Apartment Fire Safety Lawsuit

Summary

In Missouri, landlords must provide safe and habitable housing. If a landlord fails to meet this obligation, tenants may have the right to withhold rent or sue for damages. You may have a case if there was no fire escape and it was required by local regulations. Consult with a local attorney for personalized advice.

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My apartment building caught on fire, and I had to jump out a window can I sue for there not being a fire escape
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To better assist you, could you please tell me your location as building safety regulations vary from place to place?
Saint Joseph, Missouri
Hello ****,
*. In Missouri, landlords are required to provide safe and habitable housing.
*. If a landlord fails to meet this obligation, tenants may have the right to withhold rent or sue for damages.
*. You may have a case if there was no fire escape and it was required by local regulations.
Consult with a local attorney for personalized advice.