Landlord Tenant Legal Questions and Answers
What remedy do I have for damages by tenant that has moved?
My tenant vacated the rental unit in Wyoming yesterday. On inspection, I found that there were some repairs required that occurred due to the negligence use of the unit by the tenant. What remedy do I have in this regard?
12/30/2016 | Category: Landlord Tenant | State: Wyoming | #29147My landlord refuses to clean the common garbage dumping area?
My landlord refuses to clean the common garbage dumping canisters from our apartment which is now overflowing with garbage and causing quite the nuisances for all of us. He says it’s our duty to clean up our own mess. Is this true per the tenancy laws in Wyoming?
12/30/2016 | Category: Landlord Tenant | State: Wyoming | #29146When i notified my landlord about the leaky roof in the rental house, he sent me notice to vacate.
My rental apartment has a leaky roof that dampens the air in the rooms and makes it difficult to live. When I approached my landlord to fix the problem, he sent me a notice to terminate and vacate the unit. In Wyoming, can I sue him for the mental anguish caused?
12/30/2016 | Category: Landlord Tenant | State: Wyoming | #29145Is the tenant entitled to receive this interest on a security deposit in New jersey?
I am residing in New Jersey as a tenant. I received a written notice from my landlord that the security deposit paid by me was deposited in a savings bank account and is earning an interest of 7 percent per annum. Am I entitled to receive this interest?
12/29/2016 | Category: Landlord Tenant | State: New Jersey | #29121Can a landlord increase the rent because the tenant complains of making repairs in the rental premises?
I am living in a rented apartment in the state of Ohio. My landlord has increased my rent because I complained about not making the repairs to the rental premises that were promised by him. These repairs are reasonably necessary to keep the premises in a habitable condition. What action can I take against my landlord?
12/29/2016 | Category: Landlord Tenant | State: Ohio | #29045Can a landlord evict the tenant for joining with the other tenants?
I have rented a four-story building to four tenants. My new tenant along with the other tenants has been asking me to amend few terms in the rental agreement. These terms relate to the amount of rent and maintenance of property. I want to evict my tenant for joining with the other tenants and trying to negotiate the terms of the rental agreement. Can I bring an action against t...
12/29/2016 | Category: Landlord Tenant | State: Ohio | #29043Can the landlord retaliate if the tenant complains about a violation of any of the landlord’s duties?
I am a tenant in Alabama. My landlord has disconnected the cable connection as I complained that the heater in our apartment is not working. He did not take any action to rectify the fault, instead retaliated for complaining about the fault. What remedy is available for me in this regard?
12/28/2016 | Category: Landlord Tenant | State: Alabama | #29020Can I terminate the lease on the grounds that my boyfriend is physically abusive?
I moved in with my boyfriend to an apartment that is leased out in my name situated in Norfolk, Virginia. I had no idea staying with him would reveal a different side to him. He is physically abusive and I fear for my life. I have more than 8 months to go before my lease expires. Do I have a legal remedy to terminate the lease and move out of here as soon as possible?
12/28/2016 | Category: Landlord Tenant | State: Virginia | #28943Can the landlord be obligated to fix the electrical wiring in the apartment?
My landlord has been ignoring my repeated request to fix the electrical wiring in the apartment. The voltage fluctuations due to the low-quality work have caused severe damages to my personal electrical appliances. How can deal with this menace per the tenancy laws in Virginia?
12/28/2016 | Category: Landlord Tenant | State: Virginia | #28942Can a landlord request for prepaid rent and include it in the lease agreement in Virginia?
I moved to Virginia recently and have signed a monthly renewable lease for the rental unit I am currently residing at. My landlord has requested for prepaid rent and has included it in the lease agreement. Is this legally valid in Virginia?
12/28/2016 | Category: Landlord Tenant | State: Virginia | #28939