Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

Is it legal for a landlord to use electricity in my name after the lease has been terminated?


Asked on 9/14/09, 6:45 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Sarah Grosse Sarah Grosse, Esquire

Well, it's not right, if that's what you mean. But, you are suppose to notify the electric company to terminate your service on the day you move. If you left the electric on and in your name after you moved, you will have to get the landlord to either pay the bill or reimburse you for paying it. Take the electric out of your name now, if you haven't already done so.

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Answered on 9/14/09, 9:26 pm


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