This category covers the legal issue of asking a landlord for repairs to the rental unit you are living in. This covers how to find out what repairs are necessary and how to ask a landlord to make repairs to a rental property.
Louisiana Civil Legal Navigator
Not sure where to start your legal research? Try the Louisiana Civil Legal Navigator. Answer a few questions about yourself and your situation to get customized legal information, local court forms, referrals to legal aid, and more. Available for Divorce, Child Custody, Employment Law, and private Landlord-Tenant Law.
Flood And Fire Victims' Rights As Tenants
Common questions asked by tenants who suffer flood or fire damage.
Avoid Contractor Fraud And Scams
Information for those who are working with contractors and want to avoid issues with contractor fraud and scams. Contractor fraud involves a contractor engaging in deceptive behavior to obtain money or other benefits. This type of fraud can take many forms, including overbilling, using inferior material, misrepresenting the services provided, or failing to perform the services agreed upon.
Louisiana State Regulations Of Rental Housing
This information covers how Louisiana has its own set of laws and regulations that govern landlord-tenant relationships. In Louisiana, residential rentals are not governed by the Uniform Residential Landlord Tenant Act (URLTA) like in many other states.
Issues With Renting A Home
Renting a home can come with various issues that tenants may encounter. This information will provide you with details about the different issues renters may encounter when they rent a home.
Mold Growth Information For Renters And Homeowners
This gives a basic informational overview about mold and mold hazards. This is meant for anyone dealing with mold issues including homeowners and renters.
Preparing A Personal Property And Home Inventory
A personal home property inventory details everything that you own and the cost to replace these items if they are stolen or destroyed by a disaster.
What to Do About Housing Code Violations
Louisiana state and local laws protect tenants from unsafe and unsanitary living conditions. This article provides information for tenants who may be living in a rented home that violates the state or local housing codes.