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PhillyPanda t1_j0mj15u wrote

Reply to comment by Indiana_Jawns in Flu, COVID, and RSV have strained Philly hospitals. Is the ‘tridemic’ our new normal? by jargito

I’m confused, if it’s debunked, Why does the article and Covid 19 White House coordinator seem to lend credit to the concept? Or is the concept of non-exposure different from weakened immune system?

>What makes this season unique isn’t the emergence of a new virus but that many are getting sick after not being exposed to flu and RSV in recent years. It’s a concept experts call “immunity debt.”

>This has left the population “more susceptible to a bigger wave of infections,” said Ashish Jha, the White House COVID-19 response coordinator.

>Prior to the pandemic, nearly all kids caught RSV before their second birthday. But after two winters of masking and social distancing to prevent COVID, the cold-like virus has been infecting a population of children who did not build up antibodies in their first years.

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PhillyPanda t1_iyr6lvm wrote

Reply to Good “experiences” to gift someone in Philly? by Triphae

Cooking classes: Hudson Table and Old City Kitchen, also Cozy Meal

I think five iron golf has an Xmas promo going on

Could try the new Philly Cheese School for cheese

Cocktail making classes at Cocktail Culture

Philadelphia Woodworks has various wood projects, Loop has knitting classes

Callowhill archery or the Cliffs at Callowhill (climbing)

A membership pass to a museum/the zoo

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PhillyPanda t1_iyr141l wrote

Reply to comment by Tumble85 in Landlord is using threats of violence against me. by Tumble85

Licenses and Inspections (311) - https://www.phila.gov/departments/department-of-licenses-and-inspections/

Life happens and he shouldn’t make threats but they contractually agreed to a year long lease for whatever amount is stated in the lease (if the extra $200 is in the signed lease, then it’s there) so your friend needs to look at their lease to see what they’re on the hook for financially. Sometimes there are early termination provisions to get out of a lease but usually not. He can also try to negotiate with the landlord (usually two months rent + security deposit is something a landlord might concede to) but the landlord doesnt have to agree to that.

Once he formally terminates his lease (and leaves), Landlords have to make an attempt to re-rent the unit but PA law is vague on this and your friend is going to be on the hook for rent until the landlord does find a replacement which is why it’s good to look himself if possible and find a replacement.

But… if there’s no heat (below a certain temp) / hot water (generally) - his place isn’t habitable and he can stay and withhold rent (put rent in escrow, which means he’s paying rent still but paying it to a bank where it just sits)/or he can terminate the lease and leave no penalty, which is why calling L&I may be a good move so it’s documented if this goes to court. Also why it’s good to be sure everything is in writing, certified mail preferred. Heat/hot water are typically emergency repairs so if not fixed within a day or two after formal notification, there’s a basis to leave.

This guy sounds sketchy and there’s a chance he’s not a licensed rental. You can search here: https://atlas.phila.gov/ If he’s not a licensed renter, it’s also illegal for him to collect rent from your friend so he’ll have no course of action through the court system to bring a suit against your friend if they leave.

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PhillyPanda t1_iyquiu7 wrote

Reply to comment by Jmarz166 in University of Pennsylvania student attacked in Center City; female suspect sought by JBizznass

If they’re a danger to themselves or a serious threat to others, the solution is locking them up until they are not a danger to themselves and others. It doesn’t matter if they’re homeless or not.

If they don’t cross that threshold, they have a civil right to be uninstitionalized and mentally ill, homeless or not

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PhillyPanda t1_iyk71k7 wrote

Reply to Landlord is using threats of violence against me. by Tumble85

What is the term of the lease? If it’s a month to month, give him formal notice in writing of intent to terminate now. If it’s a year long lease, the landlord shouldn’t really touch the security deposit or last months rent.

Make sure notifications are in writing and are asking him to fix things. Hot water is a required utility. Contact L&I about hot water/heat and have them document no hot water and temps below the required temperature. Have him check if the landlord is a licensed rental.

He can’t throw him out but he can start the eviction process, which will involve mediation so will take some time. While this is happening your friend should look for someone to take over the lease and ability to access his savings (might have misread this part).

Unless he documented the verbal threats somehow or has witnesses, it’s pretty he said/he said. He should only really have contact with the landlord in writing from now on.

If the landlord changes the locks/actually throws him out, he has recourse, it’s illegal, he should call the cops.

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