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What are my options and is the builder responsible for a faulty foundation?

Unfortunately, the time period to sue the builder has probably lapsed.  Further, with constant …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 5 months ago

What is considered to be a "total loss" for insurance purposes?

Custom and practice in the insurance industry with respect to casualty matters the term …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 5 months ago

If my husband and I own half of a duplex, must our neighbor allow access to our contractor so that they can make repairs on our behalf?

Unless you have some easement allowing access to your neighbor's property so that repairs …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 5 months ago

If we closed on a house last month, how long do we have to hold onto items left behind by the seller before we can throw them away?

Unless there is some written agreement between you and the former owners of the …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 6 months ago

What are a lifetime tenant's rights?

A life tenant has a right to use, live in and enjoy the property …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 8 months ago