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Landlord changed mind about eviction after we signed new lease, can we sue him?
Dear Sir/Madam,
We are due to be evicted from the villa we are renting in October 2023 because the landlord wants it for personal use. We received 12 months' notice in the correct manner.
We are not happy to move, as we have been living here for 7.5 years. We found a new property to rent, which is more expensive and smaller.
Last week, we asked our current landlord to confirm that he still wants the villa for his family and to let us know if anything changes. He confirmed that he still wants the property.
Last night, we signed a new contract for the new villa and paid agent's fees and deposit. We will move in October.
Today, our current landlord says he has changed his mind and that we can stay. Where do we stand? We feel it is too late, as we have asked many times to stay and he has always refused.
Can we raise a case if he rents the villa to new tenants?
Dear Client,
Thanks for your question! I hope you are doing well. I will definitely assist you in this matter.
If you have a valid, signed rental agreement for the new property and your current landlord rents the villa to new tenants, you may have legal grounds to raise a case for breach of contract or other related issues.
For any further legal assistance, you can WhatsApp us. We have an extensive team of knowledgeable and experienced lawyers to provide the legal assistance you need.
We will definitely be happy to help you.
Thanks & Regards,
ABDUL WAHIED
Dear Questioner,
Definitely, you can, and you can demand financial compensation.
Dear Questioner,
Based on your situation, a carefully worded response to your landlord is essential.
The key points to cover would be your financial and emotional losses due to their sudden change of decision, your willingness to stay under the condition of full compensation, and your intent to seek legal redress should they lease the property to new tenants after you've moved.
If you would like assistance in crafting a detailed and legally sound response, I'd be pleased to offer my services.
Dear Questioner,
Yes, you can and the court will compensate you.
Dear Questioner,
Yes, you can file a case against the landlord if he does not use the villa for himself.
For further legal assistance, feel free to WhatsApp or phone our Senior Legal Consultant Mr. Mohammad Abdullah Nosir.
