2006-08-25 08:34:40 · 9 answers · asked by ric w 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I don't know if you can sue, but there is at a minimum, an implied Warranty of Habitability. If the property has in fact become uninhabitable, you would be able to break the lease without penalty. Keep in mind though, that the landlord is unlikely to agree with that assessment, and may sue you for rent if you move out early.
If you or another tenant is disabled, the landlord may be required to make repairs under the ADA.
In all cases, you should consult a qualified attorney before taking action.
2006-08-25 08:58:09 · answer #1 · answered by Jay S 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What are the laws regarding a requirement of an elevator? If it is not a requirement and is simply a convenience, no you cannot sue and win. Is there a handicapped person involved that this harms? If so, then yes, you can and should sue. If you're just lazy and mad about the elevator, get the other tenants together and force the landlord to do his duty WITHOUT clogging up our already over-burdened court systems.
2006-08-25 16:02:40 · answer #2 · answered by Goose&Tonic 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if your landlord won't do anything about it, go to the city inspectors. is there anyone in the building with a handicap that has to have the elevator? was it in the lease that it would be kept up and running? if i were you i would call a lawyer and ask what can be done or which channels you need to go through to get the landlord moving. it's free to ask questions, to see what your rights as a tenant are. good luck with this!
2006-08-25 15:41:58 · answer #3 · answered by meatball822 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If there is someone that is disabled in the building then there could be cause for a class-action law suit. The sure fire way to get any answer to any questions would be to read your lease agreement. I'm sure if you tell your landlord that you are thinking about calling an attorney and getting all of the other tenants involved they will fix it. (Much cheaper than a lawsuit).
2006-08-25 15:44:20 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anybody can sue anybody about anything. A lawyer's fee is usually one third of what the client wins. Before a lawyer will take your case he's going to guess your chances of winning and how much you're likely to win. Unless this is costing you a lot of money or giving you a heart attack or something, I doubt if any lawyer would touch it.
2006-08-25 15:46:45 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you handicapped because if you are you don't have to sue you can report them to the city.If your not use the stairs.By the way STOP with the suing for everything.
2006-08-25 15:44:57 · answer #6 · answered by locksniffer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get the other tenants on your side, if the landlord is pressured more they would probably fix it. Suing is not the answer for everything.
2006-08-25 15:41:49 · answer #7 · answered by Sky 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its not really a matter of sueing, it would cost you more than its worth. there should be some kind of housing authority in your city that can help you look in the phone book and good luck!
2006-08-25 15:41:50 · answer #8 · answered by dawn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
again with people and sueing. I'm sure you could but wouldn't it cost more in lawyer fees than its worth? Take the stairs and get some exercise
2006-08-25 15:38:42 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