Landlord Tenant Dispute

Summary

Landlords in Louisiana must maintain habitable conditions. Tenants can deduct repair costs from rent if the landlord fails to act. Verbal contracts can be enforceable with credible witnesses. For eviction and contract issues, contact Louisiana Legal Aid at 1-800-310-7029.

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My landlord refused to reimburse me for hiring someone to clear sewer line after I notified him there was sewage backing up into my tub and a month went by and he did nothing and he refused to deduct it from rent and now wants to evict me
Did you document your communication with the landlord about the sewage issue?

In Louisiana, landlords are required to maintain the premises in a habitable condition. If they fail to do so, tenants may have certain rights.
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In Louisiana:

- Landlords must maintain habitable conditions.
- Tenants can deduct repair costs from rent if landlord fails to act.

For eviction issues, contact Louisiana Legal Aid: *-*-*-*.
I also had a verbal agreement with witnesses that I rent the place for one year then I can purchase the place for $* self financed and now I have been paying rent for over 2 years and he will not sign over paperwork for place.
Did you get the verbal agreement about the purchase of the place in writing or have any proof of this agreement? In Louisiana, verbal contracts can be enforceable but proof is often required.
I have an eye witness to the agreement and he made same offer to other renter in same park
In Louisiana, verbal contracts can be enforceable with credible witnesses. For further assistance, contact Louisiana Legal Aid: *-*-*-*.