No. Not the landlord's problem.

You may be able to, if your safety and health are at issue. But, I would recommend that you refer to your written lease and provide written notice to the landlord of the outstanding issues. If the issues go uncured after providing a reasonable, or required, time delay, your chances of... View More

Yes. You should always put issue in writing, give a reasonable notice to cure (or time delay provided in the written lease, if one), and if problem goes unfixed, then the Lessor has breached its duty. Lessor also has duty to provide safe, healthy environment, even if other warranties against... View More

If he is not on the lease, then he does not have a right to be there. However, without the Lessor cooperating, it may be difficult to force him to leave, as the landlord is the one with ownership rights and can force an eviction. So, check to see if the lease shows him as tenant also and if the... View More

short answer, yes. Most lease agreements, and Louisiana law, require that you lease without interrupting others' use and enjoyment of their property. So, if the landlord is receiving complaints and providing notices, it is best to show either that you cured the violation, or that there is a... View More

Send written notice as required under the lease. If it goes uncured and you have confirmation of health issues with your environment specifically, you likely have cause to terminate. Seek another leased premises, move out, leave in like condition as to when leased, and you may also be able to... View More

Yes. The important considerations are that damages are itemized and provided to the tenant within thirty days of move out to prevent potential damages of attorney fees and costs in addition to whatever security deposit amount is still owed the tenant.

If your lease ends November 30, you should be out November 30th. You should also pay your November rent in full, but also document the condition of the premises with pictures, video, and a end-of-lease checklist with the lessor, if you can. You can ask now/set a date to do a walk through with the... View More

The lease contract always controls - it is the law between you and the landlord. So, as to maintenance, pest control, etc., look there to see if it is spelled out. Also, Louisiana law requires that the landlord provide you with a safe, habitable premise. To the extent that there is a rodent... View More

If the person is not a listed occupant on the lease and pays no rent, then you can end whatever invitation you extended for them to "visit" at your residence. Whether law enforcement will want to get involved is another issue - they likely will only get involved for criminal trespass... View More

Because your agreement was verbal, the result is a month-to-month lease agreement. And, generally, you would not be responsible for any utilities or other payments that cover a time period after your vacancy.

If your landlord is not interested in enforcing the lease provisions, assuming that it calls for you and the room-mate as the only occupants, then, this is going to be something that you need to take up with your roommate. Actually, if the lease outlines limited occupants, then by permitting... View More

The landlord may be entitled to certain relief under the contract, but it also cannot sit back and refuse to market and lease the property in attempt to collect greater damages. The landlord has a duty to mitigate its damages. So, whether the landlord marketed, showed, and attempted to lease the... View More

A lease agreement need not be in writing to be binding. An oral lease is valid under Louisiana law. And, the payment of an set monthly price tends to support that an agreement as to the thing, price, and term was reached. Still, the fact that the lease was not reduced to writing may help... View More

Your lease is always controlling - it is the contract between you and the lessor. But, even if the lease is silent, or not in writing, submission in writing to show notice and reasonable opportunity to cure is always best.

Contact a member of the La. Trial Lawyers Assn in your area--they give free consults. Take pictures of the area. Follow up with a doctor for your injuries.

Utility company will very well track/know there is a balance. Sometimes, different companies set up landlord accounts, but they are commercial accounts and sometimes, beginning deposit a bit higher. I would bet the balance will need to be paid before utility company releases the account/meter to... View More

Unfortunately, if he owns the home, she has no real title right to enforce. Same end result, if she is not shown as a lessee on the lease. I would recommend trying to work out a do-able schedule for leaving and being done with the situation.

First, I am very sorry to hear of your circumstances. My condolences to your family during such a difficult time. As to the storage facility, the lease you signed will govern your available remedies. Most, contain waivers and require you to sign a waiver releasing the facility from liability.... View More

A claim of this size is probably best brought in Lafayette City Court (assuming it's within city limits). I would contact the Clerk of Court for the 15th JDC and ask how to proceed. I will warn you that even if you do get a court order awarding back rent, in many cases it is very difficult to... View More