My landlord plans to "throw us out" today. I know this is illegal, what can we do to avoid the confrontation?

As you already know, it is illegal for your landlord to personally try and remove you from the property without filing a proper suit for eviction...

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Does a landlord have the right to make their tenants follow spoken rules that were not in the lease?

The terms of your lease control, so if there is no restriction in the lease regarding the keeping pets in the rental property, you are entitled to...

Do I have to hold someones property?

When a tenant leaves behind personal property after vacating a rental property, the landlord should comply with Chapter 715 of Florida Statutes...

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Is there a state law in FL requiring written and current lease copies for all units be kept on file by condominium boards?

I agree with my colleague and add that Florida law does not permit any one to "lock out" a tenant. The removal of a tenant must be accomplished by...

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Can my husband be evicted from our apt they have evicted me which i know i have been evicted for not paying rent due to medica

I am not clear why only you were evicted if you were occupying the same apartment as your husband. In general, if the rent is not being, anyone...

Will I have to return the amount withheld for damages from a security deposit because I failed to give written notice.

I agree with my colleague and add that for future reference you should review Florida Statute 83.49 which outlines what a landlord must do to...

There are 2 people living in the apartment, but only one has been dealing the mail i do no they need to apply

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If your lease states that no pets are allowed and you do not have your landlord's permission to have a pet, then you have breached the lease...

What is the next step when my 'landlord' changes the locks, has my car towed away and removes my belongings from my rental home?

I agree with my colleague and add that under the facts you have stated, your landlord can be held liable for triple your monthly rent amount plus...

I live in Gulfport, FL. Is my landlord responsible for raccoons living in my attic as well as the holes they are climbing into?

You should review your lease and Florida Statute 83.51. Both will outline your landlords duties regarding pest control.