Am I able to sue an individual, whom I co-signed a lease with, if sheterminated the lease without notifying me?
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Am I able to sue an individual, whom I co-signed a lease with, if sheterminated the lease without notifying me?
I co-signed a lease to an individual who ended the lease without my knowledge and without notifying me. She did not do the proper step of giving a 60 day notice; she only handed in her keys (while I was on vacation). Now I have a $4017 collection from the apartment complex that is being sent to collections.
Asked on December 27, 2011 under Real Estate Law, Florida
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Yes, you may sue her: you were a party to the contract, and her breach of the contract's terms has cost you (or will cost you) money. You could potentially sue her for all your liability under the lease, since you incurred that liability due to her breach of the lease; you may also be able to collect other costs, such as the cost to move, store belongings, etc.
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