Can I file a lawsuit against the property management company if they failed to properly maintain their rental property? Yes, you could have the right to pursue a claim. Under California law, property owners and rental management companies (like Concord), are responsible for keeping their rentals in habitable condition. When rental units are not properly maintained, affected tenants could have grounds to file claims both for breach of contract as well as for harm suffered.
If you lived at 1215 S. Point View Street, Los Angeles, California 90035 or any other Concord property, it is important that you understand that you could have the right to file a claim. To ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the legal options available to you, please do not hesitate to reach out to the team here at Normandie Law Firm as soon as possible.
About Concord Capital Partners Property Management
Concord Capital Partners (or just “Concord”) is a privately-owned real estate investment company. In other words, it is a company that owns and manages many different rental properties (including apartment buildings and single-family homes). In general, these property management companies prioritize profit over the safety of their tenants.
Understanding the Responsibility to Maintain Rental Units
All property owners, including property management companies, are responsible for keeping their rental properties properly maintained. This responsibility is outlined by the Warranty of Habitability or California Civil Code 1941.1. The law requires landlords to keep rentals in habitable condition.
For rentals to be considered habitable under state law, the rentals must have the following:
- A roof that keeps weather out of the property (including a roof that does not leak)
- Access to hot water
- Access to a functional heater
- Working electrical (including wiring, lighting, and equipment)
- Sturdy floors, walls, stairs, and railings
- Trash bins
- A locking mailbox (in apartment units)
- No toxins, including mold, asbestos, and lead
- No infestations of insects or any vermin
- A generally clean premises
What if Concord Violated the Warranty of Habitability?
If the property management company violated the Warranty of Habitability, the could be held accountable. That is, if Concord knew (or should have known) of the issues present in the rental, then they could be sued for a breach of contract. Further, if the uninhabitable conditions present in the rental ultimately harm the tenant, the property management company could be sued for any injury or wrongful death that occurs.
Are Property Management Companies Always Responsible for Keeping their Rentals in Habitable Condition?
In some situations, the property management company may actually not be responsible for certain uninhabitable conditions that come up. For example, if the specific uninhabitable condition occurs because of the actions of a tenant, then the tenant may be responsible (this can apply to damage to the property, infestations, etc.). Although the landlord may still remedy the situation, they may bill the tenant.
Am I Eligible to Receive Compensation?
Yes, you could be eligible to recover compensation. Based on the details surrounding the situation, affected tenants could be eligible to recover compensation for some of the following:
- Temporary relocation costs (for motels, hotels, short-term rentals, etc.)
- Any out-of-pocket repair costs
- Reimbursement for any property damage
- Medical expenses
- Lost earnings
- Legal costs
- And more
Without a doubt, it can be difficult to understand the possible value of your claim and what you could be entitled to receive given that your claim is successful. To ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the compensation that you could recover contact us today. Whether our team has to negotiate a settlement or take your claim to trial to reach a fair verdict, our team can help you secure the best outcome possible.
Contact the Normandie Law Firm Today
If you live or lived at 1215 S. Point View Street L.A., CA 90035 and have been affected by uninhabitable conditions, it is important that you understand that you could have the right to file a claim. Our team has decades of experience and is fully committed to providing you with the guidance that you need to fight for your rights. We are proud to offer free case evaluations, which include free consultations and free second opinions. During these free legal services, our team will be available to provide you with all the information that you may need to begin or continue your claim. To schedule your case evaluation, contact our lawyers with experience in Concord rental unit lawsuits to learn more about the options available to you.
Zero-Fee Guarantee: you will not be responsible for paying upfront legal costs for any of our legal services. In addition, our firm works on a strict contingency basis, meaning that you will not be responsible for paying any legal costs if your claim is not successful.
Contact our uninhabitable condition lawyers today to learn more about the options available to you.
