Tenant Resources

“SOL” stands for Statute of Limitations. The time limit you have to take legal action after something goes wrong. Miss that window, and even a strong case can vanish before it ever reaches court. In Colorado, people hurt in auto accidents generally have three years to sue. For most other personal-injury claims, it’s two years. Some financial or contract claims can stretch as long as six. But for renters who’ve been mistreated by their landlords, the timeline is…

Security deposits for rentals in Colorado are typically 1 to 1.5 times the amount of rent you will pay each month. This is generally a significant upfront sum, and is definitely money you will want to recover when you end your lease. As a renter, you have many rights, among which is your right to recover your security deposit. If a landlord is wrongfully withholding your deposit, you should contact an experienced Colorado security deposit dispute attorney to…

Landlords may file eviction cases for a variety of reasons: nonpayment of rent, owner or family occupancy (wanting to move themselves or immediate family member into the property), and substantial renovations which would require the unit to be vacated, among others. There are strong tenant protections in Colorado. Tenant law can be confusing. Contact us to talk through your situation.

You have legal rights if your health is at risk due to a Colorado health code violation. Pest infestations in Colorado rental properties can impact your safety. These rights are available to you when a landlord fails to ensure a rental space is reasonably safe and habitable. Colorado Renters’ Rights for Housing Infestations Colorado law’s Warranty of Habitability creates guidelines landlords must follow to ensure renter safety and limit the contractual obligations of a tenant when a landlord…

Colorado landlords must provide a habitable space for their tenants. As a renter, you have the right to take legal action when a landlord fails to meet the state’s standards for habitability. A tenant must take specific steps before filing a legal action against a landlord for mold and water damage in Colorado.  What Are Tenants’ Duties Regarding Mold in an Apartment? Colorado laws specify that tenants must reasonably maintain a rental apartment to ensure cleanliness and safety…