While much depends on the details and extent of things, a bad dishwasher, insects and mold are unlikely to be sufficient grounds for breaking a...

Much depends on what your lease and community rules say, as well as what the manager says is his reason for the prohibition.

Avvo is designed to provide information on general practices and legal principles. It does NOT provide specific legal advice, create a...

You need to see a local landlord-tenant attorney immediately. Yes, it likely is defamation though proving it may be difficult. Not sure what a 10...

It depends on why they over-locked your storage unit. There are at least two sides to every story. Can't know which should prevail without knowing...

The short answer is yes. By city ordinance in Portland, a landlord must pay the provider for trash collection - this increases the likelihood that...

Whether they legally could move you to a different spot likely depends upon the terms of your rental agreement. If the sewer doesn't work where...

The answer may be a bit ambiguous. It is definitely allowed if a written rental agreement provides for actual notice by email (also for text...

Your landlord is wrong. It is his express duty to ensure your right to quiet enjoyment of your tenancy. Be sure to consistently document the...

Of course you can request upgrades like new carpet. You can't require them however. If the landlord declines, your options are either to live with...