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
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... View More
Everything in the house is basically mine the internet is in my name but the utilities is in her name
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.
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
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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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... View More
Home was condemned in February , I renewed a lease in September. I had no clue or wasn't given any type of notice of the condemnation. Code enforcement officials said that unfortunately i was stuck in the middle ect. My question is am i able to sue him for the time that it was condemned... View More
answered on Dec 3, 2023
You could sue to recover your actual damages. You could seek the return of all rent paid. On the other hand, you lived there and for some time received some benefit for your money. You could also sue for damages resulting from having to vacate early and perhaps paying more rent in a new place.... View More
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
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... View More
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
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answered on Nov 19, 2023
Yes, you may have a legal basis to sue the property owner in your situation. Even though the city may not be required to notify tenants about a condemnation, the property owner has a responsibility to inform you about the condition of the property, especially if you renewed your lease. Failure to... View More
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
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
The property is not abandoned, but condemned with property owner knowledge, can be repaired and is being repaired. Police showed up to assist cps with a investigation of wanting to go inside of a home. The owner/tenant said no, the law enforcement and cps respected that and did not go in, then... View More
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
In general, law enforcement and government agencies like CPS require a warrant, consent, or exigent circumstances to legally enter and search a private residence. However, if a property is condemned, code enforcement officials may have the authority to enter the property for safety inspections.... View More
If they code enforcement condemns a home for ext violations, knowing there are tenants staying there can they be held liable for anything in the court of law. No notice to vacate, no notice on the premises at anytime saying the place is condemned. Is that not apart of due process? Letters sent to... View More
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answered on Nov 5, 2023
In Missouri, tenants have the right to receive notice before being displaced from a condemned property. If code enforcement condemned a home without providing notice to tenants, there could potentially be a violation of due process rights.
Tenants who are suddenly displaced without proper... View More
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answered on Oct 26, 2023
In Missouri, if your landlord is disclosing your rental payment history to your employer without prior contact or notice to you, it raises concerns about privacy and potential violations of landlord-tenant laws. Review your lease agreement for relevant clauses and communicate with your landlord to... View More
I am in a home that has failed inspection every year for the same thing. Now they want me out so they can fix it and re-rent it. There is NO foundation under the house. I have lived here since 5/28/20. I have tried to find a place to live but can not due to the $$ for fees. I live on a very SMALL... View More
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answered on Oct 23, 2023
In Missouri, landlords are obligated to provide safe and habitable housing. If a property repeatedly fails Section 8 inspections, it's an indication that the housing may not be safe or suitable for habitation. A tenant's eviction due to the landlord's failure to maintain the property... View More
I paid more than half of everything. But my partner lied to me and signed it without my knowledge. Is this a crime?
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answered on Oct 23, 2023
If two parties agree to jointly sign a lease and one party signs it without the other's knowledge or consent, this could be seen as a breach of their verbal or written agreement. Whether it's considered a crime largely depends on the specifics of the situation and the agreements made... View More
Landlord also left property decapitated and knew mold was present
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answered on Aug 25, 2023
In Missouri, if you have been residing in a property for an extended period without a written rental agreement, your tenancy is likely considered a month-to-month tenancy, even if there is no formal agreement in place. Month-to-month tenancies can generally be terminated by either the landlord or... View More
Landlord also left property decapitated and knew mold was present
answered on Aug 25, 2023
If you pay rent and are not subject to a written lease then you are on a month-to-month tenancy terminable upon 30-days' notice by your landlord. Therefore, the short answer is "yes."
Whether the property has mold is not relevant to the landlord's right to terminate a... View More
Post office that it was sent or should I wait til court and give the $ then ? I don't want to be evicted
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answered on Aug 21, 2023
In Missouri, if you've received a summons for past rent and have the means to settle the balance, it's advisable to take swift action to avoid potential eviction. Initiate communication with your landlord to discuss your intention to make the payment and resolve the matter. If possible,... View More
My landlord was a drug investigator and he did his own investigation allegedly conducting three trash pulls to obtain a bogus warrant to search my home and evict me. He then refused to return the rent I had paid ahead of time or my deposit. I left in December and was paid until February and I had a... View More
answered on Jun 23, 2023
If you were sued and served with the summons and petition or it was posted, then you would have had an opportunity to show up at court and argue that you didn’t breach the lease. From your post, it’s not clear what happened. If you lost the case and the judgment is final then I don’t know... View More
Hello. Around 5 months ago a friend of mine contacted me (he was homeless) and asked me if him and his GF could come stay with me for a few weeks at my house I own. I said sure. They have now been here 5 months, refuse to get a job, have never paid any money in rent and do not have any kind of a... View More
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answered on Jan 4, 2023
It is civil jurisdiction only. Hire a MO attorney for this problem eviction action for possession. It may require physical removal by LEO's later. Do not get in a fight or they will have leverage on you. Do not do this yourself.
However the judge did order that the first heir have custody of administration over the estate in probate.
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answered on Jan 3, 2023
An heir will be a tenant in common with the other heir owners. Each tenant in common has an undivided interest, and a right to possession. Eviction is not an option, but partition suit is. The land probably does not go through the Estate.
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