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How To Sue A Landlord For Disrepair?

  Has your landlord left your house in bad shape? Is your apartment unsuitable for habitation? Or has a member of your household fallen ill as a result of negligence? When you think about renting an apartment, the first thing that comes to mind is a safe and comfortable place. Whether you rent from a housing association or private landlord, you trust that they will keep the apartment safe before you rent. In the UK, the vast majority of tenants hope that their rental property is free from any hazards before they rent. Unfortunately, this is not always the case as some tenants are faced with negligent landlords that allow their property to fall into disrepair putting all occupants at risk. Contact our housing disrepair solicitors to find out how we can assist you with your disrepair claims . What Is Landlord Negligence? Landlord negligence is an act of carelessness by a landlord that puts tenants in poor living conditions causing damages or injury. Negligence can cause tenants ser...

How Is Compensation In Housing Disrepair Claims Calculated?

Compensation awards for housing disrepair claims are calculated based on the total annual rent paid by a tenant. This means that you will be awarded a percentage of your rent payment for the period of stay, which can be up to 25% or 50% depending on the extent of the damage. In this post, you'll find out all you need to know about calculating compensation for housing disrepair claims .  There are a lot of factors to put into consideration when calculating compensation for housing disrepair . This will also be discussed as you read on. Our solicitors will evaluate and estimate your compensation claim if you call our housing disrepair helpline today on 0800 999 7440. What Is Housing Disrepair? Everyone wants to live in a good house free from disrepair issues, but sometimes this may become a nightmare. Housing disrepair means a rental apartment that is in need of repairs that will make it livable and fit for occupants. Every landlord is obligated by law to keep their property in a g...