Q: The landlord had a maintenance company enter the premises to clean out 2 bedrooms since those 2 roommates where vacatin
vacating and new roommates were moving in. The maintenance company (admittedly) accidentally removed my personal belongings. They only want to pay "goodwill/used furniture" prices for the furniture, not current replacement values. Am I obliged to accept their valuation on my belongings? I have a current rental agreement with them this year and am in good standing--always paying my rent and caring for the property. Thank you.
A: You do not have to accept a settlement offer by your landlord for the items that were removed and thrown out. You can pursue compensation for your damages in a court of law if you wish.
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