Q: Do I have a small claims court case?
Rented my home to a life long friend. No written contract, just verbal agreement. She had started "remodel" projects because she said she was going to buy the house. She backed out of buying but never finished her projects. She left tons of trash, destroyed the yard and caused damage to the house. She had promised to have things fixed before she moved out. Promised to have a cleaning crew come in. None of these things were done. It is going to cost a fortune to fix everything that she did. She has flat out refused to pay or do anything.
A:
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for four weeks. Small claims courts nationwide have limits on dollar amounts. Until you're able to arrange a meaningful consult with an attorney in the state, you could familiarize yourselves online with the state's small claims resources. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
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