Landlord and Tenants Disputes

Disputes between landlords and tenants often arise where a property is poorly maintained, unsafe, or where a landlord has failed to comply with their legal obligations. In many cases, tenants suffer financial loss, inconvenience or even personal injury as a result.

At Aston Knight Solicitors, we specialise in landlord and tenant claims focused on tenant rights, including accidents in rented properties, property disrepair, deposit disputes and rent-related disagreements.

When Do Landlord and Tenant Claims Arise?

Landlord and tenant disputes can arise for many reasons, including:

• Failure to carry out repairs
• Poor or unsafe living conditions
• Damage to property
• Failure to protect tenancy deposits
• Unfair deductions from deposits
• Failure to address reported hazards
• Rent disputes

These issues can affect both residential tenants and landlords, but many claims arise because landlords have failed to meet their legal responsibilities.

Accidents in Rented Properties

Every year, many tenants are injured in rented accommodation due to:

• Defective fixtures and fittings
• Unsafe stairs or flooring
• Faulty electrics or gas installations
• Defective windows, doors or handrails
• Poorly maintained communal areas

Landlords have legal duties under the Defective Premises Act and other housing legislation to ensure that their properties are reasonably safe. Where they fail to do so, injured tenants may be entitled to claim compensation.

The law in this area is complex and depends on factors such as:

• Where the accident occurred
• Whether the landlord lives in the property
• What rights of inspection the landlord has
• The terms of the tenancy agreement

Landlord Repair Obligations

Landlords are not only responsible for repairing hazards once they have been reported. They may also be liable for dangerous conditions they ought to have known about, particularly where they have rights to inspect the property.

In many cases, we carefully review:

• The tenancy agreement
• Inspection rights
• Maintenance records
• Correspondence between tenant and landlord

If you report disrepair or hazards to your landlord or letting agent, it is crucial that you keep copies of emails, messages or letters, as this evidence can be vital in proving your claim.

Claims We Commonly Handle

Our landlord and tenant solicitors regularly deal with:

• Personal injury claims arising from rented property defects
• Housing disrepair claims
• Defective Premises Act claims

We act firmly but fairly to ensure tenants’ rights are protected.

Why Choose Aston Knight Solicitors?

Clients choose Aston Knight Solicitors because we offer:

• Specialist knowledge of tenant injury and disrepair law
• Experience dealing with complex landlord liability issues
• Clear, practical legal advice
• Strong negotiation and litigation skills
• A supportive and approachable service

We understand the challenges tenants face when dealing with landlords and insurers and are committed to fighting for fair outcomes.

Time Limits for Landlord and Tenant Claims

Strict time limits apply to landlord and tenant claims, particularly personal injury and deposit protection claims. Delay can significantly affect your ability to bring a claim.

Early advice is strongly recommended.

If you have been injured in rented accommodation, are living in unsafe conditions, or are involved in a deposit dispute, our specialist solicitors can help.