QUESTION
Who is responsible for rent when one of the roommate leaves?
Asked on Mar 22nd, 2012 on Landlord and Tenant Law - New York
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If the roommate who left signed the lease, which will expire in two months, is the remaining roommate responsible for the extra-rent until lease expires?
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Transportation Attorney serving Mamaroneck, NY
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Yes, but you can sue your co-tenant in breach for the difference.
Answered on Mar 26th, 2012 at 5:54 PM
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Law Office of Jared Altman
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They both are responsible.
Answered on Mar 26th, 2012 at 3:15 PM
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Law Office of Bijal Jani
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The lease generally dictates who is responsible for payments. If the lease only states one room mate's name, then the legal responsibility falls on the named party, unless you can show otherwise.
Answered on Mar 26th, 2012 at 1:57 PM