Eviction Due To Fire

Summary

If you were evicted due to a fire caused by a faulty gas line, you may have rights under Michigan tenant laws. Contact Michigan Legal Help or Legal Aid for assistance. Michigan Legal Help can be reached at (734) 332-9166, and the Michigan Statewide Legal Aid hotline is 1-888-783-8190.

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I have been evicted from my apartment due to a fire in the crawlspace.
Hello Steph, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Can you please tell me whether the fire was caused by your actions or was it due to other reasons?
it was due to a hole in the gas line, not my fault
Hello Steph, in Michigan, landlords are generally responsible for maintaining the premises, including gas lines. If you were evicted due to a fire caused by a faulty gas line, you may have rights under the Michigan tenant laws. Consult a lawyer to discuss this further.
Are there any free lawyers?
Yes, there are organizations in Michigan that offer free legal services. One of them is Michigan Legal Help. They provide legal advice and can help you find a lawyer who works pro bono (for free). You may also consider contacting your local Legal Aid office.
Phone numbers?
Sure, you can contact Michigan Legal Help at (*) *-*. For Legal Aid, the Michigan Statewide Legal Aid hotline is *-*-*-*. It's always best to call and discuss your situation with them directly.