When a Tennessee tenant can get their security deposit back
We are currently representing people in Tennessee that have had their apartment security deposits retained by their landlord. We believe some apartments have been keeping security deposits as a matter of routine and fraudulently accusing tenants of damaging the apartments. If you believe your landlord is keeping your security deposit unlawfully please call my office to discuss your rights.
If you are uncertain, it may help to know your basic rights under the Tennessee Landlord Tenant Act. Some key requirements under the law are as follows:
— The landlord must keep the security deposit in an account maintained only for that purpose.
— Within Ten (10) days of the lease termination the landlord shall inspect the premises and compile a damage list. Also the landlord must notify the tenant of their right to inspect the premises to ascertain the accuracy of the list.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our Tennessee Law Office.
Author Bio
Jim Higgins, founder of the Higgins Firm, is a seasoned personal injury attorney with deep roots in Nashville, Tennessee. A 4th generation Nashvillian, Jim carries on the legal legacy of his father, a judge for over 30 years. After graduating from the University of Memphis School of Law, Jim’s career began on the other side of the courtroom, defending insurance companies and learning their tactics for minimizing settlements. However, he soon realized his true calling was fighting for the rights of the injured, and for the past several years, he has exclusively represented plaintiffs in personal injury cases.
Since then, his dedication and skill have earned him membership in the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization limited to attorneys who have secured million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for their clients. Licensed to practice in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Georgia, Jim focuses on personal injury, product liability, medical malpractice, and workers’ compensation cases. His exceptional work has been recognized by his peers, earning him a spot on the Super Lawyers list from 2021 to 2024, a distinction awarded to only a select group of accomplished attorneys in each state.
