Upholding Tenants’ Rights In The Puget Sound Area
As a tenant, you have important rights under Washington law. Your landlord must uphold certain standards to provide you with safe and sanitary living conditions. When they fail to do so, you can take legal action.
I’m attorney Morgan Lake in Seattle, and I founded Lake Law, PLLC, to stand up for the rights of people like you. With a background as a teacher, prosecutor and public defender, I’ve built my career on a passion for righting wrongs. I handle every case with a personal commitment to seeing that justice is served.
Landlord Responsibilities In Washington
Residential landlords have a legal responsibility to keep their properties in habitable condition. That means ensuring the structural integrity of the property, keeping plumbing and electrical systems safe and functional, and providing a habitable environment free from health hazards, among other things.
Unfortunately, not all landlords follow the law. Some common violations include:
- Failure to make repairs: Ignoring or delaying necessary repairs can severely affect your quality of life and potentially even your safety.
- Haphazard repairs: Sometimes, landlords cut corners by hiring unlicensed workers to perform repairs, leading to shoddy work. This often leads to recurring problems, especially with essential systems like heating or appliances.
- Plumbing issues: Problems with plumbing can lead to serious issues such as flooding and water leaks. Left unaddressed, these issues can not only damage your belongings but also lead to mold growth, posing a significant health risk.
- Pests and rodents: An infestation can make your living conditions unsanitary and unsafe. It is the landlord’s duty to provide prompt and effective pest control measures.
If your landlord or property manager isn’t fulfilling their legal duties, you can take legal action. I can help you hold them accountable. I can also help if your landlord is unfairly withholding your security deposit, engaging in illegal rent collection tactics or violating the law in other ways.
I Can Stand Up For You
If you’re facing issues with your rental situation that your landlord refuses to address, it may be time to enlist legal help. I can assert your rights and take strategic legal action to ensure that your home is the safe, well-maintained environment you deserve. Learn more by calling 206-536-2830 or reaching out to me online