Q: Can u landlord evict u for suing them over a dog attack they r liable for. Is there anything legally I can do to avoid
I was attacked by a pitbull in the mobile home park I live in and my husband works for. The landlord is liable and she has already threatened me. I want to sue for the lifelong injuries I've sustained and the horrendous pain I'm constantly in. I don't want to be evicted for something I did not cause and because of their negligence has caused this incident.
A: No, your landlord cannot threaten you with eviction because you have the right to sue him for your damages. If he did start an eviction case, you could defend with the “retaliatory eviction defense” under Florida law. You should retain counsel here in Central Florida for contingency fee representation for your dog bite case, which means you pay nothing unless you win. It’s against Justia rules for attorneys to solicit your case, but you can research our backgrounds and reach out to one of us.
Charles M. Baron agrees with this answer
A: Short answer is No. The relationship between you and your landlord are governed by both Florida Law and the terms of your lease. You may also have a claim against the landlord and the owner of the dog (if it is someone other than the landlord) that attacked you for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering.
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