Sublease Agreement Breach Resolution

Summary

A sublease agreement is legally binding. If the original tenant is not honoring the agreement, you may have grounds for legal action. Consider filing a claim in small claims court to recover your deposit and any additional losses. If you feel threatened or need to retrieve your belongings, contacting local police may be an option. Consulting with a local attorney can provide personalized advice and help you navigate the legal process.

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I recently relocated to Dallas Texas from Sacramento California. I met a man online on Facebook Marketplace who was looking for someone to take over his apartment & sublease from June * until March *. We have a sublease agreement signed from the both of us, I paid him for the rent + deposit. He has yet to move his belongings out & doesn’t allow me to enter the premises freely, even though I have a key. He remains inside the apartment & keeps giving me false times as to when he will be gone. I have already moved a lot of my personal belongings inside as well paid for & shipped furniture & things for the apartment to the location I am supposed to be living in. He has decided that he no longer wants to sublease but has not opened up the unit to allow me to get my belongings or has he returned any of my money to me. I have no where to live, no where to put my belongings or means to get out any of the new furniture that’s been delivered there. I really need help.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Here's some general legal information that might help:
- Texas Property Code: A sublease agreement is a legal contract. If he's violating it, you might have grounds for legal action.
- Small Claims Court: You can file a claim for the return of your deposit and any additional losses.
- Police Assistance: If you feel wronged or threatened, you might contact the local police for assistance in retrieving your belongings.
Would you like to explore the option of connecting with a local lawyer who could help you further with this issue?
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Great! To connect you with a local lawyer who can help, I just need a few details. Could you please provide your phone number?
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This seems like a high-value case due to potential breach of contract and property access issues. Let's get you connected to a local lawyer who can assist.
What is your zipcode?
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It seems like you've already taken the necessary steps to connect with a local lawyer to address your sublease issue. If there's anything else you need or any other legal questions arise, feel free to reach out. Best of luck with resolving the situation!