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Do I qualify for disability?

Answered 3 years and 5 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Labor and Employment
You will need to consult with an employment lawyer, you should call the State Bar of Michigan's lawyer referal service: 800-965-0738.
You will need to consult with an employment lawyer, you should call the State Bar of Michigan's lawyer referal service: 800-965-0738.

Does the landlord have the right to keep the money I've given them (rent & security deposit) if I signed the lease but never moved into the apartment?

Answered 3 years and 5 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
you may be stuck did the landlord tell you where your security deposit is? if they didn't, you have them and not the other way around.
you may be stuck did the landlord tell you where your security deposit is? if they didn't, you have them and not the other way around.

Itemized deposits

Answered 3 years and 5 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
bedbugs are grounds to break the lease the bugs violate the warranty of habitability.    send them written notice to clean it up or you will deem them in breach of lease  they need to clean the fridge too 
bedbugs are grounds to break the lease the bugs violate the warranty of habitability.    send them written notice to clean it up or you... Read More

Di I have recourse for not having heat for the last 3 weeks?

Answered 3 years and 5 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
If they do not fix it, you can send them written notice that you are putting rent in escrow until they fix the property. Has to be a separate account. If they still don't fix it, you can break the lease and get your deposit back.  
If they do not fix it, you can send them written notice that you are putting rent in escrow until they fix the property. Has to be a separate... Read More

Does the landlord have the right to keep the money I've given them (rent & security deposit) if I signed the lease but never moved into the apartment?

Answered 3 years and 5 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
Did the landlord send you notice where they deposited the security deposit? If they didn't, they have a bog problem. Also, the condition of the property might give you an out. For either claim, you will need legal counsel.
Did the landlord send you notice where they deposited the security deposit? If they didn't, they have a bog problem. Also, the condition of the... Read More

The solar company I bought from has filed chapter 7. If they aren't purchased, what happens with the loan? Am I still responsible?

Answered 3 years and 5 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
The solar co will send you a notice of whoever picks up the servicing/rights on your loan. As long as you pay them, you are fine and no negatives on your credit, you just honor the deal you made. When rights under a loan change, there is a grace period but do the best you can to be on time   good luck... Read More
The solar co will send you a notice of whoever picks up the servicing/rights on your loan. As long as you pay them, you are fine and no negatives on... Read More

Is there a way to get my security deposit and first month's rent back?

Answered 3 years and 6 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
You will probably need to sue them. The landlord is probably in breach of the lease if the conditions made the place uninhabitable. Leases contain an implied warranty of habitability. If it wasn't fit to live in the first breached the lease. Your landlor has hoepfully broken other statutes but you are best advised to hire a lawyer.... Read More
You will probably need to sue them. The landlord is probably in breach of the lease if the conditions made the place uninhabitable. Leases contain an... Read More

Does expiring the contract and not renewing it give the owner the right to evict us from the house? A second question: What are the rights of the resi

Answered 3 years and 6 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
A landlord may evict at the end of the term but only for the property and lease belonging to them.
A landlord may evict at the end of the term but only for the property and lease belonging to them.

My daughter's bond has been paid a she's waiting on a tether she has court Monday morning Lorna can they raise her bind at court all though it's been

Answered 3 years and 6 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
Usually bond is only increased if there is an incedent of some kind or additional, more serious, charges have been brought.
Usually bond is only increased if there is an incedent of some kind or additional, more serious, charges have been brought.

I would like 2 separate 2 or 3 lawsuits against my x landlord

Answered 3 years and 6 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
You can only bring 1 cause of action but as many claims as you like.
You can only bring 1 cause of action but as many claims as you like.

Get My License Back

Answered 3 years and 6 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
you will need to hire a lawyer specialising in DUI license recovery. if you have complied with the court orders, paid all fines and served any time given, it should be simple but I think it requires a motion to the court.
you will need to hire a lawyer specialising in DUI license recovery. if you have complied with the court orders, paid all fines and served any time... Read More

Do I have a case?

Answered 3 years and 6 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
Dear Lisa, It is hard for a roof to leak and the owner not know it. You have no real cause of action against the inspector because your damages are limited to the amount you paid them. Proving fraud on the broker is not easy. You definitely need to retain legal counsel to have any hope of recovering damages. Obviously, if it is a repair, that can be somewhat expensive, a new roof is very expensive. I hope this helps. Gilbert Borman... Read More
Dear Lisa, It is hard for a roof to leak and the owner not know it. You have no real cause of action against the inspector because your damages are... Read More

If someone threatens to burn down my house why can't I press charges just cause they weren't holding a gas can.

