Landlord and tenant law governs the rental of residential and commercial properties, outlining the rights and responsibilities of both parties in a rental agreement.

Tenants:

• Residential tenants are protected from certain rent increases and depending on the circumstances may have options to avoid eviction.

• Commercial tenants’ rights are often dependent on the terms of a negotiated lease agreement.

Landlords:

• Landlords of residential properties must be familiar with state and local laws governing housing regulations, including rent increases and strict eviction procedures.

• Landlords of commercial properties should have a comprehensive commercial lease agreement that it is updated based on evolving needs, a lessee’s particular circumstance and changes in the market.