Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Ohio

Landlord Moving Property of Tenant

I am not an attorney who practices in your jurisdiction. However, in my opinion the landlord may have breached his contract with you and would be liable for damages. I strongly advise you to consult an attorney in your jurisdiction immediately. A landlord is prohibited from taking such action in Pennsylvania where I practice.

45-day moveout clause

You have an excellent case for suit against your landlord and the new tenants. Contact me by e-mail to discuss the particulars. Please provide the full address of the apartment where this all occurred.

Landlords Ineffective notice to vacate

Landlord appears to be guilty of illegal eviction. Consult a local atty. if this inquiry is real. Posted on 9-22-97 with stmt. that "moved new tenants in on 9-24-97"! Hard to know if there is a legitimate problem when no state jurisdiction is mentioned. Also inhibits response due to unauthorized practice of law in foreign juris. Stay with local atty.

Illegal eviction

In Mass. (and probably in OH), such action would be clearly illegal. Our "illegal eviction" statute (eviction without due process of law) gives not only a civil penalty (3 months of rent due from landlord to tenant) and there is a a criminal penalty as well -- s/he could go to jail.

While Landlord's in jail, maybe you'll move into that vacant home. (No, that's just a joke.)

Hire a local (in-state) attorney versed in this area of the law.

Options upon illegal eviction

This is an area controlled by specific state statutes. It is possible thatwhat the landlord did is criminal. You can seek criminal complaints,injunctive relief, or merely sue for damages.