Eviction Defense Strategies Oregon

Summary

To address an eviction notice in Oregon, consider presenting the $2,000 owed in court to demonstrate willingness to pay. Highlight the tenants medical condition, such as multiple sclerosis, and efforts to enroll in assistance programs like the Health-Related Social Needs Program. These factors may help in negotiating with the landlord or in court proceedings. Consulting with a local attorney specializing in landlord-tenant law can provide personalized advice and potentially improve your chances of avoiding eviction.

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Racheal Sikes
Hi Racheal! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
Im currently living in salem oregon and i live with my boyfriemd Eduardo and his mother evalia, as well as her boyfriend santiago. Eduardo and evalia have been tenants renting the home for over 15 years from their landlord lisa. Lisa has had them served with an eviction notice due to non payment of rent and the court date is for tomorrow morning. They are supposed to be paying * dollars a month for rent which is due on the 4th of every month, with a * dollar late fee added for every five days of non payment. They missed the payment for march and for april but they have two thousand dollars to pay her as of right now. I guess i am.asking for any advice you may have on helping us avoid being evicted because we will literallt have nowhwre to go and become homeless. Evalia eas also diagnosed a year ago with multiple sclerosis and i am tryinf to get hwr signed up for a program here in oregon cqlled the health related social needs program
Hey Racheal! Here are some steps you can take:
- Bring the $*,*: Show willingness to pay the owed rent in court.
- Medical Condition: Mention Evalia’s multiple sclerosis diagnosis.
- Health-Related Social Needs Program: Highlight efforts to get Evalia signed up.
Would you like to be connected with a local lawyer who can better assist you?