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If evicted for no given reason, must you continue to pay rent until you move?

You are liable for rent until the date your possession ends--e.g. the day you …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 10 months ago

Am I able to shut utilities off in my house if my ex-girlfriend lives there and she won't get out?

If she can establish that she has some sort of status as a tenant …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 10 months ago

Can a landlord keep your security deposit if you never signed a lease or moved in?

In Massachusetts, the security deposit may lawfully be applied toward damages to the unit …

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VAUGHN-MARTEL LAW answered 11 months ago

Is it legal that a company only billed 1 of 4 people who broke a lease?

Yes, it is legal. When multiple people are on a lease, they each can …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

How can I evict a highly violent and abusive roommate?

Unless you have a roommate agreement with this difficult roommate and if you are …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago