My daughter has just moved into a room share in New York, she signed a rental agreement for a minimum period of 4 months. Unfortunately, she has discovered a serious cockroach problem throughout the apartment, including in the cupboards and dishwasher. The owner had the place sprayed today but the situation is quite bad. Is she legally allowed to terminate her rental agreement due to the cockroaches being considered a health hazard?

November 28th, 2023

Is it common practice for a housing cooperative corporation to provide annual reports to shareholders before board members up for election are voted for, and does the new DC law apply to non-profit cooperative housing corporations, especially those incorporated out-of-state?

December 26th, 2023

Where can I find the range or list of damages awarded in California for the commission of an intentional tort, and what code or law covers intentional and negligent torts in California? Additionally, what are the elements needed to assert a cause of action for punitive damages due to intentional failure to provide proper service of process?

August 9th, 2024

I filed in court asking the judge to order the clerk of court to correct their files and online records. There are two cases that say I owe money on them, when in fact they were dismissed at states exp. I have the courts dismissal papers. And one case that they say I owe money on which I have receipt showing this case was paid in full. Then a couple years later they tacked on $1072 as fines, but when I tell them all fines were paid, they say it is for jail fees. My sentencing papers do not mention paying jail fees. The judge has set a date for a hearing on this matter. What would be the best way to plead my case?

November 9th, 2024

I voluntarily returned my RV to the bank after notifying them, as I was never late on payments but lost my partner who was making most of the payments. Now, after two years, I received a letter stating they are taking action against me. I make roughly $13,000 a year, live in a senior home, and was told in California they couldn't pursue me due to my age (72) and income. What can I do to resolve this problem, especially since they sold the RV for around $80,000 and left me owing around $40,000 plus interest?

August 8th, 2024