It is possible for a tenant who is injured at rental premised to make a claim against the landlord where there is a breach by the landlord of obligations provided under the law or the Residential Tenancies Act.
We have dealt with many “No Win, No Fee” Law Firms who take on these matters.
S103 of the Residential Tenancies Act provides:
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- The premises are fit for the tenant to live in; and
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- Must maintain the premises in a way that the premises remain fit for the tenant to live in; and
- Must maintain the premises and inclusions in good repair; and
- Must ensure any law dealing with issues about the health or safety of persons using or entering the premises is complied with; and
- If the premises include a common area–must keep the area clean.hile the tenancy continues, the lessor:
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- The premises are fit for the tenant to live in; and