Serving Tampa Bay, Florida • 813-337-7349 • OFFICE@TKTLAW.ORG
Serving Tampa Bay, Florida • 813-337-7349 • OFFICE@TKTLAW.ORG
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Absolutely - this firm does not offer guarantees but reviewing chances of success and anticipated outcomes is a part of the process. You must book a consultation to receive legal advice.
Every firm is different and some firms do not accept Tenants as clients. The Law Office of Tiffani K. Thornton accepts tenants as clients generally under flat rate services starting at $395.00. If the matter is in active dispute, litigation, or complex, an hourly rate may apply as well.
Potentially. In Florida, a lease can be broken if there is casualty damage (a fully damaged and untenable property such as after a fire or hurricane), if after a 7-day notice is given for material property defects the property remains in disrepair, and for other reasons stated in the lease agreement. However, the lease may also reasonably restrict termination rights or impose certain penalties. If the Landlord feels a tenant broke the lease without entitlement to, they may sue the tenant for eviction, breach of contract, and/or create a bad rental history for them. So it is important to consult an attorney before making this major decision.
Florida Landlords are not required to provide air conditioning. However, if they do provide air conditioning units, they are required to maintain them within reason. This may mean contacting a technician or repair person. It does not mean they need to initiate the repair on an emergency basis or guarantee the repair's completion within a certain amount of time.
Yes, if they follow the proper process. The Landlord must send a written notice which complies with the Florida Statutes stating why they are retaining the deposit, for what damages, and provide the specific costs. If you dispute the costs, you must send a written notice of objection within 15 days or you have waived your claim. At this time, the dispute is usually negotiated and this firm is often retained for negotiations regarding security deposits. If it cannot be resolved, the parties must litigate the dispute so a judge can determine who is due the funds.
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