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National Tenants' rights

Don't be a victim of foreclosure

The Public Justice Center of Baltimore, MD has long been an advocate to Baltimore city tenants facing troubles with landlords. In the weeks to come...
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Water rate hike expected to be more significant than previously reported

Houston City Council voted 12-3 last Aprilto raise water rateson all classes of its customers. The new rates became effectiveJune 1. Previously the...
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City of Houston significantly raises water rates beginning this month

An additional water rate increase went into effect June 1 for the city of Houston.Previously, there was a 14-cents-per-month increase last April;...
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People's Law School coming up on Saturday, April 3rd

The Center for Consumer Law at the University of Houston's Law Center is sponsoring its popular People’s Law School again this spring on...
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Tenants' rights: Rent

Landlords can charge whatever they like for rent. The only caveat is that the rent stay the same during a lease period. If your lease expires, it...
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New series: What rights do you have as tenants? The lease...

Always keep in mind that the lease you sign as a lessor is in fact a contract enforceable in a court of law. As with any such document, a careful...
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HELP! I need legal assistance and don't have any money

What are low-income Texans to do when they need legal services and can’t afford them? One of the better options is to contact Lone Star Legal...
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