Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Ohio

Lost Rent

MY problem is that my landlord lost my rent money order. I have the certified reciept in which they signed and proof that I paid the rent by way of a bank statement, but I do NOT have the stub from the money order, or the original reciept. The landlord wants me to repay the rent as he never got it (although he signed for it, and I have proof that I paid it at the post office by way of the bank). What are my legal options should they be willing to evict me?


Asked on 7/02/09, 7:49 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Dan Guinn Guinn Law Firm, LLC

Re: Lost Rent

If they decide to evict you then I would assert the defense that you paid the rent and it was due to the negligence of the landlord that he lost the money. However, until that actually happens, be sure to pay all of your rent and be sure to mark on each check or money order what month the rent is for. If he decides to begin eviction proceedings you will definitely want to get an attorney to represent you. It will simply make the process easier and he or she will be able to assert various arguments backed up by the law. I would be more than willing to represent you in this case. My fees are lower than my competitors and I do not charge for frivolous items. Feel free to contact me for a free consultation via email or phone.

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Answered on 7/02/09, 8:47 pm


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