Former roommate suing for security deposit
3 years ago I co-signed a 2 year lease on a house. I planned to share the house with another single mother. We each have one child.
It was a disaster. We moved in 6 weeks after she and her daughter moved in. The first night my 6 year old and I slept there, she and her teenage daughter had a screaming fight. That was just the beginning. The adult roommate kicked furniture, threw food, broke ceramics. She was sullen and rude. She hid bills, threatened me and scared my son. The situation was intolerable.
Finally, after 8 months, we moved out. I offered to help her find a tenant, but she wouldn't speak to me. I discussed the situation with the owner of the house, who reluctantly agreed with my decision.
Now, over 2.5 years later, the roommate is suing me for utilities, and 2 mo. Security deposits,
Coming to $3,000. It's true, I broke an agreement. But I gave one month's notice and paid a full month's rent after moving out. Do I have any recourse? I spoke to an attorney who said that basically, I'm going to lose.
Thank you. The court date is Monday, so if anyone has an opinion, I'd be grateful to hear it!