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I’ve moved my furniture out of the place, returned my keys, and have started the process of returning my deposit. Is there a written agreement in Michigan specifically that is required?
A lease is a contract. Generally, the parties are bound by the provisions of a signed lease. Turning in the keys is a unilateral step only. Without the landlord's release, you would still be obligated on the contract.
A close relative passed away a month ago and his "companion" filed an earlier invalid (according to her) version of his will with the court. She advised the family after his passing that he had a new will drawn up after this previous version but opted not to inform anyone other than her.... Read more »
Whomever could be an heir or beneficiary under his Will should retain an attorney right away.
My brother has been in jail since Valentine's Day, and last court appearance was Feb. 19th.
At what point on April 19th am I allowed to pick him up
His lawyer may need to bring it to the judges attention on April 20 (60th day).
I work at a school and have had multiple comments made to me by students. I have reported it all to my supervisor, and her supervisor as well. The students had no consequences. The counselor came in a did a presentation for a few students talking about what sexual harassment is. I met with both... Read more »
You can contact the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) or the Federal government's Equal Opportunity Employment Commission (EEOC) and file a claim for sexual harassment. Here's the link to the DFEH: https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/ and here's the link to the EEOC:... Read more »
For example have 6 attorneys in the interview room.
You can take a whole army with you, but don't be surprised that they limit the attendance. Two might work, or even three, but when you get more than that the size of the interview room becomes an issue. Be prepared when they ask you why you need so many lawyers to advise you.
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