Landlord and Tenant Lawyers in Lowell

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Tenant Law in Massachusetts

Relations between tenants and landlords in Lowell, Massachusetts can occasionally be touchy. The fact is that it's not easy to be a landlord or a tenant, particularly because landlords and tenants often don't understand the legal rights and responsibilities that apply to them.

There are various rights and responsibilities that landlords and tenants have. It's important that each party is aware of their rights, and the rights of the other party. By knowing and respecting these rights, the risk of conflict should be reduced dramatically.

Landlord's Rights in Lowell, MA

Landlords are, of course, entitled to collect rent from their tenants. If a tenant fails to pay the agreed-upon rent, the landlord is usually able to evict the tenant without too much trouble, though the process can sometimes get fairly complicated.

Furthermore, landlords have a right to be compensated for damage a tenant causes to a rented unit, either intentionally or negligently. Landlords have a right to deduct repair costs from tenants' security deposits, unless the damage was caused by usual wear and tear, for which tenants are not accountable.

Tenant's Rights in Lowell, MA

The most basic right of a tenant is the right to a living space that's fit for human habitation. This is, after all, what they're paying the landlord to present. Landlords in Lowell, Massachusetts are under a legal duty to make sure that their apartments are habitable. There are various factors that are considered in deciding if an unit is habitable or not, but, generally, an unit will not be deemed habitable if it lacks any of the following: running water, electricity, heat, and protection from the elements (such as proper insulation, and windows that close).

Additionally, tenants are entitled to common areas which are reasonably safe and clean, and free of physical obstacles. Areas such as lobbies, hallways, stairwells, and fire escapes must comply with the building codes of Lowell, Massachusetts. Additionally, any other unreasonable safety hazard, even if it doesn't violate a specific provision of a building code, can create liability for the landlord if it injures a tenant.

A tenant also has a right, under federal law and the laws of Massachusetts to be free from discrimination in housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, or gender. Landlords can further not discriminate against persons with disabilities, and must make reasonable accommodations for those disabilities.

Tenants are also legally safeguarded from unfair eviction. Before a lease agreement expires, landlords cannot evict tenants unless they breach as significant term of the agreement by not paying rent, causing serious damage to the property, engaging in activities that are a nuisance to the other tenants, or engaging in illegal activity on the property, among other things.

Can a Lowell, Massachusetts Landlord/Tenant Lawyer Help?

Landlords and tenants generally want to avoid conflict with one another. Nonetheless, conflicts are sometimes unavoidable. If you end up in a major dispute with a landlord or a tenant, a seasoned Lowell, Massachusetts landlord/tenant attorney can help.

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Life in Lowell

Lowell, Massachusetts is the fourth largest city in the state with a population of over 106,000. Along with Cambridge, Lowell serves as the county seat for Middlesex County. Lowell is most famous for being "the birthplace of the industrial revolution" within the U.S. It was the first U.S. city to have phone numbers, and Alexander Graham Bell once demonstrated the telephone in Lowell.

The city offers many of the amenities of a large city, while at the same time maintaining a small-town culture. Neighborhoods in Lowell, Massachusetts proudly display historic homes in a variety of styles, such as Colonials, Capes, Ranches, and Victorians. Lowell is also one of the oldest cities in the state and has produced many outstanding figures in American history, such as author Jack Kerouac and entertainer Ed McMahon.

In addition to preserving its rich history, Lowell is known for constantly employing new technologies and innovations. For example, the city is home to Lowell Telecommunications, which is a dynamic, evolving community media center. The Revolving Museum is another facility that offers public art exhibits and educational programs. Lowell's focus on economic and business development has provided the community with ample opportunities for progress and advancement.

Many lawyers in Lowell, Massachusetts work closely with the Lowell District Court. Lowell lawyers offer legal services in many different fields to cover the needs of the community. Lowell is known for being host to a large number of civic service organizations, which many lawyers are active in.

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