Landlord-Tenant Law

/ˈlændˌlɔrd ˈtɛnənt lɔ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Body of law governing the rights and duties of landlords and tenants in rental agreements and property rental disputes.
    Landlord-tenant law regulates lease agreements and eviction procedures.

Forms

  • landlord-tenant laws

Commentary

This area of law typically combines statutory provisions and case law addressing lease formation, tenants' rights, landlord obligations, and eviction processes.

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