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