Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Georgia
Sub-leasing Information
I sub-leased my last apartment. I never signed anything to live there but my name was put on the lease (no social security number though). The person i sub-leased from is threatening to take me to court for some fines they gave her. Is there anything she can do since I never signed anything?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Sub-leasing Information
If you didn�t sign the lease with the apartments, they would have no standing to sue you for any damages. However, if you agreed to sub-lease the apartment from your landlord (the original tenant), you would be obligated to pay whatever you agreed to pay, regardless of whether your signature is on the master lease.
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Re: Sub-leasing Information
The lack of a signature did not prevent you from receiving the benefit of your agreement (the apartment). Likewise, it will not provide an after-the-fact reason for avoiding your liability (whatever that may be).
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