I agree with the above answer, especially in light of the facts you provided in the comments. In landlord/tenant cases, the notion of...

Do I have a case?

You should contact a lawyer in your area, preferably one with experience in some combination of real estate, construction (or construction defect),...

Can my former tenant take me to court for the rest of his security deposit when I returned it within 30 days less damages?

Of course your former tenant can take you to court. Whether or not he wins, however, is another matter altogether. But if you're looking at a...

My 6 month lease was up 14 months ago the com i signed with is no longernbubu in bussiness and the acting owner now has decided

Why would you ever stay an extra year in a place that you yourself describe as a 'slumlord's'? Or, further, why would you consider 'holding out to...

What the worst that can happen if my landlord who rent me a room refuse to take rent money from me threathen to get a lawyer ?

I'm not sure that I understand your question completely. If you're paying (or attempting to pay) your rent on time, but the landlord isn't...

Even if the police are not helpful, they should be able to refer you to a qualified professional that can assist you. Otherwise, you may try to...

Landlord states "I never give back deposits"

You should contact an attorney in your area to assist you. If you terminated the lease without providing proper notice, the landlord likely does...

Who do i need to contact to report unsafe living enviroment

Initially, you should contact your landlord (preferably in writing, keeping a copy). Depending upon how the landlord responds and, most...

I agree with the previous answer. Additionally, there is a common perception -- that perhaps you also hold -- that as to a defendant, just...

Can you be charged for smoking in your apt. if its not specified in the leasing contract?

Yes. Just because a lease agreement does not specify that the apartment is non-smoking, a landlord still can charge a tenant for repairs of items...