Landlord Electrical Bill Dispute

Summary

In Nevada, landlords are responsible for maintaining electrical systems in rental properties. If an outage occurs due to landlord negligence, they may be liable for any increased power bills. Review your lease for specific terms and consult Nevada Legal Services for further assistance. If unresolved, consider taking the issue to Small Claims Court.

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My power was off for a week due to faulty power panel box in a rental I live in.. now my power bill is *$ usually *$
Hi ****, that's a significant increase. Are you located in the United States? If so, which state? This is important as landlord-tenant laws vary by state.
Do I have to pay or does the landlord
To answer your question, I need to know your location. Different states have different regulations regarding landlord and tenant responsibilities.
Yes Reno Nevada usa
In Nevada, landlords are generally responsible for maintaining rental properties, including electrical systems. However, it depends on the specific terms of your lease. You can contact Nevada Legal Services at (*) *-* for more information.
Power was out for a week I had no power .
In Nevada:
*. Landlords must maintain electrical systems.
*. Review your lease to see if it outlines who's responsible.
*. If unresolved, you may take this to a Small Claims Court.
Contact Nevada Legal Services for more information at (*) *-*.
Ty
You're welcome, ****! If you have any other questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask. I'm here to help.
I thought since I was without power they should pay this bill
In Nevada:
*. If the outage was due to landlord's negligence, they might be liable.
*. Some leases may require tenants to pay regardless.
*. Consult with a local attorney or Nevada Legal Services at (*) *-*.
Ok
Great, ****! If you have more questions or if there's anything else you need, don't hesitate to ask. I'm here to help.
Police man hit me while on pursuit of someone else never came back to check on me
I'm sorry to hear about that, ****. In which state did this incident occur? This information will help me provide you with the most accurate legal information.
Nevada
In Nevada:
*. You can file a personal injury claim.
*. Police departments have internal affairs to investigate such issues.
*. Contact a personal injury attorney for advice.
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada Phone: (*) *-* can provide further assistance.
I didn't have a driver's licence or insurance
Were you driving a vehicle when the police officer hit you, ****? This information will help determine how Nevada's driving laws apply to your situation.
Yes
In Nevada:
*. Driving without a license or insurance is illegal.
*. You may face charges for these violations.
*. However, it doesn't prevent you from filing a personal injury claim.
Contact the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada at (*) *-* for further advice.