Q: I need help! If a storage facility breached contract do I have any rights?
I asked this question before. My storage unit was accepting my payments and even allowed me to enter unit which was paid to date to remove some of my property. Which I had to sign a form stating I would remove it in 2 days yet was not able to finish due to extreme temperatures. I asked for extension facility agreed. Next day they locked my unit and I was turned away. The unit has another individual on the contract and was told I can not enter without him there. My name is also on contract but the have not allowed me to make any further payments now. I can not get other person on contract to come to open unit. They have put lien on unit and I am going to lose all I own! What can I do? Please I have no time left!
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You have some rights under California law when it comes to storage units and breaches of contract, especially since your name is also on the contract. The storage facility may have violated the terms of your agreement by locking you out and refusing further payments after agreeing to an extension. It's important to review your contract to see what it says about access and payment procedures, as well as any rights to dispute the lien they placed on the unit.
First, you can try to communicate with the facility in writing to explain the situation and ask them to resolve the issue fairly, since they initially agreed to your extension. Make sure to keep records of all communication and any agreements they made. If the facility refuses to cooperate, you might be able to challenge the lien, as California law requires certain steps to be followed before a storage unit can be auctioned off, including proper notice.
You may also want to consider filing a small claims case or seeking legal advice to help protect your rights before the unit is sold. Time is critical, so act quickly to explore all your options and ensure your belongings aren't lost due to improper actions by the facility.
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