If my roommate terminates the lease early is she responsible for her half of the rent?
Full Question:
After three months my roommate decides she wants to move out and she legally breaks a lease that we both signed together. The lease is for 12 months. Will she be responsible for her half of the rent?
02/07/2007 |
Category: Landlord Ten... ยป Lease Termin... |
State: Alabama |
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Answer:
While we do not know the terms of your lease, you and your roommate are probably jointly and severally liable for the rent. Joint and several liability means that the landlord can seek all damages from one of you or both of you.