Can I break my lease?

Before leaving call your local rental unit inspector and have them inspect your property. This inspection will provide valuable proof of your...

In the middle of the month, I left the apartment I was renting without a written lease. Do I have to pay the full month's rent?

Probably not. If your landlord takes legal action against you he will not be able to recover rent because you two do not have a written lease. A...

If my lease indicates a higher fee for late payment than the maximum that the state allows am I obligated to pay that late fee

I agree with Debra. This is a prohibited residential lease provision that cannot be enforced by your landlord. If he or she does attempt to...

How can I get my boyfriend of 5 years to move out of my house?

Because he pays rent he most likely has a legal right to be there. Only a Court has the power to order an eviction so you have to file a suit...

Have had fleas over a month, treated 4x, Ll knew flea problem prior to move in. Flea free for 6 days but want to break lease

You should get your local county inspector to inspect your property and pressure your landlord to fix the issue. If the conditions are bad enough,...

Can I sue? Or what can I do with my apartment complex?

Probably since you've clearly been harmed. I see quite a few possible causes of action. But what are you hoping to recover by suing your...

Landlord tenant laws

Probably not. But for a more definitive answer you should contact an attorney and show him or her the current lease agreement. They can already...

I think you should try contacting a personal injury attorney to see if you can recover for your medical bills and pain and suffering. Those types...

I'm renting a room and the landlord said that my $ 700 monthly security deposit is non refundable. Is that legal?

I agree with Mark and Patrick. In addition you should make a written request for your security deposit and send it with UPS tracking and/or...

Can a landlady blame us for bedbugs without proving we introduced them?

One way you can fight is through a rent escrow action against your landlord. If successful this allows you to pay your rent to the court instead of...