Are these grounds to terminate my lease?

Look to your lease to see what the "termination" provisions might be. Usually there are none for the tenant. Otherwise you can make the decision...

In my area, a general continuance is not granted, but the matter would be set for a trial within a week or so. The statutes require that landlord...

If I file a counter-suit in an eviction hearing and lose, can I appeal?

Yes -- you would be permitted to appeal -- but at the end of this month, that appeal will procedurally be very different than right now, the time...

What will be "on record" is the fact of the filing. The Missouri courts are now using case.net which reports all court filings in the state of...

Can I challenge rent and possession with a counter-suit?

You can file a counter-claim. You will be required to meet the filing requirements and time limits and you will bear the burden of proof of your...

Can a collection agency representing the landlord demand payment for unspecified damages to an apartment 45 days after i moved ?

Did you receive a letter from the landlord, within 30 days of the end of the tenancy, with an itemized list of the reasons the security deposit was...

Is there such thing as tenants rights in the state of Missouri? Even when not under a lease?

There is no formal list of "tenant" rights. Both the landlord and tenant assume obligations and rights under the terms of a written agreement. ...

What can i do if i found out my landlord used a pervious occupancy permit from past tenant?

In my experience, city occupancy permits are issued and are applicable until some they are revoked for some other reason. Few cities require an...

If 4 tenants sign a lease,but only 2 pay the rent and bills,what actions can be taken to have the other 2 removed until they pay

The landlord probably has nothing to do about the situation! There is a dispute among 4 people all of whom signed the same lease. The landlord...

Can apartment complex be held response for a rental carport fire that destroy our care.

Your car is personal property and most leases inform the tenant that the landlord does not insure your personal property. Have you contacted your...