Affordable Legal Advice for Tenants Facing Eviction

The Landlord Must Give Proper Notice

Formal eviction is normally the last step in a process a landlord must follow, which normally includes their seeking a court order before they can have a tenant put out. For failure to pay rent or violation of the lease, the tenant should be given notice with the time allowed by law to cure the problem. If an eviction lawsuit is filed, the tenant should be properly served unless no one can be located at the premises to properly serve, then they can post the summons on the door and may be required to also send a copy by certified mail.

Receiving a Notice to Vacate can send shivers down your spine. Where will you live? Will your credit be damaged? Both your lease and the law dictate the rules for providing proper notices before a landlord can seek to evict the tenant. If your landlord has not followed those rules, a lawyer can help you seek to cure the problem, possible settlement, or defend if needed.

Knowing your rights and options can provide peace of mind, allow you to properly plan, avoid formal eviction proceedings in court or make sure the proper steps are taken so that you can move forward with the best possible resolution based on your circumstances.

Be prepared for the outcome. You need to be prepared to move out with your belongings if needed. Ignoring the matter can make it worse and leave you in a more difficult situation. Knowing your rights, options, and the law is not just for landlords. Tenants who have access to a lawyer can get the much needed help they need during a difficult time.  

• Was proper notice provided based on the law and terms of your lease?
• Did the notice give you a sufficient amount of time to remedy the problem as required by state law?
• Was the eviction lawsuit properly served or posted?

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