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In Washington State, you may have grounds to sue the apartment complex for negligence and defamation, even if you dont reside there. The statute of limitations for personal injury and defamation claims is generally three years. To build a strong case, gather evidence such as police reports, video footage, and witness statements. Consider consulting a lawyer specializing in personal injury or tenant rights. Low-cost legal aid services are available to assist you. File a complaint with the local housing authority if the complex is low-income housing.Full Conversation
The mother of my kids, A friend of ours and myself were assaulted in the apartment complex that she lives in by another tenant from a different building just before thanksgiving and a police report was filed and the apartments were made aware of the incident as well since it was on camera and the police were involved but a couple weeks ago as I was coming back from dropping one of our kids off at the bus the manager stopped me and started accusing me of doing drugs in my car which I wouldn’t do because of my kids as well as accusing me of doing them on the property which I wouldn’t do because of my children and proceeded to tell me that the police report said that’s what I was doing when the assault happened which it does not say anything about drugs other than when the person who assaulted us was accusing me and my friend of doing them in my car even though I had just parked in a parking spot and was trying to get out of my car to go inside and see my children
****, it sounds like you have a strong case regarding both the assault and the false accusations made by the apartment manager. Here are a few steps you can consider:
- Gather Evidence: Collect any video footage, witness statements, and the police report.
- Document Everything: Keep a detailed record of all interactions with the apartment manager and any further incidents.
- Consult a Lawyer: Given the complexities, consulting a lawyer specializing in tenant rights and personal injury might be beneficial.
Would you like specific legal advice on how to proceed with the assault or the accusation?
I would like to know if there is anything that can be done about the apartments not doing anything about the assault and acting like it never happened
Hi ****! You might have a strong case here. Here are some steps to consider:
- Review Lease Agreement: Check if it includes clauses about tenant safety and management responsibilities.
- File a Complaint: With your local housing authority or tenant rights organization.
- Consult a Lawyer: For further legal action, especially regarding negligence and defamation.
Would you like help finding a tenant rights organization or a lawyer specializing in this matter?
Its also a low income housing complex
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Hi ****! Since it's a low-income housing complex, there may be specific regulations and protections in place. Here are some steps you can take:
- Report to Housing Authority: File a complaint with the local housing authority responsible for low-income housing.
- Seek Legal Aid: Look for free or low-cost legal aid services available in your area.
Would you like help finding legal aid services or more information on filing a complaint with the housing authority?
Sure
Since you are dealing with a low-income housing complex, you may be eligible for specific protections and assistance.
- Report to Housing Authority: File a complaint with the local housing authority responsible for low-income housing.
- Seek Legal Aid: Look for free or low-cost legal aid services available in your area.
Would you like information on legal aid services or more details on filing a complaint with the housing authority?
Both
Hi ****! Here is the information you need:
~Legal Aid Services:
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Legal Aid Society: (*) *-*
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Website: www.legalaid.com
~Filing a Complaint with Housing Authority:
- Local Housing Authority: (*) *-*
- Website: www.housingauthority.com
Would you like more assistance?
Can I sue them for them failing to do anything about it since I don’t live in the complex
Yes, you may have grounds to sue the apartment complex for failing to address the assault and the false accusations, even if you don't live there. The key is to demonstrate negligence in their duty to provide a safe environment for residents and visitors. Consulting a lawyer specializing in personal injury or tenant rights will be essential.
Would you like more detailed legal advice or further assistance in finding a lawyer?
More detailed advice
Hi ****! Here's more detailed advice:
- Negligence: To prove negligence, you need to show the apartment complex had a duty to ensure safety, breached that duty, and caused harm.
- Defamation: False accusations can be grounds for a defamation claim if they damaged your reputation.
- Evidence: Gather all documentation, including police reports, video footage, and witness statements.
Would you like guidance on finding a specialized lawyer to help with these claims?
Are there any lawyers that will are low cost
Hi ****! You can look for free or low-cost legal aid services in your area. Here are some options:
~Legal Aid Services:
- Legal Aid Society: (*) *-*
- Website: www.legalaid.com
Would you like more help with anything else?
What’s the statute of limitations in Washington state for a case like this
In Washington State, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases, including assault, is generally three years. For defamation claims, the statute of limitations is also three years.
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