How Eviction Works
A tenant can be evicted for several reasons, including failure to pay rent or consistently paying late, damage to the apartment, or violation of lease rules. You can only be evicted through a court process. Your landlord must file an eviction complaint in Landlord...
The Landlord Tenant Court Process
In order to be lawfully evicted, a Landlord must bring a Tenant to Court by filing an eviction action in the Special Civil Part, Landlord Tenant Court. If your Landlord changes the locks without taking you to court, this is known as a “self-help” lockout and it is...
Tenant’s Rights
Tenant’s Rights Tips for moving into an apartment Before moving in, get a written lease that clearly states the lease terms, monthly rent, and any additional fees. You should walk through the apartment and address any defects with the landlord. When you sign your...
How to Use Landlord Identity Law as a Defense for Eviction
Using Landlord Identity Law is one of the many ways tenants can hold landlords’ feet to the fire. Tenants can challenge the landlord’s registration for the property every time they appear in court. Under New Jersey law, a landlord is required to register her property...