Notice Period & Security Deposit Refund
Notice Period & Security Deposit Refund
I was staying at a PG in Gurgaon. I checked-in on July 2nd. I paid one month's rent as the security deposit along with the monthly rent. At the time of check-in, I was told about one month's notice pe
6 months ago
A. Dear Client,
In the absence of any written agreement between the tenant and landlord, unfortunately, you have no legal remedy to resolve your grievance against the landlord.
A. Dear Client,
In India, you may be able to reopen a case on various grounds, such as discovery of new evidence that was not available during the original trial, procedural irregularities or violations of due process, fraud or misrepresentation, an error of law, or substantial injustice or miscarriage of justice. If you believe you have valid grounds to reopen the case, your lawyer can help you draft a petition to the appropriate court. The petition should clearly state the reasons for reopening ...ReadMore
UnReasonable Rental Hike
Is there any law to protect tenant from unreasonable rent hike
6 months ago
A. Dear Client,
Various states in India have enacted Rent Control Acts to regulate the rental market and protect tenants from arbitrary rent increases. These laws typically prescribe the maximum allowable increase in rent and the frequency at which landlords can raise the rent. Rent control laws also provide mechanisms for tenants to dispute unfair hikes. The landlord cannot charge rent higher than the fair or standard rent without valid reasons. It's advisable for both landlords and tenants to hav ...ReadMore
Sharing the copy of sale deed to others
One of our flat owner, downloaded the copy of my property sale deed from https://tnreginet.gov.in/portal/ and shared it to other flat owners without my knowledge or consent. Is this correct ? or is t
6 months ago
A. Dear Client,
Any person who by spoken or written words, signs or visible gestures creates or publishes any imputation on any person with an intention to harm the reputation of that person. The person making such an imputation should have the knowledge or a reason to believe that such an imputation will ruin the reputation of the person. In the prevailing situation, after serving a legal notice, file a defamation suit against the neighbor flat owner before the Civil Court claiming damage caused t ...ReadMore
Landlord petition to police to evict immediately
I'm staying in current property for rent more than 5 yrs. Some landlord relatives interested in their property for rent. So landlord putting pressure to vacate immediately. Yesterday he submitted peti
6 months ago
A. Dear Client,
Carefully read through your rental agreement to understand the terms and conditions, including the notice period required by both parties for termination. This document will be crucial in establishing your rights and responsibilities. It's important to cooperate with the police but also communicate your side of the story. Explain that you have been a responsible tenant, have no outstanding dues, and are willing to follow the law. Ask for reasonable time to vacate the property. In s ...ReadMore
Notice period charges
My pg is cutting 5500 out of 9000 as notice period charges from my security deposit. And they are taking one month extra rent also they are also taking some separation charges of 1400 out of 9000 they
6 months ago
A. Dear client,
In the absence of a specific stipulation in the terms of the rental agreement nothing is deductible for the notice period. So, go through the contents of the rental agreement and if shows nothing and is silent on the subject then such a deduction would be considered unreasonable and unfair. So, in the prevailing situation, after a serving a legal notice, you need to file an application in prescribed form before the Court of Rent Controller appointed under the respective State Rent C ...ReadMore
A. Dear Client,
In many cases, the redevelopment of a society or a building requires the consent of tenants. In cases where tenants need to be displaced due to redevelopment, laws may require fair compensation and rehabilitation measures. Ensuring compliance with these laws is crucial to avoid legal disputes. Redevelopment may require the eviction of existing tenants, and navigating these laws can be challenging. India has various state-specific rent control laws that regulate the eviction and ren ...ReadMore
Rent - I have agreed to rent out my flat
I have agreed to rent out my flat at Kolkata from the month of October 2023. The matter was decided in last week of August and advance of Rs 16500 received as token money for security deposit of one m
6 months ago
A. Dear Sir,
It is a small amount so you may settle the matter and be aware that they cannot be any threatening by the prospective tenant since it is a civil matter and she had violated the oral terms.
I was forced to vacate the house for having pets
I was forcefully evicted from the house for having pets. I know that no one can ban you from the society for having pets and I want file a case against the owner and society. How to go about it?
6 months ago
A. Dear sir,
Yes sir you can file such case. You may approach NGOs who support you and take up your case free of cost.
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Pets Pets…..
In view of following provisions of law no one can fine the pet owners if the pets are on lawns or in the common area. They are part of human lives.
Know the Rights of Animals under Indian Law ...ReadMore
Advocate delayed
I am the landlord, already holding decree of eviction against my tenant,have exhibited all the judgements in my favour to the learned court,have in argument stage,but at the heat of the final stage ,
6 months ago
A. Dear Client,
Speedy justice is a fundamental right and has also been reiterated by the Apex Court in a number of cases. Inordinate delay is unjustified and violates the fundamental right guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The Supreme Court in Hussainara Khatoon v. State of Bihar, Abdul Rahman Antulay v. R S Nayak held that the procedure that does not provide for speedy trial cannot be regarded as just, fair, and reasonable. Nonadherence to Section 89 CPC causes a delay in ...ReadMore