Answered 3 years and 6 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
You can absolutely press charges for attempted arson/murder, if and only if, they take single step towards the crime of arson.  You can and should certainly file a police report. The law cannot punish people saying assinine things. But the moment somone does something on a threat, they have just committed a serious crime.   Good luck to you.... Read More
You can absolutely press charges for attempted arson/murder, if and only if, they take single step towards the crime of arson.  You can and... Read More

business issue

Answered 3 years and 6 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business Law
If the goods and the person who took them are in Michigan, you can sue them in district court and take a judgement against them. Collecting from them is the larger issue. In theory you can also sue Amazon. They are collectable but they will fight his very hard.
If the goods and the person who took them are in Michigan, you can sue them in district court and take a judgement against them. Collecting from them... Read More

Landlord and Tennant

Answered 3 years and 6 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
The Landlord must follow the statute exactly, they have a statutory number of days to act, if they don't they lose their rights.
The Landlord must follow the statute exactly, they have a statutory number of days to act, if they don't they lose their rights.

Can I sue a relative for deformation of character?

Answered 3 years and 6 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Libel, Slander and Defamation
Defamation can be hard to prove in court. You probably need counsel ( I do not do these cases). Certainly send the family member a written certified mail notice of what they said, why it is false and demand they delete the false statements or you will take action and demand damages and attorney fees. It helps if you have actual proof that what is being said is false. Remember, opinions are not actionable.   Good luck... Read More
Defamation can be hard to prove in court. You probably need counsel ( I do not do these cases). Certainly send the family member a written certified... Read More

is it legal to grow marijuana outside where it is visible to neighbors

Answered 3 years and 6 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
Bad news, growing in Michigan is illegal. Bad news for them, there is a limit to how much they can grow and, if they grow too much, they can be reported for an illegal grow. However, an action for nuisance might be possible. You will need witnesses, get 2 or 3 people and film them and their reaction to the smell.... Read More
Bad news, growing in Michigan is illegal. Bad news for them, there is a limit to how much they can grow and, if they grow too much, they can be... Read More

What are my rights as a tenant renting a joint owned home?

Answered 3 years and 6 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
You need legal counsel for this. The lease may be valid but you might find yourself facing eviction after the sale.
You need legal counsel for this. The lease may be valid but you might find yourself facing eviction after the sale.

Is it legal for a seller whose selling a home without a realtor write his own contracts and have it notarize?

Answered 3 years and 6 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
You are entitled to a Warranty Deed. While a quit claim transfers possession, a Warranty Deed gives the buyer title insurance and believe me, you want title insurance. Send the seller a note confirming the down payment and demand you close at a title company. demand an inspection with a right to cancel if the home fails inspection (or require the seller to fix). You can hire legal counsel to perfect your rights, the first question is if there is even an enforceable contract for sale.... Read More
You are entitled to a Warranty Deed. While a quit claim transfers possession, a Warranty Deed gives the buyer title insurance and believe me, you... Read More

If my truck is damage in a car wash over 5000 in damages to paint are they liable for the damages ii have a witness to the truck entering undamaged

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
Go back and get photos of the relevant signage at the carwash- posted signs may hurt your case. Otherwise this is a straight negligence action. I suggest you hire counsel for this.
Go back and get photos of the relevant signage at the carwash- posted signs may hurt your case. Otherwise this is a straight negligence action. I... Read More

Can I sue a furniture store for an item I paid for

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
breach of contract and unjust enrichment are your main claims they breached the agreement by not delievering as promised, then they further breached when they refused a full refund. any money they keep (so far they are trying to keep it all) is unjust enrichment the second docusign is a further breach of contract breaching the first agreement to refund your money... Read More
breach of contract and unjust enrichment are your main claims they breached the agreement by not delievering as promised, then they further breached... Read More

Can my landlord charge me for damages past a certain date?

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
Your Landlord might be in violation of the security deposit act. You need a solid landlord tenant law attorney, you may be entitled to damages. Landlords are required to STRICTLY comply with the statute. Security deposits are escrows and do not pass to the landlord without compliance. Depending on the facts, this could be a very good case. ... Read More
Your Landlord might be in violation of the security deposit act. You need a solid landlord tenant law attorney, you may be entitled to damages.... Read More

Can I take a small memory stick I purchased when I quit

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Intellectual Property
If your contract makes your work product their intellectual property, you can keep a copy but you must return the thumb drive to them. If the contract does not say that, in theory, the materials on the disk are yours. If they have breached their agreement with you, you will need an employment law attorney to hold them accountable.   good luck... Read More
If your contract makes your work product their intellectual property, you can keep a copy but you must return the thumb drive to them. If the... Read More

if a have life changing events and my income has changed can my attorney change another fee to amend the bk for more time. right now it's 36 months,

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
LAwyers don't work for free and the $1500 to get your payments right is probably worth it- but if you are just going to be back at the court again in 4-6 months, if allowed, do 1 order now that adjusts to future reality so you only pay once or otherwise wait until the next change comes.   good luck!... Read More
LAwyers don't work for free and the $1500 to get your payments right is probably worth it- but if you are just going to be back at the court again in... Read More

Lease to purchase agreement

Answered 3 years and 7 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
This should be simple, only cost issue is depends on the property, the terms (length of contract and equitable rights) and whether you are also purchasing the personal property. Please consider me for this work.
This should be simple, only cost issue is depends on the property, the terms (length of contract and equitable rights) and whether you are also... Read More
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