Does Landlord Insurance Cover Tenant Damage?
A landlord discovering a tenant punched a hole through a bedroom wall reasonably assumes the insurance policy sitting in a...
Category: Landlord-Tenant Law & Eviction
State-by-state eviction timelines, notice requirements, and security deposit return rules — written for both tenants who got a notice and landlords who need to do it right.
How Much Can You Sue a Landlord for Emotional Distress?
This article covers civil claims tenants can bring against a landlord specifically for emotional distress, meaning mental...
Can I Sue My Landlord for Black Mold?
Yes, you can sue your landlord for black mold — and black mold cases tend to produce larger damages than ordinary mold...
Can I Sue My Landlord for Mold in California?
Yes — and California gives tenants more specific legal tools to pursue mold claims than most other states. Whether you...
Can a Landlord Enter Your Apartment Without Notice in Illinois?
The short answer is almost never — and "almost" has a narrow definition. I've reviewed tenant files where landlords...
The Eviction Process: What Landlords Cannot Legally Do During an Eviction
Landlords who want a tenant out quickly don't always wait for the court to say so. I've reviewed files where landlords...
Can You Withhold Rent for Repairs? Know Your Tenant Rights First
Withholding rent feels like the obvious move when your landlord has ignored three months of repair requests and the ceiling...
Can I Sue My Landlord for Mold?
Yes, you can sue your landlord for mold, but only if you can show the landlord knew about the problem, failed to fix it...
How Long Does My Landlord Have to Fix Mold?
There's no single federal deadline for fixing mold, but most states expect landlords to address it within a "reasonable"...