Your current state is Virginia
The windows don’t open and that’s against code. The house is old and has lead paint, which they never disclosed.
They’re citing this portion of the lease.
13. DAMAGE TO PREMISES. In the event the Premises are destroyed or rendered wholly untenantable by fire, storm,... View More
breach of contract claim X.
My Atty grossly overbilled me.
My attorneys fees are 3x my claim.
My lawyer is compounding this error by now seeking to be relieved as counsel.
Knowing I have pending motions.
answered on Mar 27, 2024
In California, if you believe your attorney has committed malpractice by overbilling or breaching the contract, you first need to gather all relevant documentation. This includes contracts, billing statements, and any communication between you and your attorney. Reviewing these documents can help... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2024
Hire a TX attorney to search the title and then decide on what causes of actions need to be filed. This assumes you have already looked into it somewhat so you can tell the lawyer what you think is going on. Do not attempt this type of work yourself.
I changed my insurance because of cost. I was given a policy and it was paid for the year by mortage company. I notice that they added a name to my policy that was not associated with my home to give me that rate but I never asked for that or approved that the company did it on their own. When I... View More
I manage a self storage business. State law requires delinquent units to be auctioned in an attempt to satisfy the debt. However, local law specifically prohibits auctions for self storage units. How do I legally dispose of contents in an attempt to satisfy the debt without opening me and the... View More
Seller decided to go with another offer ( higher ). Do we have any recourse for our fees that was incurred for the testing and survey
My mother wants me to continue living with her (on the title of the home) while my stepdad wants to get rid of me (also on the title of the home)
Just found this out.How can I get my parents homestead acreage back? 11 The probate homestead originates by force of statute, § 311, supra, provides:
"Upon the death of either husband or wife, the survivor may continue to possess and occupy the whole homestead, which shall not in any... View More
Just found this-" Upon the death of both husband and wife the children may continue to possess and occupy the whole homestead until the youngest child becomes of age. The title to the land set apart for the homestead property shall pass, subject to the right of homestead, the same as other... View More
We pay monthly HOA fees for amenities, which include security via video surveillance. My son is facing criminal charges and the events that occured were caught on these cameras. This footage would prove the allegations are false. I emailed the HOA asking them to save it. No response. I also went... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2024
In situations where evidence crucial for legal defense is destroyed or deleted, especially after a request has been made to preserve it, you might have grounds for a civil case. This would particularly apply if the deletion of the surveillance video directly impacts a legal proceeding, such as... View More
My name and the husband are named on the deed, not the wife, but because Kentucky is a dower state, she has interest. She is not a borrower for the mortgage and only signed the mortgage to acknowledge dower rights; her name is not on the loan. She has expressed to the judge that she does not want... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2024
This is a complicated question that should be best answered by a lawyer in a one on one consultation. The answer should involve analysis of several items and facts including the review of the deed to see if house is held in joint tenancy or in a tenancy in common. First, in Kentucky anything... View More
He was fined today and today I received a notice that I have 30 days to leave or will be more legal action
answered on Mar 27, 2024
Alabama law is more favorable to landlords than to tenants. Begin your defense with your written lease, if you have one. Even if he cannot evict you easily, he could refuse to renew your lease next time around. If you don't have a written lease, the law presumes you are a month-to-month... View More
I invested some money into cleaning it up and maintaining for a year. I never heard from the owner and let it go as a bad investment. The owner has reached out to me wanting to redeem the lien. In the meantime, someone else bought the lien again. So two of us have a lien on the property. The second... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2024
In situations like this, consulting with a real estate attorney who has experience in tax lien cases is advisable. These professionals understand the nuances of property law, tax liens, and redemption rights. They can help you navigate the complexities of your situation, including the implications... View More
The bank took us to court on an ejectment case and won the case on 9/2023. However when the court granted the ejectment the bank was not the owner of the property. Another entity is listed as the owner in the recorder of deeds and on the tax statements. The bank lost possession of the property... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2024
Ownership of a property is determined by who is listed as the owner in the official records at the recorder of deeds and on tax statements. If another entity, not the bank, is currently listed as the owner there and the bank had lost possession prior to the ejectment, then the legal ownership would... View More
this easement is for personal use only. i have on my ring camera where they use it for his metal business, customers pick up stuff, they get uber deliveries there, the let their friends access it. and they have their own driveway to their house. it states the easement is void if anything is used... View More
the property and demanding that I pay for her lawyers' fees. This is not a divorce case. We own a condominium apartment and this is our first home together. We have owned the property for a year now. I paid more than half of the apartment cost, yet we still own it 50/50. I left said property... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2024
When you decide to donate your half of the property in Puerto Rico to your ex, there could be tax implications depending on the value of the property and the laws in place. In Puerto Rico, the donation of real estate is subject to the payment of a donation tax unless specific exemptions apply. This... View More
My husband killed himself with out leaving a will,this happened in 2019. 1st I had know idea that my home was in danger of having to be split with his son. We were both on the title/deed. I have paid the house off and step son has filed an affidavit of heirship with the wrong information and 2 very... View More
My mom lived in the property and she was still charged by "CRIM", even though it is her only property. She filed for an exemption which she never got an answer back from "CRIM". She wants to donate it to me before she dies and I think it is unfair they charged her taxes, what... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2024
The property tax exemption for residing at the main residence in Puerto Rico is not automatic. It has to be applied for and is only valid until a certain amount, although most residences in Puerto Rico, except the very expensive ones, qualify.
If she has a copy of the receipt of the... View More
When I got to my property to sell to buyer for 21k cash with a quit claim deed. Buyer had 3k cash and 13k check. Seller agreed to give him till end of week for 5k. Seller also agreed to get quit claim deed notarized so when money was transferred could send to county. All of this was in bill of... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2024
There are lots of problems with this transaction, including the fact that you are selling real estate without using a lawyer. No one can provide you any meaningful answer here in this online forum because we cannot review the "bill of sale" or other purchase agreement you may or may not... View More
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