Landlord and Tenant Matters
Unresolved disputes involving property use, leasing/rental agreements, and other breaches of contract can be frustrating for both the landlord and tenant. In most cases, both parties want the same thing for the matter to be resolved as quickly as possible.
The landlord, as the owner of the property, is responsible for ensuring the property is maintained and collects on rental payments and other payments from the tenant. The landlord can face issues such as unpaid rent, illegal use of the property, destruction of the property and/or other breaches of the leasing/rental agreement. The tenant in turn is responsible for paying their rent to the landlord and can faces issues that revolve around eviction. In either case, both parties have rights that should not be overlooked and should be protected.
If a dispute could not be settled between the two parties, remedies can be sought from the court system. Remedies can be applied for at the Landlord Tenant Board (LTB), Provincial Courts for remedies in excess of $50,000 and Superior Court of Justice for bigger disputes.
Common Landlord Tenant disputes include:
- Unpaid or Late Rent
- Property damage
- Withholding Deposit
- Illegal Act
- Evicting a Tenant
- Tenant not Vacating
- Violating Rental Agreement Clauses
- Landlord and Tenant Board Appearances
Whether you are a landlord or a tenant, TLE can work with you on all aspects of landlord and tenant law. We will identify the legal issues, risks and financial exposure you may face and work towards resolving the dispute in the most cost-efficient manner.