PSA: landlord entering without notice

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Started by eric_the_eric_18 · Sep 9, 2025 · 1,908 views · 11 replies
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eric_the_eric_18 OP

Has anyone dealt with something like this? I'm not sure what my options are.

landlord entering without notice. I've been dealing with this for about 5 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have been in this property for 1 years. My monthly rent is $3,614. I have a written lease.

Has anyone been through something similar? What worked for you?

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Sean_O_34

NAL, but from what I've read, you should file a complaint. That's the general rule anyway, exceptions exist.

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allison.m_2

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

I eventually got results by escalating/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

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desperate_times_etc_19

Have you tried reaching out to your state's labor board? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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new_here_be_gentle_26

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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tiffany_c_20

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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LegalAssistKim_28

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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startuplife_13

Real talk: not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

What worked for me was filing with the appropriate government agency. It took 4-8 months but was worth it.

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legalnewbie_24

NAL, but from what I've read, you should send a written demand. But don't just take my word for it, get real legal advice.

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legal_eagle_wannabe_16

Have you tried reaching out to your state's labor board? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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your_honor_please_25

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

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commuter_life_19

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.