After a break up I spent some time living with my Nana. Our agreement was I’d work in lieu of rent in her shop, but pay utilities in the house I occupied since it’s normally empty. The utilities were in her name. After events ranging from abusive, to manipulative, to straight out slanderous I... Read more »
You appear to understand and agree that you owe the bill for March. However, if you do not know the amount to pay, you cannot pay it. Your Nana would have to show you knew the amount you had to pay, that she asked you for the money, and you refused to pay.
This morning he assaulted me and bit me the officers I've called have seen it yet they will not Do anything what can I do.
Have you received medical treatment for same? Are there any scars? You may have a harassment claim against the landlord and if there have been three harassing incidents by this person you can obtain an order from the district court for your locality, but there are special rules under the COVID... Read more »
Multiple leases signed over the course of this fiasco. Is there any way to sue for reimbursement for timeshare being exhausted, multiple hotel and resort stays plus the mental pain and suffering from all of this?
I would need more information to give an answer. I've worked with most timeshare companies, but I'm not entirely sure what happened. It's possible there's a breach of contract claim, but that would largely depend on the agreement and additional facts I don't have. Feel free... Read more »
My husband and I rented a condo in Norton, MA. We have the contract. Landlord put camera at front door and one of the bedroom. Landlord also did not fulfill the contract because they have their dad staying there for two months. They were our friends so we did not want to make a big deal. I personal... Read more »
In my experience as a criminal defense attorney, my first suggestion would be to go to the police to report that you've been video recorded in the bedroom of the apartment you were living in. Provide them with as much proof as possible of these videos, as well as a lease/contract to show you... Read more »
Hello, I received a noticed from my landlord that I am no longer able to use the basement for storage and I can no longer use/have my washer and dryer in the basement. Which is his right to denie me access as this is his house. Even though that's part of the reason I rented the house and it... Read more »
I suggest you call the Section 8 people and see if there is something in the lease or their contract with the landlord that addresses this.
I moved out of my previous place 35 days ago. I gave proper notice 60 days in advance, and provided the landlord with address to return security deposit.
35 days later he says the damages go over the security deposit amount (implying he wont return money) and does not provide any... Read more »
I cannot give advice in this forum.
However, the landlord does not appear to have followed Section 15B. It may be too soon to sue, though. What court you bring this in will depend on the size of the deposit and the damages.
You should consult an attorney for assistance drafting any... Read more »
I have complained to management in person and in writing. To move, waiting list is two years for new unit. Neighbor bangs on the floor with a hammer i think. She stomps like an elephant. She plays music very loud. She throws foodstuff out her windows, landing on my window sills and attracting... Read more »
I am somewhat confused by what you are saying here. It sounds like you want to send a letter to the tenant. That is an option.
You have rights as a lessor in this building. The landlord is obligated, both by law and through your lease, to ensure that your right to quiet enjoyment of your... Read more »
I cannot answer your question based on the facts you have provided. It depends in part on why you want to sue your landlord. Certain actions taken by your landlord may constitute violations of the consumer protection statute, Chapter 93A. Since you are probably renting your apartment to use as your... Read more »
Background: I recently discovered that my condo unit’s first tenant had switched parking spaces with a tenant on the opposite side the their building. This gave each party a spot right outside their own unit. When I got a new tenant they continued with that spot. My current tenant wants to buy... Read more »
Yes. If parking spaces in your condo. are deeded, you would have to trade deeds with the other unit/parking space owner. Your could also give each other reciprocal easements or licenses. If parking spaces are assigned by the condo. you might be able to get the board of trustees to switch... Read more »
I have lived in my apartment for 4 years in April. As of this latest lease starting in May 2018, it was agreed that we would begin to pay for parking in the parking garage on site, $25/vehicle. Before agreeing to the additional charge, my boyfriend asked if it was possible to dedicate these 2... Read more »
I don't see a problem with offering that additional service, so long as it doesn't violate any possible contractual right you might have to park your car in an available space for $25/mo assuming you were told you would definitely be provided a spot (though not a dedicated spot). More... Read more »
Hello, im an 18 year old High school senior who will be graduating in 2019. I was wondering the law(s) regarding my step father kicking me out of the house as I am still a student. My mother lives in this home as well, however, she is against this decision, but to make things less stressful I have... Read more »
Here is a helpful resource about illegal evictions: https://www.masslegalhelp.org/when-is-eviction-illegal
Are there grounds for eviction if your rent is paid in full but there is an outstanding balance on the account (none of it is for any rent) which is in the process of being disputed.
