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Right after the tenant has moved out, if the landlord has his case ready. There is no waiting period, but the statute of limitations limits the amount of time the landlord has to file the lawsuit.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agoLandlords can sue tenants at any time a person can sue another: it depends on the reason for suing. Most landlord/tenant laws are limited to evictions for non-payment of rent or for violations of the terms of the lease. Damages to the unit are dealt with separately or as part of the eviction process. If damages are covered by the security deposit then the landlord has the right to offset the deposit, not "last month's rent," toward the cost of repairs. If a landlord wants to sue a former tenant then this becomes a regular lawsuit, not a landlord/tenant issue.
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∙ 11y agoThis is a contract dispute, so it's probably six years.
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∙ 14y agoDepends where you are and the nature of the dispute.
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∙ 14y agoWhat is the statue of limitations for a landlord to file suit against a tenant?
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∙ 12y agoMost contracts disputes have a limit of six years.
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can we sue landlord for not putting security deposit in bank account in nj
How long after you leave a house can the landlord sew you?
Well, I don't see how anyone can be sewn: I guess it can happen if the right string is used for sewing. Are you talking about SUING? Can a Landlord SUE you after you leave the house? Well, the landlord cannot sue for eviction if you're already gone. If you have damaged the property the landlord can sue for damages, and normally within two years, but this varies by state. Check with the Clerk of Courts or Prothonotary.
How does a landlord sue a tenant for unpaid rent in Ohio?
If you are the landlord and you are at the point of wanting to sue, you need to either speak to an eviction service or a lawyer. You do not want to get this wrong because US courts are very protective of tenants in these circumstances.
Can you sue your apartment complex for overpayment?
A tenant would file a law suit to get damages, to get something they are due that the landlord won't give them. If the landlord is overcharging, then the tenant would simply not pay the over-charge and tell the landlord this in writing with an explanation. If the landlord tries to evict, the tenant has a chance to explain in court why the eviction is wrong. If the judge agrees, the eviction will be denied. If the judge agrees with the landlord, then they decided you were wrong to think you were being overcharged.
If you want to take a landlord to court how long do you have to file against them?
If this helps any, a landlord is no different in terms of small claims or other civil court matter. If there are grounds to sue then you may do so. Check your state's Statute of Limitations laws to see how much time you have to sue a landlord or anyone else. Landlord and Tenant issues are only applicable to eviction proceedings, not small-claims court or other civil courts.
Can a renter sue in small claims court for constructive eviction?
You can only sue in small claims court for damages. Landlord and tenant cases are only opened by landlords, not the tenant. If, under constructive eviction clause, you exercise your right to move out of that property and the landlord keeps your security deposit and any other payments you made before moving into the property - except for the first months rent unless that's when you're moving out, then you have the right to sue the landlord to reclaim that money.
How much can a tenant sue a landlord for unfit habitation?
You cannot really sue your landlord for unfit habitation. If your rental unit is deemed unfit for habitation you may simply move out. If you are in the middle of the lease, and the dwelling is unfit for habitation, you have the right to move out under what is known as constructive eviction, meaning that you are abandoning the premises because you cannot live there. Your landlord may try to keep the security deposit if he is holding one for you. You must then sue the landlord to reclaim it.
Can a landlord sue the survivor of a tenant?
The landlord could sue the decedent's estate.
Eviction because tenant filed housing complaint?
A landlord can evict you for ANY reason. But will he win? That's the real question!! Well it works like this: if you file a housing complaint and your landlord evicts you, and you can prove it's because of the complaint, then this is called retaliatory behavior on the part of the landlord, and you can fight the eviction, and most likely win. In many states you can then sue your landlord for damages of up to three months rent abatement, court costs and any attorney fees.
Can you sue for wrongful arrest in Indiana?
Anyone can sue for wrongful arrest anywhere including Indiana. It is best to get an attorney that has been successful in the past with these types of cases.
Can we sue our landlord if he is hurt on the property by a bully and the landlord has been informed?
You cannot sue your landlord unless you suffered damages due to his negligence.
How much can a landlord sue you for in back rent?
If there was a lease, the landlord has an obligation to try to rent the unit after the tenant leaves. If he is unsuccessful, the tenant owes for each month that the unit is vacant, through the end of the lease.
