Apartment

Denver Apartment Residents File Class Action Lawsuit Alleging Safety Breaches and Hidden Fees at Civic Lofts

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Denver, CO – Residents at the Civic Lofts in Denver have initiated a class action lawsuit against their apartment complex, citing multiple safety concerns and alleged deceptive practices. This legal action has highlighted ongoing issues, not just in their building but potentially affecting other renters city-wide. The suit, still in its preliminary phase, confronts a variety of grievances including elevator malfunctions that have endangered residents. Alexandria Zavala, a tenant, described a harrowing experience where she was trapped in a malfunctioning elevator that suddenly ceased moving and began to drop. She recalled, “It stopped on the … Read more

Albuquerque Apartment Manager Barred for Life After Settlement in Harassment Case

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A group of nine women have reached a settlement in a lawsuit against their former property manager, accused of sexual harassment in an Albuquerque apartment complex, officials confirmed. The dispute centers around allegations that the manager of St. Anthony Plaza Apartments, located in the northwest region of the city, engaged in inappropriate behavior ranging from invasive comments to unwelcome physical advances over a span of more than a decade. The legal action brought to light claims that Ariel Solis Veleta, who oversaw the apartment complex, exploited his role by harassing female tenants … Read more

Nevada Jury Awards $6.6 Million to Family for Health Damages in Mold-Infested Apartment

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Las Vegas, Nevada – In a significant legal decision, the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada has awarded $6.6 million to a family who suffered severe health problems due to toxic mold in their apartment. The verdict came against Anza Management, a property management firm based in Newport Beach, California, which was found liable for multiple counts including negligence and breach of habitability. The case centered around a mother and her two children who resided at the Las Palomas Apartments, managed by Anza Management. They moved into the apartment complex in August 2019 and within … Read more

Anchorage Jury Convicts Tenant of Murdering Apartment Manager Over Lease Dispute

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Anchorage, Alaska – A local man was found guilty Thursday of murdering the manager of the apartment complex where he resided, following a dispute over his lease renewal. After a weeklong trial, Jesse Lee Jones, 28, faced convictions on several counts including first-degree murder, second-degree murder, assault, and tampering with physical evidence. The victim, Josiah Goecker, 34, managed the Alpine Apartments in Anchorage, where Jones was a tenant. The conflict arose when Jones discovered a notice on his door indicating that his lease would not be renewed. Prosecutors shared that this incited Jones to confront … Read more