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lostinmn
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My roommate and I signed a lease earlier this year that expires in a few months. A couple of days ago the roommate moved out without saying a single word and left to a different state. His name is on the lease just as much as mine is. He said that he has no intentions of paying his half of the rent. I know if I take him to small claims court, it'd have to be in this state. Of course he isn't going to come, so I will win. Questions I have:
Do I have to wait until the lease is over and I have paid all of his shares or can I sue him now for the money he'll need to pay for the rest of the lease?
What would be the consequences for him for losing this in court?
Is there anything I call tell him to pay his half besides just telling him that he must? He thinks that even though he signed the lease he has no obligations.
Do I have to wait until the lease is over and I have paid all of his shares or can I sue him now for the money he'll need to pay for the rest of the lease?
What would be the consequences for him for losing this in court?
Is there anything I call tell him to pay his half besides just telling him that he must? He thinks that even though he signed the lease he has no obligations.