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My husband and I have been married for four years and live in a camper on his grandmother's property. The grandmother has agreed that I can stay here. My husband is having an affair with a friend of mine and has moved out to live with her. He has returned briefly but then continued with the... View More 
answered on Apr 16, 2025
One spouse cannot have another spouse removed from what has been the marital property. Your husband cannot make you leave, even if it's his grandmothers property. She can go through the proper process of evicting you.
I have a collection from a previous landlord claiming I owe $6,653. The landlord initially stated I did not have a lease and refused payment. I have documentation supporting my claim. Now, a collection agency is trying to collect the debt. Do I have to pay this?
answered on Mar 26, 2025
The landlord may have refused payment due to sending the claim to the collection agency prior to you attempt to make the payment. Reach out to an attorney to assist you in your debtor defense matter. If your statements are corroborated by facts, you need to formally dispute the debt with the... View More
I am a renter and my home experienced flooding three times due to a nearby construction site, with the incidents occurring in September 2024, February 12th, and most recently on March 16th. The February incident was particularly damaging. I have not yet spoken to the construction company but have... View More
answered on Mar 17, 2025
From the facts asserted, I would recommend a real estate attorney with knowledge of both landlord/tenant and construction law. It appears that your damages are caused by the conduct of the construction company who would, for all intents and purposes, be the liable party for failing to adequately... View More
My twins played in paint on the floor in my kitchen. My landlord unexpectedly showed up the next morning and saw the paint, we had a disagreement and he walked out. I came home from work the next day for lunch break and there was a folder in my door that contained an eviction notice. I cleaned the... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2024
I am very sorry to hear of your circumstance. I can only imagine how stressful this must be during this time of year. Based on what you are describing, it sounds like you have a very strong defense to the criminal case. Ask the court how you can apply for a court-appointed attorney. Depending on... View More
answered on Oct 29, 2024
If the tenancy was intended to be joint tenancy and not tenancy in common, survivorship rights should be automatic. If that is the case, the only thing necessary to vest title in the survivor would be a Affidavit of Survivorship and a copy of the death certificate. A complete review of the deed... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2024
What you are describing is a "Self Help" eviction. These are illegal in Georgia. You have a legally actionable cause of action. I would retain an attorney immediately.
Threats of throwing me out n 7 days cussed at screamed yelling at called out of my name
Can I do anything legally
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
I understand you're in a difficult situation. Based on the information you've provided, it appears you may have several legal rights as a tenant in Georgia. Here's a brief overview of some key points:
1. Habitability: Landlords are required to maintain rental properties in a... View More
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answered on Jun 1, 2024
If the police tried to charge you with trespassing at a hotel room due to a wrongful eviction, it's crucial to remain calm and assert your rights. Explain to the police that you believe there has been a mistake regarding your eviction. Provide any documentation or evidence you have, such as a... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In Georgia, during an eviction process, your rights regarding personal property are protected under state law. If you're facing eviction, it's important to know that your landlord does not have the right to remove your belongings from the apartment as a means of forcing you out. They must... View More
K I was served in jail a summons by the sheriff's dept but the summons came from a person that works at a local attorney's office that has the living trust to the property that my fiance and I have lived since 2016 my fiance passed away last oct and now I've been told that I had to... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your difficult situation and the loss of your fiancé. Here are a few key points regarding your rights and next steps:
1. Serving a summons: Typically, a sheriff's department can serve legal documents on behalf of attorneys or individuals involved in a... View More
My family and I have been residing at our hotel from the past 7 months. We are self employed and have fallen behind in payments for the last 2 days. They have now stated they will place us out. They have not reduced state taxes or hotel fees even though we have spent everyday and night at the... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In Georgia, hotels are not typically considered permanent residences, and therefore, standard landlord-tenant laws may not apply. However, there are some circumstances where a hotel guest may establish tenancy rights, depending on the length of their stay and the specific agreement with the hotel.... View More
i have a partner, whom we share the lease with that we had residents living in there, until my partner didn't follow all of the rules and regulations, so the APS came out again and arrested me with a warrant. how can i get these dropped?
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your legal troubles. It sounds like a difficult and stressful situation. A few thoughts:
First and foremost, given the seriousness of felony charges, I strongly recommend consulting with a criminal defense attorney who can review the specifics of your case and... View More
I let a friend move into my late father's home with the verbal agreement they had 2 years to rebuild their credit to be able to purchase the home for $30k over what was left owed on the loan. The 2 years was up in Feb. They have done nothing to rebuild credit. I need to sell the home asap and... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2024
You will need to provide them with notice of termination of the lease even if they are not paying rent. If they do not leave after the date set for termination, you will need to file an eviction. If you have to file for eviction, you can also make a claim for ejectment in the event that the... View More
I need to know what jurisdiction do I file in? Plaintiff resides Fayette County, Defendant resides Gwinnett County, Address of Contact Lease:Spaulding County. Forgery and Theft by taking
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
Based on the information you provided, there are a few factors to consider when determining the appropriate jurisdiction for filing charges related to alleged forgery and theft by taking:
1. Location of the alleged crime: In most cases, criminal charges are filed in the county where the... View More
I live at a home by invite ,ten months have passed. I was told to leave after a disagreement which I did on foot in pajamas .i am supposed to be on bed rest per the orthopedic specialist due to an injury that occurred at this home. I live there and want to go inside like i do cause i live... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
Based on the information you provided, it seems that you are a tenant at will, meaning you live in the property without a formal lease agreement. In Georgia, a tenant at will is entitled to a 60-day notice before they can be required to vacate the property, according to GA Code § 44-7-7 (2020).... View More
I live at a home by invite ,ten months have passed. I was told to leave after a disagreement which I did on foot in pajamas .i am supposed to be on bed rest per the orthopedic specialist due to an injury that occurred at this home. I live there and want to go inside nut do not want to break... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
In Georgia, if you have lived in a property for more than 60 days without a lease, you are considered a tenant-at-will. This means that the landlord must follow the proper legal eviction process to remove you from the property, even if there is no written lease agreement.
The landlord... View More
Lease agreement states electricity is included. They suddenly want to charge 100 a month for one person in a small studio apt.
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
In most cases, a landlord cannot suddenly change the terms of a lease agreement during the lease period, including charging for utilities that were previously included in the rent. If your lease agreement clearly states that electricity is included in your rent, your landlord should honor that... View More
Days to vacate she is terminating my lease. Her reason is that I have someone staying with me who takes care of me. My doctor is happy to provide any paperwork she needs. I tried talking to her to resolve this issue and she says it out of her hands . I need to know what I can do. I moved across the... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your difficult situation. It sounds like a very stressful and concerning predicament to be in. Here are a few thoughts and suggestions that may be helpful:
1. Review your lease agreement carefully to see if there are any provisions related to guests, occupancy... View More
Can I do that in person at this time or do I need an attorney to do that but it must be done right now today
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
If you have received an eviction order from the Magistrate Court and wish to file an appeal, it is generally best to act quickly. Here are a few important points to consider:
1. Time limit: Most states have strict deadlines for filing an appeal after an eviction order is issued. You should... View More
I'm at courthouse now and fixing to walk into magistrate clerk of Court office to do so how do I proceed?
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
I understand you are in a challenging situation and want to file an appeal quickly. Here is some general guidance, but keep in mind that specific procedures can vary by court and jurisdiction:
1. Go to the clerk's office for the court that issued the dispossessory order (in this case,... View More
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