Yes he can, unless you have proof that you were renting on a month to month basis.
otherwise if you moved in together and had been living there for several moths the judge will decide that you were meant to stay till the end of the lease. , regardless of whether your name was on it or not.
Without a written contract, realistically the answer is no. Especially as the rommmate can claim to have paid in cash.
You may certainly - assuming it's your name on the apartment - have the non-paying roommate leave, though.
But as with all legal matters, consult with an attorney in your area, so as to get advice specific to your situation.
The overcharge is fraud, and a federal crime. You should notify the housing authority that issued the voucher, and sue the landlord for the overpayment, or just refuse to pay rent until you are square.
You can certainly move out. * None. The owner of the property can rent/lease on their own terms. The only exception being that they do not violate a person's civil rights by using blatant discrimination tactics.
Depends on the details. How much of the lease was left when the tenant broke the lease? Did you re-rent the apartment? If so, when? Contact me with the details and I will try to help. In the meantime keep track of all the charges. My blog:www.thelandlorddoctor.com Email: Bill@thelandlorddoctor.com
You sue a landlord in which ever state you signed the lease and retained the property in. If the landlord resides in Toledo, Ohio and you rent a property and signed your lease in Monroe, Michigan, you sue in Monroe, Michigan. However, if your lease specifies that any civil proceedings must take place in the landlords state of residency, you're bound by the contract to file suit in the landlords state of residency.
Yes they can. They can put it in the hands of a Debt Collector (small debts) and even take you to court. It would be to your best interest to quit running from your problem and try to work out something with the Property Manager. By running, they'll just catch up to you eventually. Face your consequences and hopefully you have a good reason for being behind in your rent. Always make good on your debts even if you have to bargain to pay that debt off! When someone wins a lawsuit, one option is to seek payment through through the method you described.
If they are on it-yes.
no they cannot because your name is not on the bill
If you are not refusing to pay and you pay the debt, they would have no reason to sue you. If you refuse to pay a valid debt, they may advise their client to sue you depending on what state you are in and what the laws are there. Some states only allow original creditors to sue and not the collection agency.
of course you can
I am a homeowner and have a roommate. Can they sue me if they get hurt on my property?
Conceivably. Lets stay you sign a lease together, but you move out. She has to pay all the rent, but you are legally responsible for half. She could sue you for your half, and probably win. If you're shacking up with her in her apartment, but she is paying all the rent, she might be able to sue you for some of it. No guarantee for her, but, what kind of leech doesn't contibute?
Civil suit in small claims court.
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.
No. Talk to your lawyer.
Yes you can. Be sure to have as much documentation as possible (contractor/rent reciepts along with banking info) since the liability will be determined by tribunal or court. Also on the damages--be prepared to show that the damages are the fault of the roommate who you are suing and were not caused by you.
Yes, you can sue anyone who owes you money
Sure.