Re: Landlords-Retalitory eviction

April 21, 2003

> Excerpt from " KNOW YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS, PEOPLE! " BY MARY CARROLL-BOWER

>

> I have heard of many evictions during the course of mold disclosure

> and other health hazards. All, should know that Retalitory Eviction

> is illegal. In other words you can not be evicted by your Landlord

> for reporting or complaining about hazards or health issues related

> to your stay on the property. It is a simple process of " counter-

> suit " in small claims court. Which will tie up the eviction and

give

> you more time, or a chance for the Judge to hear your side. The

form

> is usually pre-printed at the court house and can be picked up by

you

> and filled out and filed. There is no filing fee for counter-suit

in

> most cases, but hurry, time is important. You can ask for damages

or

> money to move. I teach a course to the public called, " KNOW YOUR

> LEGAL RIGHTS, PEOPLE! "

>

> In most cases ignorance of the law is no excuse. It pays for you to

> know your rights and at least laws that pertain to your situation.

>

> National Toxic Mold Coalition

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