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Q: I rented an apartment and did not specify how many children I have, it was a 2 bedroom 2.5 bath. The landlord asked a

neighbor about us and was informed of our 9 month old daughter who cries throughout the night when she’s hungry. The landlord then tells us we need to move out we were only living in this residence for two weeks she allowed us to move in early but our lease agreement stated our lease started on... View More

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Q: Can my landlord enter my apartment (Missouri) given what my lease says

My lease has the following clause for entering:

“LESSEE shall allow LESSOR and its agents and employees to examine, repair, perform routine preventative maintenance, pest control, and show the LEASED PREMISES to prospective buyers/residents between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM. LESSOR may enter... View More

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Q: Landlord wont fix leaking pipes or sewage backup due2 root blockage. Either Ignored or told i can leave . Sue?

Pre.-existung leaking pipes bring bugs and need to fix to be completely bug free. Sewage prob is combo from mainline sewer backflow into rental and roots/damaged lines on rental side. It is not from misuse and feces was filled in floor vents upon moving in upon inspection. I cleaned all and soon... View More

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Q: Do you help tenants w/ dishonest and harassing property managers?

Management coming in home repeatedly w/o notice on video, refusing to except a 30 day notice after signing for it from post office. Trying to charge another month when lease is over.

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Q: Is this a conflict of interest?

I had a paid consultation with a lawyer about helping me with a counter claim for damages my ex did to the house I live in. It was a lawsuit my ex filed against me. Shortly after I get an eviction notice with the reasons being for the same damages and it’s the same law firm I went to. The... View More

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Q: My landlord never provided me with the physical/mailing address of the land I was actively renting? Can I sure him?
Stephen Murray
Stephen Murray
answered on Oct 18, 2024

It sounds like a frustrating situation. In Missouri, landlords are generally required to provide tenants with certain information, including the name and address of the property owner or the person authorized to manage the property. This is so tenants know where to send rent payments or legal... View More

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Q: Can I stop this garnishment or am I stuck paying this even though I do not owe it.

2018 I was evicted from my rental property cause I let my brother move In with me and he got the cops called on him one evening landlord found out about it. I never was late on rent and this and landlord was not right he wanted to negotiate rent with me often you know what I mean but I handle him... View More

Ronald J. Eisenberg
Ronald J. Eisenberg
answered on Aug 29, 2024

What matters is not whether you believe you owed the money related to the alleged debt for which you were sued. What matters is if you were properly served with the summons, the amount of the judgment, the calculation of post-judgment interest. If service of the summons was improper you may file... View More

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Q: Can a landlord evict you for having a caregiver ? Have Dr letter .caregiver doesn't live there but is there alot

Have letter from Dr stating resident requires 24 HR CARE. Caregiver doesn't live there. But is there everyday. Landlord makes comments everyday and has gave three violations for unauthorized occupants

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answered on May 28, 2024

You cannot be evicted for having a caregiver if you have a doctor's letter stating that you require 24-hour care. The caregiver being present frequently, but not living there, should not be considered a violation of your lease. Your landlord's comments and violations for unauthorized... View More

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Q: My tenants living in my house say some kid threw a rock and the window is broken. Who should pay for damaged window?
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answered on Apr 16, 2024

In a typical landlord-tenant situation, the responsibility for paying for a broken window depends on several factors:

1. Lease agreement: Check your lease agreement to see if it specifies who is responsible for repairs due to damage caused by third parties.

2. Renters insurance: If...
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Q: Is it normal to be asked for the next month's rent in advance to stop an eviction?

Hi, I'm late on my rent and my landlord sent me an email today saying that my case was being sent to an attorney to start eviction. She sent me a 3 day notice on last Friday. I thought that the 3 days started the day after the notice was sent and did not include weekends. Her email stated that... View More

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answered on Mar 31, 2024

It is not typical for a landlord to demand the next month's rent in advance to stop an eviction process, but it may be within their rights depending on your lease agreement and local laws.

Here are a few things to consider:

1. Check your lease agreement to see if there are any...
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Q: Can my landlord evict me for a “messy” house? I have a 12 month lease.

