Can landlord refuse my payment of past due rent as noted in the Dispossessory? This is the first time I've had a Dispossessory.

I agree with Mr. Bernstein and would just add that, in Georgia, payment of the past due rent, late fees and the court costs is a complete defense...

Landlord refused to repair major electrical issue. Now I have property damage and being evicted. Help!

The short answer is yes, you can counterclaim. Whether or not you will be successful is another question. Although you state "Landlord refused to...

My landlord filed a Dispossessory against me for one month's rent. This is her first time filing one against me.

From the facts as you have described them, it sounds like you have a complete defense to the eviction. If you go to court and show proof that...

I signed a lease renewal in september. My Lease was up in June 2014, and I was month to month from June until November 30, 2014.

The facts you present are somewhat confusing, but if I understand correctly, you've signed a lease renewal for a new term to begin on 12/1/2014....

Am I entitled to compensation/lease termination if I was outright lied to about prior tenant dying in my apartment?

DId you ask general questions or did you specifically ask whether the previous tenant had died in there? No one has to tell you anything about it...

Do I owe rent if hvac unit caused high bill?

The short answer is yes, you must pay the rent. In Georgia, you can't simply withhold rent. Tendering payment for all rent, late fees, and court...

Landlord has filed a dispossessory against me for the first time since I've been a tenant. What are my rights?

Under Georgia law, paying (or attempting to pay) the full amount of past due rent, late fees and court costs is a complete defense to an eviction...

In the state of Georgia, What are grounds for an appeal?

Generally speaking, an appeal must be based on some error in the original proceeding. It is much more difficult to win an appeal that it is to win...

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Hi... is it possible to get pro bono work for and illegal eviction?

Did you have a written lease? You stated that you informed the LL that you would be leaving early. What date did you give the LL for your last day?...

GA - Writ of Possession granted

You are required to place the tenants belongings "on some portion of the landlord's property or on other property as may be designated by the...