around aspestos abatement?

Our home that we rent was built in 1948 and is very likely to contain aspestos. My wife has asthma and we are concerned. Our landlord has so far refused to do testing and abatement. How can I get them to comply? What are state laws around tenant rights pertaining to aspestos abatement requirements... View More

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answered on Feb 2, 2025

If your rental home was built in 1948, there is a strong chance it contains asbestos, especially in materials like insulation, flooring, and popcorn ceilings. When a landlord undertakes construction work, they must follow state and federal asbestos regulations to prevent exposure. In California,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Kentucky on
Q: Hot water tank has gone out for the whole apartment building, it has been 5 days, what can I do?
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answered on Oct 23, 2024

I'm sorry to hear you're dealing with a hot water outage in your building. Start by reaching out to your building management or landlord to inform them of the issue if you haven't already. They might already be aware, but it's important to ensure they're addressing it... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Landlord - Tenant for Kentucky on
Q: How long before I receive my rent portion letter from section 8 after renewing lease? It’s been over 3 months now.

My landlord states my rent portion with section 8 went up due to an increase in income but I have lost hours due to chemo treatments. How long does it take for them to provide proof or documentation of the increase?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 10, 2024

60-90 days at the bare minimum

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Land Use & Zoning and Landlord - Tenant for Kentucky on
Q: A household member committed a crime and was arrested on the property of an apartment we are leasing, can we be evicted?

The household member had recently been charged with wanton endagerment, and criminal mischief to a place outside of the property we are renting, and they gave us a 14 day notice to quit the premises stating kentucky statute 383.660, The one arrested isn't going to be coming back to premises,... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Aug 29, 2024

Yes, although you may have some defenses. Consult an attorney and give him all the facts of your case before you take any action.

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law and Landlord - Tenant for Kentucky on
Q: What time of attorney should I seek?

I just found out that my brother and i co own a home (bc our mother died) with our aunts. My grandmother has been gone 9 years (mom almost 11 years). I rented her home from my aunt's for 3 years and 8 months without knowing I was a co owner. I paid roughly 25 000 in rent. Do I have a case? And... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 11, 2024

A Kentucky attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. What kind of attorney? Maybe a starting point would be an attorney who deals with wills and estates (it looks like you're already pointed in the right direction with your selection of the "Estate... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Federal Crimes and Landlord - Tenant for Kentucky on
Q: I need attorney who can see how big of a case I have and help me do something about it? someone should have helped me

Not too long ago our circuit court clerk made national headlines when she violated a gay couple. They sued and won. The city had 2 pay 4 violating the constitutional rights of that couple. I said that 2 say this town won't change till theyreforced 2. despite me calling on every legal... View More

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

I'm really sorry to hear about what you've been through. You should find a lawyer who can help you hold your landlord accountable for his actions and the severe harassment you’ve faced. It’s important to document all instances of harassment, threats, and any disconnection of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy, Consumer Law and Landlord - Tenant for Kentucky on
Q: Did my landlord violate the automatic stay ?

I filled bannkrupy by myself may 17. Landlord was very much aware of my bankruptcy. Landlord filed evictions on me June the 7th with no premision from the court. I got served with eviction papers June 11. Landlord filed a motion to dismiss the eviction the day before eviction court but I still went... View More

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answered on Jul 2, 2024

Based on the information provided, it appears that your landlord may have indeed violated the automatic stay that goes into effect when you file for bankruptcy. Let's break this down:

1. You filed for bankruptcy on May 17.

2. The automatic stay goes into effect immediately upon...
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