Heather C. asked

⚖️  Law

My grandmother wrongfully evicted me and hasn't allowed me to retrieve my items for over a month. She is now claiming I owe her a storage fee and won't let me get my items until it's paid. She also called the Department of Children and Families (DCF) and filed a complaint against me. What legal actions can I take for the wrongful eviction, how do I protect myself from the DCF complaint, and what should I do about the storage fee and her accusations of theft and assault?

June 23rd, 2023

Emily L. answered

For the wrongful eviction, you can file a claim in small claims court in the county where the proper...

June 23rd, 2023

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