Navigating landlord-tenant cases in Washington, DC includes a dizzying number of organizations, agencies and individuals. An experienced attorney can help small landlords in Washington, DC by know who's who.
It is important for small landlords in Washington, DC to understand what notices are required before filing a case in DC Superior Court’s Landlord Tenant Branch.
A recent court decision waded through the murky waters of determining responsibility for water damage in a DC condo.
A recent decision by the District of Columbia Court of Appeals in a case involving a condo collapse provides new perspective on negligence claims and the role of expert testimony.
Rental application fraud has evolved into a significant challenge for apartment owners. Scammers are using fake documents and online-only communication in order to secure leases with no intention of paying rent. Once a person takes possession of your residential property, it can take months and significant legal fees to secure an eviction - even if your tenant committed fraud to obtain the lease in the first place.
When you get ready to buy a home, there’s so much to consider - location, price, mortgage rates and more. If you are buying an apartment or a townhome, chances are they will be part of a condominium or homeowners’ association. Before you commit to a property, it is essential to know how your rights are defined in the condo or HOA documents before you buy.
Tax sales can provide an opportunity for smart property investments, but investors should carefully consider the complexities of buying property at tax sales.
Starting July 1, 2023, Virginia tenants may be entitled to additional protections under the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (VRLTA).
Though the foreclosure mainly impacts ownership of the real property, it may also affect the homeowner’s claim to the refrigerator, stove, or washing machine. Understanding when an appliance becomes a fixture of the house can provide homeowners and real estate investors a framework to negotiate a settlement agreement between the previous and new homeowners.
Court of Appeals rules that the statute of limitations to enforce a foreign judgment does not begin to run until the judgment is filed in the Superior Court.
A new opinion from the D.C. Court of Appeals may impact how tenants and landlords negotiate options to extend a lease agreement.
Partition suits over real property can feel like they are seeking to divide the undividable – how do you split up a home shared by multiple parties? Courts can face the question of who should keep a formerly shared property. When family members no longer can or want to live together, a common s...
Renting a home or apartment brings flexibility, but also bring challenges. When there are delays in needed repairs, changes to living situations or life circumstances, tenants may find themselves needing to modify or end their lease. Breaking up is hard to do, but a split that's fair to all invol...
Wage garnishment is the legal proceeding where a creditor asks the court to require an employer to withhold wages for the purposes of repayment of a debt. To initiate the garnishment, the creditor must have a judgment on a debt. Many people find out that an old creditor filed a lawsuit against t...
Aging or a mental disability may require you to make decisions on behalf of an adult you love. Without a valid durable power of attorney in place, the ability to make decisions on behalf of your loved one may be limited. Banks, doctors, and government representatives will demand proof of a court ...
As the Covid-19 pandemic continues affecting households across Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia, the need to plan for the unexpected becomes more pressing. A well-crafted power of attorney can provide you with the peace of mind of knowing that someone you trust will be looking after your in...