Re: ex-enant trying to sue for last utility bill

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Is it ethical for a prepaid lawyer to harass you? It is
ethical for an attorney to represent his/her client. If you
retain an attorney, plaintiff's attorney will have to
communicate with your attorney and not you. But, before you
do so, read further. By the way, what is the attorney doing
that makes you believe you are being harassed?

Now, the real reason for your question; it is doubtful that
your previous tenant will follow through with his/her
intentions, as it would not make financial sense to do so
over a mere $100. It would make more sense for the previous
tenant to file a complaint in small claims court and sue you
without using an attorney. He/she would have to prove that
your irrigation leak caused the excessive water bill.

On 12/17/09, John S wrote:
> I have an ex-tenant that claims I should pay his last
> water bill. After moving out he called and asked if I knew
> why his last water bill was higher than usual. Since he
> had moved out I did routine maintenance and noticed a leak
> in the irrigation system, which I told him was probably
> the reason. He claims to have prepaid legal and is going
> to try to sue for the bill. Does he have any case at all
> and is it even ethical for the prepaid lawyer to harass
> me? Thanks for any info.