Common Concerns:

Question: What are the most common landlord-tenant disputes in Ontario, and how can a Paralegal help resolve them quickly?

Answer: Common Ontario residential tenancy disputes include rent arrears and repayment plans, rent increase rules, maintenance and repair obligations, interference with reasonable enjoyment (noise, harassment), improper entry, key or deposit issues, unlawful lockouts, termination notices, and eviction procedure errors under Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, S.O. 2006, Chapter 17, often handled through the Landlord and Tenant Board.   Case in Point Paralegal Services is a Paralegal service that helps landlords and tenants across Ontario prepare evidence, draft and file LTB applications, respond to notices, negotiate settlements, and represent you at hearings to protect your rights and reduce delays; call (519) 318-7843 to get help now.

Common Residential Housing Disputes Involving Landlords and Tenants

A healthy relationship between landlords and tenants requires an understanding of key legal obligations and rights as established by the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006, S.O. 2006, Chapter 17, so as to avoid, or minimize conflict, arising from common dispute issues and concerns involving rent increases, maintenance responsibilities, disruptive behaviour, and the procedures for properly terminating occupancy.  Both landlords as well as tenants must be aware of the respective rights and duties to maintain a harmonious rental relationship.