Common Violations
Retaliation Prohibited
It is illegal for a landlord or property manager to raise your rent, deny repairs, terminate your lease, or file an unlawful detainer action just because you requested repairs or exercised your other rights as a tenant.
Unlawful Entry & Snooping
Landlords and property managers must provide proper written notice before entering your home. Showing up unannounced or accessing your unit without notice is a serious violation of your rights.
Intimidation & Abuse
You do not have to tolerate yelling, threats of violence, or intimidation tactics from your landlord or property manager. This behavior is illegal and grounds for immediate civil action under state law.
Utility Shutoff & Lockouts
Purposely shutting off your water, heat, or electricity to make your life miserable is considered an illegal 'self-help' eviction tactic, carries significant penalties for landlords and property managers.
The Right to Quiet Enjoyment
In addition to state and many local laws banning retaliation, harassment, abuse, and intimidation, every lease comes with an ‘implied covenant of quiet enjoyment.’ This means you have the absolute right to live in your home without unreasonable interference, harassment, or intimidation from your landlord.
When a property owner uses abusive tactics to force you out or make your living situation unbearable, they are not just being unprofessional, they are also breaking the law. You do not have to live in fear of your landlord or property manager. At Briscoe Law, part of our job is to step in as a shield between you and your abusive landlord or property manager to fiercely protect your peace, your privacy, and your legal rights.
How We Can Hold Your Landlord Accountable
It is no secret that retaliation, harassment, and intimidation can lead to real harm. Physical injuries, emotional distress, loss of use of your home, and financial losses are all consequences that tenants should never have to suffer. If your landlord or property manager has caused you harm through unlawful conduct, I can file a lawsuit on your behalf to recover the compensation you deserve.
Sometimes a well-crafted legal demand letter is enough to stop the misconduct and get results. I can send a formal letter to your landlord or property manager on your behalf, making clear that their conduct is unlawful and that you are prepared to take legal action if they do not stop.
If a landlord or property manager’s unlawful conduct has forced you out of your home, you may be entitled to relocation damages. I can help you pursue those claims and any other compensation you are owed
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