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The window sill is in the shower and has a shower curtain but is apparently not water proof and requires the use of a shower curtain to remain dry. It was not explained in the lease.
answered on Mar 18, 2020
One might argue it either way, but this is a question better suited for a landlord-tenant attorney than an environmental attorney. You could repost under the Landlord-Tenant section if the matter is still an issue. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 17, 2020
Handle the water leak as a plumbing problem and give that immediate attention. Then contact an attorney to discuss the mold issues. As long as water continues to enter, that will only compound the health issues created by this situation. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 9, 2020
A Texas attorney could best address your question, but your post remains open for two weeks. If you contacted a few local attorneys, they could probably outline for you the liabilities and repercussions before you, as well as your rights. You could also explore what options are available to stop... View More 
In 2016, he did something similar and admitted digging a trench because his yard was too wet. What can I do? My yard is a mess and I am becoming ill over this level of harassment. I need the offending party to cease the assault on my property and pay for tree and lawn repair. What category of law... View More
answered on Feb 25, 2020
You may have grounds to file a nuisance lawsuit against him. Feel free to call me at (919)348-9211 if you'd like to discuss the case further.
Evan Lohr
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evan@lohrnc.com
They gave me a refund and told me to keep tablet
answered on Feb 23, 2020
A judge could ask what your damages were. If the tablet didn't work and your money was refunded, a judge could hold that you were compensated for your damages. You could check if another attorney sees things differently. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
by Sierra Pacific Industries who sprayed 1000's of gallons of Agent Orange on their property adjacent to me. I suffered 21 days breathing this toxic soup and now suffering from Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis. I have filed suit on time in El Dorado county and need help! This was the second... View More
answered on Feb 15, 2020
We are not allowed to personally solicit or give referral information in these forums. You can search this site for attorneys, however, and a number of other similar sites. You want to find a personal injury attorney in your area and get a consultation. She can tell you whether you have a viable... View More
The apple trees were on my property and cared for by the orchard company when I purchased my home 3.5 years ago. I put up a fence and the orchard was taken out and re-planted by a new orchard company after the surrounding orchard was sold. The new fruit company asked me to cut down my trees. I am... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2020
This is a fairly complex setting and would probably be better suited to a consult with an attorney in Washington State than a Question & Answer Board. Based on Washington case law, an attorney would be in a better position to meaningfully assess the directive to remove trees or apply pesticides... View More
This powedrly stuff was put onto my capeting by my sister inlaw anyways afterwards after i inhauled this chemical called diametrous earth 3 days after i inhauled this powderly chemical 3 days afterwards i ended up into the hospital with small bowel obstruction i had to go through surgery because of... View More
answered on Jan 27, 2020
You should contact a Michigan attorney if this is something on which you are contemplating a claim. Your post remains open for a week and it looks like two-plus years have already elapsed. You should act without further delay to discuss state statutes of limitations for the applicable legal... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2020
Please complete your question. Your daughter can make copies or ask for another sheet.
I live in an apartment in Anaheim California. The lease is weekly and required to pay by week and it up to a month in advance. I have been stalked and harassed and now the entire ceiling in my closest is saturated with water and brown mold in ceiling. The carpet is wet and my belongings on on the... View More
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answered on Jan 15, 2020
Go to the doctor and get treated. Most insurance company have exclusions for mold. You have to use negligence theories. Be careful how to file your pleading. Best of luck.
I am a high school student interested in environmental law. I want to begin researching, but I am unsure where to start. Could you tell me from a lawyer's perspective what are the problems and how they could be managed? I would be very thankful if you could also recommend me regulations or... View More
answered on Jan 3, 2020
Between water quality, air quality, waste disposal, recycling, renewable fuels, and other subjects, you'll have no shortage of material. Some major U.S. laws include the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, CERCLA, and TSCA; there are many others. Once you start reading news articles, you'll... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2019
Unfortunately, it isn't really something for which there is an environmental law fix. It's more a matter of common courtesy. You could try posting signs. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
There is some imaginary case from my lecturer and i need to answer it with WTO viewpoint. But i'm so confused because the product is not causing damages, only the factory. Does one of WTO agreement has relation to the factory? As far as i know it is only related to the product
answered on Dec 24, 2019
I cannot speak for the requirements of the World Trade Organization, but you should be aware that countries can ban products for whatever reason they want as a general policy matter. Some of the substances banned in the United States that used to be used as insulating materials and transformer... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2019
There has been legal activity in this area, involving the EPA under the Toxic Substances Control Act. You could look into the current disposition of the matter. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
I'm 17 and turn 18 in January. I finished all of the requirements to graduate my junior in high school and decided to go to college my senior year, which my high school pays for. I have a decent job and I have a car. My parents say I can't move out until I graduate high school. I'm... View More
answered on Dec 1, 2019
You need an Ohio attorney who is familiar with Family Law/Juvenile Law issues to see your question. There are sections here for that. The Environmental category is for things like oil spills or groundwater contamination; that's probably why no one saw your question for a week. You could... View More
I live in george county ms my drive way gets constantly washed away every heavy rain due to the fact the county road is poorly designed and the water from the road has nowhere to go they have no drainage or ditches in place im tired of spending money having it repaired just for it to be wash down... View More
answered on Nov 23, 2019
I previously answered this question. It had been posted twice, the other time in a different category. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
my mommys name is Cristina pyper and she lives with us because her and her boyfriend broke up and now she lives with us because she has no where to live we dont have a lot of money to get her one i just want to see my mommy happy in a home so can you help us please
answered on Nov 15, 2019
I'm sorry for your difficult situation. This may not really a legal matter, but one of figuring out if your family could receive assistance. For public housing, look into: https://www.hud.gov/states/tennessee/working/localpo/pih
For general financial assistance, look into:... View More
I have looked up general information on this, and i read somewhere that landlords are supposed to treat this as an emergency. They only have people out here working form 8-5 Monday through Friday. No one was here on the weekend, nor working after 5 on the weekdays. It is getting cold outside and we... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2019
You want to post this in the Landlord -Tenant section. You need the input of a L-T attorney, not an environmental attorney. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
In the document stated by the DEEP, they state multiple animals that are a illegal to keep in ct. I'm very concerned about this legality because they did not write the correct scientific name for the animal. I wonder about this legality because the same thing had happened with the burmese... View More
answered on Oct 30, 2019
They are definitely not legal in Connecticut to own as pets. The DEP has made sure to include this reptile in the language of their code. Under the new regs, animals are listed in four categories. Category one requires the owner to have a permit. Categories 2,3, and 4 are just not legal.... View More
My house is at the top of an incline, and his is at the bottom of it. He has now filed a police report against me and plans to file with the Environmental Protection Agency. I do not feel that I am over watering my yard. I am nearly 70 y/o, retired, and only on SS income. Any suggestions or advice... View More
answered on Oct 27, 2019
Use less water and don't apply until the point that water starts draining onto your neighbor's yard. Tell your neighbor you'll take measures to prevent water draining into his yard. Tell him you'll work with him and ask him to let you know if you reach the point of water running... View More
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