The stainless steel barbecue (apparently never cleaned by former tenants or landlord) is now shiny bright and brand-new looking. I don’t even know what this combination makes ‘chemically’ or what else you shouldn’t use it on, but I’m willing to keep testing, or maybe I should ask ...
If your building is not smoke-free, you could point out to your landlord that a nonsmoking building has lower insurance and maintenance costs. The only way to eliminate the risks associated with cigarettes is to stamp those nasty butts out altogether. ©2006 Publications International, Ltd. ...
Countersuits The defendant may also file a countersuit against the plaintiff, which makes the plaintiff the counter-defendant. This begins a new complaint process; however, the two cases will be heard as one lawsuit. If the defendant's response isn't filed within the allowed time (usually 20...
the board may be concerned that the apartment could potentially be used as a hotel for friends and family. I know of a couple who attempted to purchase a small one-bedroom
Your landlord claims you broke several things in your apartment that you didn't pay for. You know they were broken when you moved in. The forms you signed when you moved in don't specifically mention those items. How do you keep from having to replace something you aren't responsible for...
All rental properties require a security deposit, which is like collateral to protect the property. The tenant pays the security deposit to the landlord when signing the lease, and the money is used to cover any damages that may occur during their stay. If the property is in the same condit...
In most cases, the deposit after you move out of the property is used to pay for any damages that may have occurred before a new tenant moves into the property. If the landlord uses the deposit to pay compensation after the end of the lease, they will give you a receipt. 7- Find id...
You can think of a cross-complaint as a way to kill two birds with one stone, or you can think of it as a counter punch when you've been attacked. In either case, a cross-complaint is an affirmative pleading you file in response to a complaint filed against you. In California, you...
The counteroffensive among LGBTQ+ organizers was vigorous and two-pronged: a cadre of well-connected professionals talked to public officials, while younger (often more radical) activists took to the streets, from marches to sidewalk performances (skits, songs) encouraging the public...
get financing to buy a business or property – does “best efforts” mean paying exorbitant loan fees and outrageous interest rates to get the financing? obtain your landlord’s or other third party’s consent to do your business deal – will the sky be the limit on the fees you pay to...