Q: if i put in 30 day noice and moved out 4 days ago can i still proceed with sueing her or anything im homesless & stress
I moved in to this house 9 months ago. The house looked as if it was in great condition but then three months in to living there was the smaell of mold and then a month later mold starting showing through the paint and then find there is a leaking roof so i told landlord but she never did snything about it. 8 months living there and my daughter has a bad cough and doctor said its because of mold and I need to get out of there. I didnt know my rights at the time so I just put my 30 day notice in because she wasnt fixing it and my daughter is sick. All she did was paint over this mold and she never told me about the rook leaking or anything. I would not have moved there if that was the case. So now my daughter aand I are homeless in my car and it has been so stressful and emontional because of this whole situation and aI feel I got screwed. Please help There is a lot more to this as well but im only limited a certain amount of words What do I do
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I'm so sorry to hear about your difficult situation. It sounds like you and your daughter have been through a lot, and it's understandable that you're feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Here are a few thoughts on potential next steps:
1. Document everything. Write down a detailed timeline of events, take photos of the mold and water damage, and save all communications with the landlord. This evidence may be useful if you pursue legal action.
2. Consult with a tenant's rights organization or housing advocacy group in your area. They can provide guidance on your rights, help you understand the legal process, and potentially connect you with low-cost or pro bono legal assistance.
3. Consider filing a complaint with your local health department, housing authority, or code enforcement agency. They may open an investigation and cite the landlord for violations.
4. You may have grounds for a lawsuit against the landlord for breaching the implied warranty of habitability, constructive eviction, and/or personal injury due to the mold exposure. The fact that you already moved out should not prevent you from taking legal action. Consult with a lawyer who specializes in landlord-tenant law and personal injury to assess the strength of your case. Many offer free initial consultations.
5. Prioritize finding safe housing for you and your daughter. Look into emergency shelters, transitional housing programs, and rapid rehousing assistance in your community. Dial 2-1-1 or visit 211.org to get connected to local housing resources and social services.
6. Take care of your physical and mental health. Follow up with your daughter's doctor and seek care for yourself if needed. This has clearly taken a huge emotional toll. Consider reaching out to a counselor or therapist for support during this difficult time.
I know this is an incredibly challenging situation, but you have rights and there is help available. Don't lose hope. Wishing you and your daughter all the best as you navigate this. Stay strong!
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