Most residential tenants are not legally required to vacate the rental unit where they are living when their lease term expires. In 2005, the New Hampshire Supreme Court said the landlord must evict the tenants if she wants them to leave. AIMCO Props. v. Dziewisz, 152 N.H. 587 (2005). So,…
You may think that obtaining a civil judgment against someone means they will pay you. Respectfully, think again. The judgment only means they owe you the amount of the judgment. Then the hard work really begins: collecting. New Hampshire law allows thirty (30) days for a judgment debtor to pay…
Despite the common-day meaning of “mechanic” in this title, mechanic’s liens in New Hampshire do not involve the repair of your automobiles at the local garage in Nashua. Instead, mechanic’s liens afford a legal remedy to people who have not been paid after performing labor or furnishing materials to construction…
Traps for the Unwary Abound! Many of our firm’s Nashua area commercial/business landlords and tenants have questions and concerns about how best to resolve disputes. Mediation is one option. Mediation is available throughout the New Hampshire judicial system, from small claim actions to Supreme Court appeals. However, court-sanctioned mediation is…
If you are hiring a contractor to build a house for you or hiring a contractor to perform repairs or construct an addition to your existing house, you should insist on a written warranty from the contractor. Many times, this important requirement is overlooked in the home construction area whereas…
If you intend to file a small claim in New Hampshire or have had a small claim filed against you, you will be introduced to the New Hampshire Court system’s Mediation Program. Mediation is not unique to small claim actions, as it is now available, and in some instances required,…
All landlords who rent real property for residential purposes must file a statement with the town or city clerk where the property is located providing the name, address, and telephone number of the person within the state who is authorized to accept service of process for any legal proceeding brought…
With the prices of cars these days, most everyone gets a loan to buy a car. The bank, finance company, or individual who lends money to you for the car puts a lien on the car which is stated on the title. The loan documents you sign give many rights…
If you bring your car to the local repair shop, dealer, or any repair facility in the state, you automatically subject yourself to a lien on your car for the amount of the repairs if not paid. In addition, the repair facility is also entitled to a daily storage fee…
Prior to discussing any details, it is important to note that extreme caution should be taken when a tenant attempts to withhold rent. Before doing so, it is recommended that an attorney be consulted. In order to protect those tenants residing in substandard housing units, New Hampshire has enacted RSA…