Can I go after my roommate/subtenant for the full security deposit?

If the subtenant violated your lease, or if the subtenant acted in an egregious manner that you can prove directly caused your damages, then you...

A redeemable judgment means the tenant can "pay and stay." If a landlord has a redeemable judgment and the tenant achieves a zero balance prior to...

Washington DC Tenant scheduled for eviction should I accept partial payments?

Pending eviction, a landlord has no obligation to accept a partial payment. However, even if a landlord does accept a partial payment, the...

DCRA often conducts residential property inspections without the owner's prior knowledge. DCRA will mail a copy of the inspection report to the...

I had a live writ filed against me back in Nov. I paid it all off, is the writ still live because I haven't paid for Jan yet?

The case that first explained nonpayment of rent cases as "redeemable" is Trans-Lux Radio City Corp. v. Serv. Parking Corp., 54 A.2d 144 (D.C....

While leasing a store front and the building is sold. Do I have the first right of refusal?

DC's Tenant Opportunity To Purchase Act ("TOPA") does not apply to commercial tenancies. Therefore, the only obligatory right of first refusal for...

Can ask my landlord to pay half of my utilities because the problem hasn't been fix?

You can always ask your landlord for an amicable resolution. Because you will have a continuing relationship with the landlord, commmunication and...

I need a lawyer that knows DC law and the difference between a house guest and a tenant. the law is very explicit between them

The answer is not necessarily black and white. The legal phrases to define a tenancy are "privity of contract" and "privity of estate." ...

Unfortunately, without further information, it is not possible to advise on why the Judge told you to seek counsel after you obtained a judgment...

Can I break my apartment lease?

If you have signed a lease that obligates you to pay rent through August, you could be held responsible for the rent that will continue to accrue...