What are my rights as a tenant?

Mr. Treiman and Mr. Smollens have provided good advice here.

Can your landlord evict you for something that is not your fault?

The landlord can choose to evict for almost any material breach of the terms of the lease. This probably qualifies but you should have a local...

Who's liable for my damage deposit??

You would need to consult a local attorney to get a complete opinion. For what you have said it is likely you could hold the company...

Landlord tenant law... Bankruptcy question?

Yes the bankruptcy can discharge the judgment. FYI, If there was a hearing about the damages it would have been up to the LL to show that the...

Am I legally binded into this lease agreement?

In general a lease/contract is effective when parties have reached an agreement. A signed writen contract is best because it is easier to...

Hopefully you documented it all with pictures. You seem to be taking the best route by talking to them. You should read the rental agreement in...

I'm subletting an apartment and the prime tenant wants to break the lease

Your question is not clear. It is hard to determine if the two of you rented the apt together, or the landlorded rented to each of you seperately,...

If my tenants damaged my rental house, can I take the money out of their deposit?

First off as a LL you really should familiarize yourself with Chap 92 of the Property Code before you get yourself into trouble. You as the LL...

Yes, that would be a legitimate charge against the deposit as long as you replace with similar type/quality.

Is it legal for a rental property to serve a three day notice after a thirty day notice to vacate has been given by the tenant?

In general the landlord can begin the eviction process for any breach of the lease. If you have failed to pay rent as required by the lease,...