Is a family member responsible for elderly tenant?\

The answer to this question depends on what the lease says. However, this is a civil matter and not a criminal one. Your landlord can't have you or...

Eviction process

There is no self help eviction in Texas. If a landlord wants to evict a tenant, they must go through the judicial process. That process involves...

The apartment my boyfriend lives at, keep sending him letter's saying he is breaking the rules about unauthorized guest living.

It really depends on what the lease agreement your boyfriend signed. Many leases contain clauses regarding unauthorized tenants. The lease will...

If a lease does not have information about tenants rights to repairs

That is a really complex (and interesting) question but not one I've ever seen litigated. Residential landlord/tenant issues are governed...

Can we keep a security deposit if tenant brings a pet into the home despite no pet policy?

I agree with Mr. Buehler but wanted to provide a little additional information. Chapter 92, Subchapter C of the Texas Property Code directly...

Like most questions involving landlord-tenant law, the answer depends on what your lease says. Many leases say that rent is due on the first of...

This is a new one to me. What does your lease say regarding pets? This particular issue isn't addressed by the Texas Property Code so whatever...

I just moved on June 6, 2013, when i do my laundry, the water backs up into both tubs and nearly over flows both toliets.

Section 92.052 of the Texas Property Code applies to this situation. It says, " A landlord shall make a diligent effort to repair or remedy a...

Evicted squatter left medical records in my house. Does HIPPA apply to me?

I'm not sure that HIPPA applies but I am certain that no good can come from using this information against a former tenant. I understand your anger...

Texas landlord moved felon in next door. Live in triplex. Do I have recourse?

Unless your landlord made some promise not to rent to a felon there isn't much you can do. Many landlords have policies against renting to felons...