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OT lawyers, I have a question
Posted on 10/6/23 at 11:50 am
Posted on 10/6/23 at 11:50 am
We gave written notice to vacate our apt by Aug 31st. We have proof that they received written notice. In Sept, we were billed for September, saying we didn't follow back up. If we handle this legally, can we be rewarded legal fees as well? This in TN if that makes a difference.
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Posted on 10/6/23 at 11:53 am to Milesahead
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saying we didn't follow back up.
what does the contract state ?
Posted on 10/6/23 at 11:53 am to Milesahead
quote:*Awarded…It depends on what your contract says or the landlord tenant laws in Tennessee
can we be rewarded legal fees as well?
Have you researched either? I’d be happy to do that for you. I bill hourly and need a retainer to get started.
This post was edited on 10/6/23 at 11:54 am
Posted on 10/6/23 at 11:54 am to Milesahead
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can we be rewarded legal fees as well
Probably not unless it says so in the contract
Posted on 10/6/23 at 11:55 am to WDE24
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I bill hourly and need a retainer to get started.
I think the billable rate is well established here
Posted on 10/6/23 at 11:57 am to Milesahead
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We gave written notice to vacate our apt by Aug 31st. We have proof that they received written notice. In Sept, we were billed for September
Is 30 days notice required in your lease?
Posted on 10/6/23 at 12:01 pm to Milesahead
Just pay for September and move on with your life. Not worth the time or money trying to fight it.
This post was edited on 10/6/23 at 12:02 pm
Posted on 10/6/23 at 12:18 pm to Milesahead
Why don’t you call them and ask them if they accidentally billed you? I don’t understand why you’re trying to get over without first calling to see what’s up.
Posted on 10/6/23 at 12:27 pm to weadjust
More than 30 days notice was given and we have proof of acknowledgement.
It says we pay legal fees if we default. It doesn't address the landlords trying to charge rent after move out.
It says we pay legal fees if we default. It doesn't address the landlords trying to charge rent after move out.
Posted on 10/6/23 at 12:29 pm to Motorboat
We have spoken with them multiple times. They also refuse to remove the water from our name, while the water company says it must come from them.
While it would likely be cheaper to just cave and pay, what they are doing is akin to stealing. I would prefer a lawyer make money off of me rather than allow them to bully us.
While it would likely be cheaper to just cave and pay, what they are doing is akin to stealing. I would prefer a lawyer make money off of me rather than allow them to bully us.
Posted on 10/6/23 at 12:38 pm to Milesahead
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We gave written notice to vacate our apt by Aug 31st. We have proof that they received written notice. In Sept, we were billed for September, saying we didn't follow back up. If we handle this legally, can we be rewarded legal fees as well? This in TN if that makes a difference.
What does your lease agreement say? Are/were you a month to month tenant?
Where in Tennnessee is this?
This post was edited on 10/6/23 at 12:42 pm
Posted on 10/6/23 at 1:19 pm to Milesahead
I think you get get a lawyer letter sent pretty cheap.
Posted on 10/6/23 at 1:54 pm to Milesahead
Was the lease term over? Were you month to month? All this matters as to termination of the lease and whether it was proper.
Posted on 10/6/23 at 2:05 pm to Milesahead
Do you not know a real lawyer you could ask? There are so dam many, seems like everyone should know a few.
Posted on 10/6/23 at 2:18 pm to Milesahead
I know a guy who was stiffed on a deposit worth a few hundred bucks. He hired an attorney, the attorney wound up costing $10,000. The defendant had to pay a few hundred bucks plus $10,000.
Not saying this is possible or even advisable in your case, just hoping to provide some inspiration that runs counter to the usual "let the capitalist take your nickels and dimes" advise that most of the bootlickers give.
Not saying this is possible or even advisable in your case, just hoping to provide some inspiration that runs counter to the usual "let the capitalist take your nickels and dimes" advise that most of the bootlickers give.
Posted on 10/6/23 at 2:19 pm to Milesahead
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We gave written notice to vacate our apt by Aug 31st. We have proof that they received written notice. In Sept, we were billed for September, saying we didn't follow back up. If we handle this legally, can we be rewarded legal fees as well? This in TN if that makes a difference.
No attorney can answer any question on your situation without reading the terms of your lease.
Posted on 10/6/23 at 2:20 pm to Tortious
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think the billable rate is well established here
Is it 3.50, 35.00, or 350/hr?
Posted on 10/6/23 at 2:29 pm to Milesahead
Why would the water company give you trouble about making changes to an account in your name?
Posted on 10/6/23 at 3:17 pm to Milesahead
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We gave written notice to vacate our apt by Aug 31st. We have proof that they received written notice. In Sept, we were billed for September, saying we didn't follow back up. If we handle this legally, can we be rewarded legal fees as well? This in TN if that makes a difference.
This should not take a lawyer. Respond in writing that proper notice was given and received by the landlord and this bill will not be paid. A lot of times these things are a result of poor communication at the business and could be dropped once recognized.
If they continue to push it report them to the BBB.
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