Security Deposit Litigation

Your security deposit is your money. Make sure you get it back.

AOS Law Firm represents tenants in disputes involving wrongfully withheld security deposits and improper landlord deductions.

We investigate the circumstances surrounding the deposit, examine the landlord's deductions and supporting documentation, and pursue the recovery our clients may be legally entitled to seek.

Security Deposit Disputes We Handle

A dispute may arise when a landlord:

  • Wrongfully withholds all or part of a security deposit

  • Charges for ordinary wear and tear

  • Claims pre-existing or unrelated damage

  • Makes unreasonable or unsupported deductions

  • Charges excessive amounts for repairs or cleaning

  • Fails to provide an adequate itemization or required documentation

  • Fails to timely return the remaining deposit

  • Refuses to return a deposit despite repeated requests

How We Handle These Cases

  1. REVIEW: We examine the lease, security deposit records, photographs, communications, and other available evidence.

  2. INVESTIGATE: We identify disputed deductions and evaluate the evidence supporting the landlord's claims.

  3. DEMAND & NEGOTIATE: When appropriate, we pursue recovery through a formal demand and negotiations.

  4. LITIGATE: When a fair resolution cannot be reached, we are prepared to pursue the claim through litigation.

Think Your Security Deposit Was Wrongfully Withheld?

Don't assume the landlord's deductions are correct.

AOS Law Firm can review the circumstances surrounding your security deposit and help you understand your legal options.

Contact AOS Law Firm to discuss your case.

AOS Law Firm, PC is working alongside Hogue & Belong in pursuing claims against Beverly Hills Properties. For additional information regarding the litigation and affected properties, please click here.

For Beverly Hills Properties’ official Civil Complaint, please click here.

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