Looking for advice on a legal issue. Here's what happened.
seller hid foundation problems. I've been dealing with this for about 4 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.
I have been renting for 3 years. My monthly rent is $2,781. I have a written lease.
Has anyone been through something similar? What worked for you?
Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.
Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.
I've handled similar cases. Here's my take on the legal issues.
Based on what you've described, you likely have a viable claim under your state's security deposit statute. The standard is whether a reasonable person would find the conduct properly documented.
One important thing — there are strict deadlines for filing these claims. Don't wait too long.
Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.
Been there. Here's what I learned.
What worked for me was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. It took 2-4 months but was worth it.
NAL, but from what I've read, you should document everything. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.
Been there. Here's what I learned.
I ended up filing with the appropriate government agency, which cost about $4-8 but saved me a lot more in the long run.
Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.
Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.
NAL, but from what I've read, you should file a complaint. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.
I've seen this play out several times in my field.
What worked for me was having everything documented. It took 3-6 months but was worth it.
Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.
I've dealt with this before.
In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.
Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.
In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.
I've seen this play out several times in my field.
What worked for me was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. It took 2-4 months but was worth it.
I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.
Have you tried reaching out to your state's labor board? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.
NAL, but from what I've read, you should check your state's specific laws. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.
Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.
I've seen this play out several times in my field.
The biggest mistake people make in this situation is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.
Been there. Here's what I learned.
The biggest mistake people make in this situation is having everything documented. I'd recommend keeping a detailed timeline instead.
NAL, but from what I've read, you should check your state's specific laws. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.
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