Suing Previous Landlord Oregon

Summary

You can sue your landlord in Oregon for breach of rental agreement and illegal eviction. Landlords must provide habitable premises and return security deposits within 31 days. For larger claims, file in Circuit Court. Consult a local attorney for advice.

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I need to sue my previous landlord for a lot of different things!
Hello **** ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Can you please provide more details about the issues with your previous landlord? Also, your location would be helpful to give you relevant legal advice.
I’m currently in Idaho but this occurred in Oregon
Hello ****, based on Oregon law:
- You can sue your landlord for breach of rental agreement.
- You can also sue for illegal eviction.
Can you please share more details about your issues?
When we paid our deposit and were told we could move into our home it wasn’t done. Meaning floors, the master bathroom was out of order from day one, it wasn’t cleaned, and we have pictures to prove all of this. We had to fix things around our place due to them not doing it or having someone do it for us. They told us to paint our unit for October rent (that’s the last month we were in the home). We did everything they asked and the house was cleaned when we left. They are now refusing to give our deposit back and saying we owe October rent, charging for a cleaning fee, trash fee, and said there was pet waste in the unit which there wasn’t
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Based on Oregon laws:
- Landlords must provide premises in a habitable condition.
- Landlords must return the security deposit within 31 days after the tenancy ends.
- If the landlord fails, tenants may sue in small claims court.
Ensure you have all documentation and evidence ready.
We also didn’t have sanitary water due to contamination. Which led us to having to shower, wash our clothes somewhere else and buy water to drink and cook with
I'm sorry to hear about your water issues, ****. In Oregon:
- Landlords must provide safe, sanitary, and suitable premises.
- Failure to do so can be deemed as a breach of the rental agreement.
- You may also sue for damages incurred due to this issue.
Please consult with a local attorney for further advice.
I feel we have a bigger case then small claims
I understand your concern, ****. In Oregon, for cases involving larger amounts or complex issues, you may need to file in a higher court such as Circuit Court. It would be best to consult with an attorney to evaluate your case.
Okay thank you! Do you by chance know how much it is to file through a circuit court in oregon
In Oregon, the filing fee for a civil case in Circuit Court is currently $*. However, these fees can change, so it's best to check the Oregon Judicial Department's website or contact the court clerk for the most up-to-date information.
Okay thank you for your help
You're welcome, ****! Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any other questions. Good luck with your case!
I do have one more question
Of course, ****! I'm here to help. What is your final question?
Do you know if I have to file in Oregon because that’s where it occurred even though both parties currently live in idaho
In general, you would file a lawsuit in the state where the dispute occurred. Since your issues with your previous landlord occurred in Oregon, you would typically file there. However, laws can vary so it's best to consult with a legal professional.
Perfect thank you
You're welcome, ****! I'm glad I could assist. If you have any more questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Good luck with your case!