Legal Question in Personal Injury in Florida
Will the courts uphold a landlord's use of force to regain possession of property?
Asked on 5/05/10, 5:59 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Lesly Longa
Longa Law P.A.
Probably not. Depending on the circumstances, the tenant may be able to sue the landlord for actual and consequential damages or three months' rent, whichever is greater, plus court costs and attorney's fees. See this site for info and links to the Florida Statutes: http://www.800helpfla.com/landlord_text.html
Regards,
Answered on 5/10/10, 8:53 am