Legal Question in Discrimination Law in Texas
I had a verbal agreement with someone in Texas to sublease there apartment. After several attempts to get the apartment to what I say are acceptable living arrangements, and failed, i moved out. Am I responsible for the remainder of the lease?
Asked on 1/05/11, 6:14 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Mark Dunn
Mark D. Dunn
No.
An oral contract is GENERALLY enforceable, but the person from whom you subleased almost certainly won't sue you.
It's a stretch, but the lessor (apartment manager) COULD claim that you were a tenant at will, and that you owe them some rent ... it just won't happen. The likelihood is very close to zero.
Answered on 1/11/11, 7:14 am