Internet Outage Tenant Rights

Summary

The user is a tenant in Indiana experiencing prolonged internet outages due to upgrades by the landlord. The user has communicated with the landlord and the internet provider, but the issue persists. The user is a college student and the outages are significantly impacting their ability to work. The user has considered withholding rent but is concerned about potential legal backlash. The users lease agreement states that rent cannot be withheld. The user has not sought legal advice or representation.

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my apartment is upgrading my internet and it is causing long outages that lasts weeks and maybe even months
What state are you located in, ****? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information regarding tenant rights and landlord responsibilities.
Indiana
What is the duration of your lease agreement, ****? In Indiana, landlords are generally required to provide essential services like utilities.
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What steps have you taken so far to address this issue with your landlord?

In Indiana:
- Landlords must provide essential services like utilities.
- Tenants can take legal action if these services are not provided.
i have called them and the internet provider
What was the response from your landlord and the internet provider? In Indiana, landlords are required to provide essential services, including internet. If not, tenants can take legal action.
they said they are working on it
What is the duration of these outages and how frequently do they occur?
total outage for a week so far
Have you documented these outages and your communication with the landlord and internet provider? In Indiana, this could be crucial for any potential legal action.
yes
What is the impact of these outages on your daily life and work?
massive I can not do my work like I need to
What kind of work do you do that requires internet? In Indiana, you may be able to seek compensation for lost wages due to the landlord's failure to provide essential services.
i am a college student
What is the name of your college and do they provide any alternative internet facilities?
purdue and yes
Have you tried using the alternative internet facilities provided by Purdue University during these outages?
yes
Have you informed your university about the situation and asked for any possible accommodations or assistance?
no
Have you considered informing your university about your situation? They might be able to provide some assistance or accommodations.
no they are not a part of the apartment
Have you considered seeking legal advice or representation to address this issue with your landlord?
no
Have you considered withholding rent until the issue is resolved? In Indiana, tenants may withhold rent if essential services aren't provided.
i have but have not withheld it yet
What is the reason you haven't withheld the rent yet? In Indiana, tenants can withhold rent if essential services aren't provided, but it's important to follow the correct legal procedures.
legal backlash
What specific legal backlash are you concerned about?
late fees and me being wrong
What does your lease agreement say about withholding rent or late fees?
they say i cant
What does your lease agreement say about the provision of essential services like internet?