by Larry Tolchinsky | Landlord - Tenant
Updated: 12/9/23 In Florida, the written lease agreement is the first place that most landlords and tenants reference when the parties have a dispute. After all, the purpose of the document is to set forth the rights and obligations of the parties. However, even... by Larry Tolchinsky | Landlord - Tenant
In order for a tenant to hold a landlord liable for their damages resulting from an accident at the rental property, the tenant must be able to show evidence of the landlord’s knowledge of the dangerous condition. Landlord Duty to Repair and Maintain the Rental... by Larry Tolchinsky | Condos and Townhouses, Florida Law, Landlord - Tenant
It is interesting to consider how intricate Florida law can be when it comes to governing residential landlord-tenant disputes. Even the most basic disagreement between a tenant and a landlord can escalate very quickly. When entering into a rental agreement in... by Larry Tolchinsky | Florida Law, Florida Real Estate, Landlord - Tenant
Know your rights before you waive your right to have your landlord make repairs. Renting a home is very popular here in South Florida. In fact, so many people are renting rather than buying a home, that the cost to rent has risen dramatically in the past few years.... by Larry Tolchinsky | Condos and Townhouses, Florida Law, Florida Real Estate, Landlord - Tenant, Real Estate
Last Update: 8/9/20 After a major storm or hurricane here in Florida, apartments and other rental properties are often damaged to the point where they need some level of repair to make them livable. In some instances, the property may be a total loss or the damage is... by Larry Tolchinsky | Florida Law, Landlord - Tenant, Security Deposits
Last Update: 10/31/21 In Florida, residential tenancies are governed by (1) Chapter 83 of the Florida Statutes under what is commonly known as “Florida Residential Landlord and Tenant Act” (see Florida Statute 83.40) and (2) the language in the individual lease or...
