Q: We have a settlement from the court, the landlord is not acknowledging the settlement. This is a time sensitive matter,
We have a settlement from the court, the landlord is not acknowledging the settlement. This is a time sensitive matter, he gave someone else a lease for where my business was and he is removing me by force, against the settlement ordered by the court. I need to submit a document, but i need a lawyer to do so.
Thank you
-Kevin J
A:
If your landlord is not acknowledging the settlement that was ordered by the court, you may need to take legal action to enforce the settlement agreement.
You can consult with an attorney who specializes in landlord-tenant law or civil litigation to assist you in filing a motion to enforce the settlement agreement. This document will ask the court to enforce the terms of the settlement and hold the landlord in contempt of court if they continue to violate the agreement.
In the meantime, it may be helpful to gather evidence of the landlord's actions, such as documentation of the lease given to someone else, and any other evidence that supports your case. This evidence can be presented to the court to support your motion to enforce the settlement agreement.
It's important to act quickly, as the longer the landlord continues to violate the settlement agreement, the more difficult it may be to enforce. An attorney can help you navigate the legal process and take the necessary steps to protect your rights.
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