Type of Claims

Procedures:

If you want to file a claim, it is likely to be costly. You may qualify for legal aid to assist with these expenses, but legal aid funding is only available in situations where there is a substantial risk to the health and safety of the tenants living in the property.

If Legal Aid isn’t available, you’ll need to pay for the expenses yourself. The cost varies depending on which court route you choose. Get in touch with us and we can aid in free legal advice.

If your claim is under £5000, it will be determined in small claims court. If you’re asking for repairs to be done and the cost of repair work is less than £1000, and the damages are likewise less than £1000, your case can only be heard in small claims court. If your lawsuit does not meet the requirements for small claims, it will usually go to the fast-track court.

If you win your case then your landlord can be ordered to cover your costs for you.

Housing disrepair

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A housing disrepair claim can be made when the tenant, has reported issues with their home to the landlord. You must give the landlord time to repair the property, however if the landlord fails to carry out the required repairs you can then file a housing disrepair claim for compensation.

If you reside in a Housing Executive property, Housing Association property, or Social Housing,  your landlord is required to make sure your accommodation is suitable for human habitation and functioning properly. When a property deteriorates or necessitates repairs so that it is safe and acceptable to live in, it is the landlord’s duty to provide a reasonable standard of living.

If a property is in disrepair, this means that it requires repairs for it to be determined safe and suitable to live in. This typically applies to rented homes and any other type of rented accommodation.

What can I claim for?
When you file a housing disrepair claim with the court, it can order your landlord to make the necessary repairs. You may also be compensated for various reasons, including:

Damage to belongings:

You have the right to demand compensation for any items that have been damaged or destroyed as a result of the property’s poor condition. You can also claim for property damage incurred during maintenance work conducted by your landlord.

Financial loss:

You can claim for financial compensation as a result of housing disrepair issues, such as your landlord failing to make repairs, if you have suffered financial loss. Note if you are in rent arrears this will impact your outcome.

Personal injury:

If you have been injured as a result of your landlord’s negligence then you could make a personal injury claim. Respiratory disorders, injuries caused by falling or tripping hazards, carbon monoxide poisoning, and other kinds of injuries are among the various sorts of injury claims that arise from disrepair. We can assist you with medical reports, expert evidence and court action proceedings.

Inconvenience:

You should be compensated for all expenses, such as the inconvenience of a general disruption to your daily routine, not being able to use your house, or having to wait for repairs.

In detail…

What can I claim for?
When you file a housing disrepair claim with the court, it can order your landlord to make the necessary repairs. You may also be compensated for various reasons, including:

Damage to belongings:

You have the right to demand compensation for any items that have been damaged or destroyed as a result of the property’s poor condition. You can also claim for property damage incurred during maintenance work conducted by your landlord.

Financial loss:

You can claim for financial compensation as a result of housing disrepair issues, such as your landlord failing to make repairs, if you have suffered financial loss. Note if you are in rent arrears this will impact your outcome.

Personal injury:

If you have been injured as a result of your landlord’s negligence then you could make a personal injury claim. Respiratory disorders, injuries caused by falling or tripping hazards, carbon monoxide poisoning, and other kinds of injuries are among the various sorts of injury claims that arise from disrepair. We can assist you with medical reports, expert evidence and court action proceedings.

Inconvenience:

You should be compensated for all expenses, such as the inconvenience of a general disruption to your daily routine, not being able to use your house, or having to wait for repairs.

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Personal Injury

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In detail…

Personal injury:

If you have been injured as a result of your landlord’s negligence then you could make a personal injury claim. Respiratory disorders, injuries caused by falling or tripping hazards, carbon monoxide poisoning, and other kinds of injuries are among the various sorts of injury claims that arise from disrepair. We can assist you with medical reports, expert evidence and court action proceedings.

In detail…

We currently specialize in claims against The Housing Executive, Housing Associations, Private Landlords & Personal Injury. We are capable of processing claims from renters against private landlords. Our professional solicitors are available to assist you with the claim procedures.

The procedure of claiming against your landlord is time consuming, which is why expert housing disrepair solicitors may be useful. If you want to make a claim, the first thing you should do is consult with a professional about your circumstances to determine whether your case qualifies for one.

Before you can make a claim for housing disrepair compensation, you must follow the Pre-Action Protocol for Housing Conditions Claims. The pre-action protocol outlines a number of steps that you must follow before you can make your claim. If you fail to follow these steps then you could face sanctions at a later point during proceedings.

How do I make a claim for housing disrepair?

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In detail…

If you want to file a claim, it is likely to be costly. You may qualify for legal aid to assist with these expenses, but legal aid funding is only available in situations where there is a substantial risk to the health and safety of the tenants living in the property.

If Legal Aid isn’t available, you’ll need to pay for the expenses yourself. The cost varies depending on which court route you choose. Small claims, fast track, and multi-track are three possible court routes.

If your claim is under £5000, it will be determined in small claims court. If you’re asking for repairs to be done and the cost of repair work is less than £1000, and the damages are likewise less than £1000, your case can only be heard in small claims court. If your lawsuit does not meet the requirements for small claims, it will usually go to the fast-track court.

If you win your case then your landlord can be ordered to cover your costs for you.

In detail…

The amount of compensation granted for housing disrepair claims is determined on a case-by-case basis. The compensation is calculated using a variety of criteria, including:

How much your rent costs;
The degree of disrepair;
How long the issues have persisted since you informed your landlord.

If your property is completely uninhabitable, such as no kitchen, heating system or washing facilities, you may be compensated entirely for the cost of your rent throughout the duration that the problem has persisted. In most situations, you can anticipate to receive between 25% and 50% of your monthly rent in compensation.

If you rent your home and it is in disrepair, you can seek compensation for any inconvenience, discomfort, and suffering that you have endured. If you are tenant living in a rented property, your landlord is required by housing law to ensure:

The following are some of the most typical problems associated with housing disrepair:

  • Mould or damp problems
  • Pest infestations
  • Leaks & water damage
  • Broken heating systems
  • Faulty electrical wiring
  • Internal deterioration
  • Gutters, drains, pipes & structural
  • Broken kitchen & bathroom fittings

How much compensation can I receive for housing disrepair?

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