Legal Question in Bankruptcy in California

Landlord/Tenant Issues

Can a landlord try to get out of paying a tenant an overdue security deposit by declaring bankrupcy


Asked on 5/08/00, 7:03 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Mark Markus Law Office of Mark J. Markus

Re: Landlord/Tenant Issues

Yes, but the tenant will have a priority claim in the bankruptcy up to $1,950. Depending on what assets are available and what chapter was filed, this may increase your chances of full recovery.

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Answered on 6/25/00, 6:36 pm


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