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July 24, 2019
Creditor Harassment after Chapter 7
While federal law prohibits a creditor or debt collector from attempting to collect on a debt after it has been discharged in bankruptcy, creditor…
Read articleJuly 22, 2019
Ace Cash Express Ordered to Pay $10 Million for Its Abusive Debt Collection Practices
In July of 2014 one of the largest payday loan companies in the United States was ordered to refund $5 million to consumers and pay another $5 million in…
Read articleJuly 19, 2019
Can Allied Interstate Garnish My Wages?
Is Allied Interstate garnishing your wages or have they threatened to garnish your wages? Can they do this? The answer depends.
Read articleJuly 6, 2019
Can a repossession agent come on private property and repossess your car?
Can a repossession agent come on private property to repossess your car? The quick answer to this is yes.
Read articleJuly 5, 2019
How Many Car Payments Can You Miss Before Repossession?
We frequently receive questions like this. How many car payments can you miss before repossession? How many days late can you be on a car payment?
Read articleJuly 5, 2019
My car was repossessed after a private party sale on Craigslist. What are my repossession rights?
Tim is searching for a used car to purchase. He decides to buy a car from a private party rather than a dealership.
Read articleJune 24, 2019
Comenity Bank is at it Again- Harassing Consumers to Collect a Debt
In March of 2017 a Chicago woman filed a class action suit against Comenity Bank for making repeated and harassing calls to her cellular phone, using an…
Read articleMay 13, 2019
Americans are Drowning in Debt, and the Debt Collectors are Loving It!
No one should live in fear of the telephone ringing, but many Americans do, and a growing number of outrageous debt collectors love it!
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July 30, 2018
Why Is Los Angeles The Worst City For Renters?
On behalf of Law Office of Paul Mankin on Monday, July 30, 2018. As a renter, you want to be sure that you are getting a good deal and safe living…
Read articleJune 27, 2018
Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Bedbugs
On behalf of Law Office of Paul Mankin on Wednesday, June 27, 2018. Bedbugs. What a revolting thought. Do you have them in your California home or apartment?
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June 4, 2018
Signs Of Lead Paint Exposure In Your Apartment
On behalf of Law Office of Paul Mankin on Monday, June 4, 2018. Lead paint is a serious health hazard.
Read articleMay 18, 2018
The Dangers Of Residential Water Damage
On behalf of Law Office of Paul Mankin on Tuesday, May 29, 2018. As a tenant, you are responsible to inform your landlord when a leak occurs.
Read articleApril 27, 2018
Can You Legally Break Your Lease?
If you signed a lease when you moved into your California home or apartment and now find that you must move even though your lease term still has several…
Read articleMarch 31, 2018
3 Options To Consider If Your Landlord Is Not Making Repairs
As a renter in California, you deserve a habitable rental unit. Your landlord has legal responsibilities for making necessary repairs and maintenance.
Read articleMarch 5, 2018
3 Signs Your Apartment Is Unlivable
Is your apartment uninhabitable? California rental laws require apartments to suitable for humans to live in, free of hazards that put the safety and…
Read articleFebruary 28, 2018
Are You Afraid Of Landlord Retaliation?
Many people live in conditions that are untenable. For example, a landlord might do nothing about a bedbug infestation, broken door and leaky toilet.
Read articleJanuary 18, 2018
What To Do If Your Landlord Will Not Fix Your Apartment
Renting an apartment comes with many benefits, such as community amenities, no property taxes and free maintenance.
Read articleJanuary 16, 2018
Is It Safe To Live In An Apartment With Lead Paint?
"The apartment has lead paint," is a phrase you are unlikely to enjoy hearing.
Read articleDecember 28, 2017
3 Ways Bed Bugs Are A Risk To Your Health
Bed bugs can be more than a simple nuisance; they are also harmful to your health.
Read articleDecember 8, 2017
3 Things Every Tenant Should Know About Lead Paint
When you sign a lease and move into a new home or apartment, you likely do not expect that it will be a hazard to your health and the health of your family.
Read articleSeptember 19, 2017
3 Signs Your Apartment Is Uninhabitable
When you originally moved into your apartment in Los Angeles, you were probably excited.
Read articleSeptember 8, 2017
Why Cockroaches In The Home Are A Danger To Your Health
There are certain critters and creatures you never want to see in the place you call home, and cockroaches tend to rank high on the list.
Read articleSeptember 6, 2017
Possible Indications Of Lead Paint Exposure
Lead poisoning can have serious, lifelong effects, and children are often among its littlest victims.
Read articleAugust 4, 2017
Can I Move Out Before My Lease Is Up?
Renting an apartment in the Los Angeles area comes with a lot of rules.
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