Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Massachusetts

unpayed electric bill

May 2008 I moved out of my apartment. Was unaware that I needed to shut off my electricity. Company called me beginning of Sept 2008 informing me I had an outstanding bill. Got in contact with the landlord explained the situation and sent the bills to the tenants. Feb 2009 I got a call from the NCA informing me that I am in collections. My landlord is not being helpful and the tenants will not return my phone calls. I never signed a lease with my landlord. Is it possible to get them to pay for the bill?


Asked on 4/20/09, 5:17 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

Re: unpayed electric bill

If the bill includes electricity supplied to the new tenants you should retain an ttorney to implead them into any collection action filed against you. Good Luck!

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Answered on 4/21/09, 3:41 pm
Gregory Lee Gregory P. Lee, Attorney at Law

Re: unpayed electric bill

If the bills are under $2,000.00, file a small claims against the tenants right away.

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Answered on 4/20/09, 8:03 pm


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