Myself, my fiancé, and daughter live in a 2 bed 1bath. My landlord came in and was screaming how my house is “filthy” and like a “landfill”. My house is cluttered with baby toys and bouncers and the floor has a tummy time mat. However there is not any health hazards like mold or mildew.... View More

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answered on Mar 31, 2024

Generally, a landlord cannot evict a tenant for having a "messy" or cluttered house, as long as the clutter does not violate the lease agreement, local health codes, or other laws. Clutter from baby items like toys, bouncers, and tummy time mats would not typically be grounds for... View More

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Q: Me and my fiancee rents a home with no lease or contract and lived here for a year. Can she kick me out or can I stay

Everything in the house is basically mine the internet is in my name but the utilities is in her name

Ronald J. Eisenberg
Ronald J. Eisenberg
answered on Feb 15, 2024

If you two are not subject to a written lease, then you are on a month-to-month tenancy and your landlord. If you are both considered tenants, then one tenant cannot kick the other out because the right to be there is a right conferred by the landlord.

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Q: IVE BEEN SERVED LESS THAN 24 HRS NOTICE TO VACATE THE LANDLORD SENT PEOPLE THAT TOOK MY MERCHANDISE

Nov '22 owner connects me with rent to owner from her and i sign a lease for commercial property, aug and sept he asks me to send rent direct to owner . nov i am told by ower that he is out and i need pay her. i ask for paperwork showing he is out and a lease agreement she sends lease but... View More

Ronald J. Eisenberg
Ronald J. Eisenberg
answered on Jan 2, 2024

You didn't ask a specific question, but it sounds like you need to hire an attorney. In order for your landlord to force you out tomorrow legally, there would need to have been a lawsuit filed, a judgment entered, and action by the sheriff. My guess is that what you received is merely a... View More

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Q: My landlord threw all my in the dumpster after going into my apartment without my permission or notifying me first. and

then changed the locks to the door.

Ronald J. Eisenberg
Ronald J. Eisenberg
answered on Jan 2, 2024

That sounds like unlawful "self help." Call an attorney to assess your options, including suing your landlord.

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Q: What does Defendant waives any statutory stay of execution upon this judgment in an eviction case?

Plaintiffs agree to stay execution as long as defendant pay $2393 by December 15 2023 and commencing January 1 2024 on or before the 1st day of each week/month pay plaintiff the sum of $795.28 until full amount of judgment is satisfied. Including all accruing rental as herein above.

Ronald J. Eisenberg
Ronald J. Eisenberg
answered on Jan 2, 2024

A stay of execution is a hold on enforcement of the judgment.

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Q: Who would I sue for stolen property property damages and harassment and emotional damage neighbors or landlord
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answered on Dec 4, 2023

The decision of whether to sue your neighbors or your landlord depends on the specific facts of your case. It is advisable to consult with an attorney to determine who is the most likely responsible party and to assess the strength of your potential case.

Considerations When Deciding Whom...
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Q: Can A Landlord be sued for Loss of property? Can a landlord in Missouri be sued for emotional distress ?

Me again, I am wanting to know if a landlord can be sued for loss of property , and or emotional distress. Back story is signed a lease on a condemned property and was not able to get any property , all of it was thrown a way. Obviously this was a sudden thing, and a very traumatizing event that i... View More

Ronald J. Eisenberg
Ronald J. Eisenberg
answered on Dec 1, 2023

A landlord may be sued for breach of lease or for a tort claim.

I am confident that if you are willing and able to pay an attorney by the hour, and assuming your situation has merit, you will be able to find an attorney.

You can discuss with that attorney emotional distress...
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Q: How is loss of property(not real estate) calculated in court? Other than receipts what else would be considered
Ronald J. Eisenberg
Ronald J. Eisenberg
answered on Nov 21, 2023

The fair market value of property would need to be determined. In large cases, parties use expert witnesses. In small, cases, parties submit evidence of what they paid or what similar property sells for use.

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Q: If a home was condemned after signing the lease can i sue the owner?

I renewed a lease after the home was condemned, but was never notified the home was condemned by the city nor the property owner. The city said I was just "stuck in the middle" and its all the property owner fault because technically with a condemnation they don't have to give... View More

Ronald J. Eisenberg
Ronald J. Eisenberg
answered on Nov 17, 2023

I am sorry to hear about your situation. You can likely sue your landlord for breach of the implied warranty of habitability. You will need to decide whether it is worth paying an attorney by the hour to go after your landlord. if your landlord allowed the property to be condemned, he might not... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Landlord - Tenant and Small Claims for Missouri on
Q: If given a choice is it better or more beneficial to sue a individual or their LLC.?
Ronald J. Eisenberg
Ronald J. Eisenberg
answered on Nov 17, 2023

Depends upon on which one you'd be more likely to collect a judgment. If you have a valid legal basis to sue both, that might be your best option. If you are suing for breach of contract, you should sue the party to the contract.

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