Possibly. Here is a helpful resource: https://www.masslegalhelp.org/housing/lt1-chapter-12-evictions
With the spring/summer season upon us, I am not able to find an affordable year round home. How do I get more time? At least until September/October
Sounds like you are a tenant at will without a lease. Here are some relevant resources:
https://www.masslegalhelp.org/housing/lt1-chapter-4-tenants-at-will
https://www.masslegalhelp.org/legal-tactics
https://www.mass.gov/service-details/learn-about-responding-to-an-eviction-for-tenants
The only way to answer your question is for you to hire an attorney to actually read and analyze the documents in question in order to properly advise you of your rights. Each contract is unique so a thorough review of both these documents is necessary to know how they interact and affect each... Read more »
Hello,
My landlord won't seem to remove an abandoned car from our townhouse driveway even though everyone wants him to. He kept not doing anything so I called the city police and they said I can put a 24 hour watch on the car and they'd tow it. But feeling bad for the landlord, in... Read more »
You have answered your own question. You want the abandoned vehicle removed, and you know the police will remove it. Here is the relevant law so you can see how abandoned vehicles are handled: https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartI/TitleXIV/Chapter90/Section22B
I pay $60K/yr at my college. This year, the lock on my dorm has stopped working several times and I've had to pay to get let back in. The residence department did nothing to fix the issue when I contacted them.
Most recently, someone flooded the bathroom upstairs, which in turn... Read more »
Only if you develop a problem from the mold. Ask for a meeting with the person in charge of residence halls. If they don't give you one then contact a consumer attorney with the Mass Academy of Trial Attorneys in your area.
I moved in to this condo in Hudson MA in July of 2016 which says it is a 1 year contract and after it expires it becomes a month to month that was signed when I moved in 2016. (wasnt really sure what that meant) Is it legal for a 1 year contract to become a month to month without a second... Read more »
When a lease expires, if the tenant remains and a new lease is not signed but the landlord is still accepting rent then it does generally become a tenancy at will, which is what month to month is. Here is a helpful resource that explains more:... Read more »
I live in my mother’s husbands apartment , he owns the property not my mother. Her name isn’t on it at all. They are separating and they fight really really bad. . He came tonight to collect our rent check and was fine, nice and all good! Apparently they are fighting again and he is threatening... Read more »
Here is a good resource for the basics: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/learn-about-responding-to-an-eviction-for-tenants
Then look at it from the lanlord's perspective, which outlines the steps to begin eviction:... Read more »
I have been living at this address for over 2 years. I have no place to go, no family around and my landlord doesn't want me to stay here. I have not receive yet the Answer from her, what should I do? I start new job last week. Trying to manage everything on my own. Need help and have no money... Read more »
Here is comprehensive information about the eviction process that should be helpful: http://www.masslegalhelp.org/housing/lt1-chapter-12-evictions
Also you should reach out to this legal clinic in your area and see if they can help:... Read more »
I sublet office space and a subletter wants to start mid month, she wants to caclulate the prorated amount based on the days of the month while I think it should be based on the price per monday and wednesday, which would be 50$/day because there are 8 mondays and wednedays in the month and her... Read more »
If you are renting the property for 2 days a week being Monday and Wednesday, then you would prorate at the number of Mondays and Wednesdays between the start date and the last day of the month.
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