psa: security Deposit Not Returned: New Jersey

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Hypothetical question

I'm in a difficult situation in New Jersey and trying to figure out my next steps.

mold in apartment making family sick. I've been dealing with this for about 7 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

I have been renting for 7 years. My monthly rent is $3,153. I have a written lease.

Do I have a strong case? What should my next steps be?

Illustrative response

This comes up a lot.

The #1 mistake I see here is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

Illustrative response

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

Here's where people usually go wrong is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

psa: security Deposit Not Returned: New Jersey

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