Typically, once a landlord files a lawsuit for eviction, the tenant is required to pay rent into the court’s registry if it seeks to remain in possession of the property during the lawsuit. However, if the tenant disputes...more
Leases often contain options to renew the lease between the landlord and tenant provided that specific conditions are met. ...more
At times, the easiest part of litigation can be getting a judgment, while collecting on the judgment can be time consuming and expensive. Unfortunately, it is difficult to determine whether you will able to collect on a...more
A landlord may prevent a tenant from taking equipment from the premises by filing a distress writ.
Before a landlord files suit for eviction, it should first consider whether there is any equipment on the premises that...more