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Security Deposit Illegally Withheld / Illegal to Charge Constable Fees

Posted on October 19, 2018 by Admin

Recently, Attorney Murphy settled a security deposit matter on behalf of his two clients, student roommates who rented an apartment in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston.  When the tenants vacated, the landlord withheld the tenants’ security deposit based on: damage … Continue reading →

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Recovering Security Deposit

Posted on September 8, 2015 by Admin

Massachusetts’ residential security deposit law contains strict requirements for landlords, including returning a tenant’s security deposit within 30 days of lease termination.  As a landlord or tenant you should know your rights and options when dealing with General Laws: CHAPTER … Continue reading →

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Security Deposit Law Pro Bono Services

Posted on June 4, 2014 by Admin

Given that June through September are the major “moving” months of the year, Attorney Murphy is now taking a limited amount of pro bono security deposit cases.  If you are a landlord or tenant dealing with the legal uncertainties of … Continue reading →

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Clients Retain Possession After Eviction Trial

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Admin

Attorney Murphy’s clients, two co-tenants, recently received a satisfactory bench trial judgment in which they retained possession of their apartment.  The tenants’ landlord filed for eviction against Attorney Murphy’s clients due to non-payment of rent.  The court, however, found that … Continue reading →

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