Landlord Harassment Legal Rights

Summary

Landlords in Pennsylvania must provide reasonable notice before entering a tenants home and cannot threaten tenants or involve child services without valid reason. They must also provide a 10-day notice to quit for nonpayment of rent. If a landlord fails to follow these rules, they may be in violation of the lease agreement. Tenants feeling threatened should contact local authorities and may want to consult with a local attorney for further advice.

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SUMMER SMOSNY
Hello Summer Smosny, nice to meet you! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
LANDLORD HARASSMENT
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, Summer. Could you please provide more details about the harassment you're experiencing from your landlord? It will help me provide you with more appropriate legal information.
THREATS
I'm sorry to hear that you're experiencing this, Summer. In Pennsylvania, there are several laws protecting tenants from harassment. Here are a few:
- Landlords cannot enter your home without reasonable notice.
- Landlords cannot turn off your utilities.
- Landlords cannot threaten you.
If you feel unsafe, consider contacting local authorities.
SHE IS HARRASING ME OVER LATE RENT * MMONTHS AND I TOLD HER I WOULD PAY IN FEBUARY NOW SHE IS THREATING ME TO LEAVE THE PROPERTY OR ME AND HER WILL HAVE PERSONAL ISSUES AND SHE WILL GO AS FAR AS CALLING CHILD SERVICES
I'm sorry to hear you're experiencing this, Summer. In Pennsylvania:
- Landlords must provide a *-day notice to quit for nonpayment of rent.
- Landlords cannot threaten personal harm or involve child services without valid reason.
- If you feel threatened, contact local authorities immediately. Would you like information on local legal aid services?
SHE ALSO POSTED THE PLACE FOR RENT * DAYS AFTER I MOVED IN. AND GAVE HER THE DOWN PAYMENT
I'm sorry to hear that, Summer. In Pennsylvania:
- Landlords must provide proper notice before ending a lease.
- If they fail to, they may be in violation of the lease agreement.
You might want to consult with a local attorney for advice.
SHE ALSO BROUGHT A FRIEND WHEN. SHE CAME FOR AN INSPENCTION
In Pennsylvania, a landlord must provide reasonable notice before entering a tenant's home for inspections. If you felt uncomfortable, it could be seen as a violation of your rights. Consult with a local tenant's rights attorney for further advice.