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Constructive Eviction

Definition:

Constructive eviction is a legal concept in landlord-tenant law where a tenant is effectively forced to leave a property due to the landlord's actions or omissions that make the property uninhabitable or significantly interfere with the tenant's ability to live there.

Senses:

1. Legal Sense:

   In the legal sense, constructive eviction refers to situations where a landlord fails to fulfill their responsibilities, such as providing essential services or maintaining the property, to the extent that it renders the premises unfit for occupancy by the tenant.

   Example Sentence: The tenant successfully sued the landlord for constructive eviction after the persistent mold issue was ignored, making the apartment uninhabitable.

2. Popular Sense:

   Popularly, constructive eviction can also describe instances where a landlord's actions, such as harassment or excessive rent hikes, create an intolerable living environment, leading the tenant to vacate the premises.

   Example Sentence: The constant noise and frequent unannounced visits from the landlord constituted constructive eviction, compelling the tenant to find a new place to live.

Related Products:

To learn more about landlord-tenant laws or find assistance with constructive eviction cases, you may find the following related products helpful:

• Landlord Tenant Law Books
• Tenant Rights Guides
• Real Estate Attorneys