Tenants Rights

The Law Offices of Joseph M. Ghabour, P.C.
New Jersey Landlord-Tenant Attorneys

Is your landlord trying to evict you? Are you confused about your rights as a tenant? Certain laws and regulations govern rental property. Landlords are obligated under the law to maintain their buildings and adhere to code requirements. If your apartment is in disrepair or certain hazards or health risks are present as a result of landlord neglect, The Law Offices of Joseph M. Ghabour, P.C. will advise you of your rights and the landlord’s obligation. The law is clear as to what a landlord can and cannot do. We will help you make sense of the law and its application to your case. We have thorough knowledge of tenants’ rights. Don’t be intimidated or locked out – contact New Jersey landlord-tenant rights attorneys today. With Offices in Jersey City and East Brunswick we are nearby and ready to represent you in all courts of New Jersey and New York. Learn your rights under the law – call today.

Tenant Issues

We represent clients in all types of landlord-tenant dispute matters, including:

• Rent payment
• Habitability Issues (infestation, lack of heat, etc…)
• Section 8 housing
• Safety Conditions of Apartment
• Permissible Rent Increases under Rent Control Laws

Understanding Your Rights . . .

If your landlord is in violation of the law or fails to adhere to proper eviction procedures, we will immediately demand that they cease and desist or risk being sued for damages. Evicting a tenant or resolving a complaint can be a multi-stepped, complicated process – something most landlords don’t appreciate until they’ve overstepped the law and violated their tenants’ rights. Did you know that if your landlord is charging you more rent than permissible by rent control laws, he or she is liable for three times the excess rent charged along with attorneys' fees under the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act?  Is your rent-controlled apartment properly registered with your local rent control board? If it is not, your landlord may likewise be liable for treble damages and attorneys' fees under the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act. As your tenants' rights lawyers, we explain your rights and hold landlords accountable for everything they do – and fail to do.

. . . and Obligations

It’s also important to remember that while your case is under consideration, you’re still responsible for making rent payments. Even if your dispute concerns habitability issues such as lack of heat, or rodent/roach infestation, you are still required to pay rent. The court requires that all outstanding rent be deposit with the Court pending resolution at trial. In such cases, an inspector will inspect your apartment and will report back to the Court, which will determine what amount of rent, if any, you are entitled to as a refund.

Questions about Tenant Rights? Contact Us Today for an Appointment!

If you’re unsure about your rights, contact us today. With Offices in Jersey City and East Brunswick, New Jersey, we are nearby and ready to help you. Evening and weekend appointments available.