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DRAFT FOR ATTORNEY REVIEW — NOT FINAL

Queen v. Postell, 513 A.2d 812 (1986)

Citation
Queen v. Postell, 513 A.2d 812 (1986)
Parent Document
Queen v. Postell, 513 A.2d 812 (1986)
Jurisdiction
DC (municipal)
Effective Date
1986-08-05

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Now, as to the claim for a wrongful eviction. A tort is a personal wrong committed by one person against another as opposed to a crime where the wrong is committed against the State. In this jurisdiction, the wrongful eviction of a tenant by a landlord is a tort and entitles the tenant to sue the landlord. In deciding the plaintiffs’ claim for wrongful eviction, you should determine whether the eviction violated an alleged compromise or settlement concerning any outstanding balance on the plaintiffs’ account.