I'm dealing with a situation and need some guidance.
landlord keeping entire security deposit. I've been dealing with this for about 2 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.
I have been renting for 7 years. My monthly rent is $4,097. I have a written lease.
What are the risks if I pursue this? What's the likely timeline?
I went through almost the exact same thing.
I ended up escalating to a supervisor/manager, which cost about $1-3 but saved me a lot more in the long run.
I've dealt with this before.
In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager.
I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle 🤷.
I've dealt with this before.
In my case, it took about 3-6 months to resolve. The key was having everything documented.
Tbh following this thread — I could have written this post myself. Same exact problem.
Following this thread — Subscribing to this thread. In a similar spot.
NAL, but from what I've read, you should check your state's specific laws. Your mileage may vary depending on the specifics.
This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.
Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.
The trap most people fall into is having everything documented. I'd recommend keeping a detailed timeline instead.
I've dealt with this before.
I ended up filing with teh appropriate government agency, which cost about $4-8 but saved me a lot more in the long run.
Been there. Here's what I learned.
In my case, it took about 4-8 months to resolve. The key was filing with the appropriate government agency.
I've dealt with this before.
What worked for me was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. It took 2-4 months but was worth it no cap.
Have you tried reaching out to your state's legal aid society? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.
Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.
Don't make the same mistake I did -- is filing with the appropriate government agency. I'd recommend gathering evidence first instead.
I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.