Little Dilla and Bad Well Water - Landlord Rant

[micro 0]

Well, turns out that we have found the source of Cecilia's illness which resulted in her hospitalization. The county health department came and tested the well water on the hunch that such a drastic illness could have come from the that source... the doctors were grasping at straws.

Well, my wife is on the phone w/ the health department now, the test results are in. The bacteria count is so high, it won't test any higher. Zero or a slight reading is normal. Also, ecoli is in the water as well. It is supposed to be zero.

Our landlord assured us when we moved in that the well water was good. We didn't even think of getting it tested, dummy us. We know better now. In the 3 months we've been in this house though, we've seen that this landlord sucks ass. He's very very slow at making repairs and only really cares about getting his fucking check, inspite of his professed faith and fervent Catholic devotion.

Thankfully, he's seen the light of reason and agreed to let us out of our lease. We've found a great house on 15.5 acres, good wells. We've already qualified for financing and everything. We're looking at other property too.

I'm sruggling w/ bigtime anger here... gotta keep it in check.

I miss Lee.
And JP.
And Chris. And...

[NWFlyer 2]

Wow... well, good you figured out the cause, but crappy that it was something that was so easily preventable by a decent landlord. Is there a housing authority you can at least report him to?

"There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke

[weegegirl 2]

well... and
what a dick your landlord is. but i am really happy that you know where the problem is coming from and have found a new, beautiful place to go.

yay!

[mailin 0]

Glad you found the source of the problem and can now avoid it.

If you don't mind my asking, I think you said you've moved to the PA area - whereabouts did you find the house? Hubby and I are in talks with a realtor in the harrisburg area as my work is looking to set up an office in the area. Hell of a lot more affordable than RI, plus I don't think you could find 15.5 acres of buildable land around here...


Jen

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[StreetScooby 5]

Wow, dude! Unbelievable.

We are all engines of karma

[micro 0]

actually, we live in Illinois... I work from home but I work for an Isreali pharmaceutical company whose North American headquarters is in a Philadelphia suberb.

I miss Lee.
And JP.
And Chris. And...

[shropshire 0]

How's the little one today?

(.)Y(.)
Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome

[micro 0]

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How's the little one today?

Thanks for asking! She's well. napping at the moment. Earlier today, a little fussy, usually when we have to gag her w/ nasty medicine, but it was so nice at other times to see her grinning and running around the house w/ her siblings.

the bad thing is, now we have to boil ALL of our water. can't bath in it, can't shower in it, can't wash our dishes in it, can't drink it, nothing. have to re-wash ALL our dishes in boiled water, you name it.

ah well... such is life... at least dilla is better and that, in the grand scheme of things, is all that really matters.

I miss Lee.
And JP.
And Chris. And...

[shropshire 0]

That's good.... amazing how resilient kiddies can be... Most of the stress is then on you, whic I can only guess, comes with the job.

Regards,

(.)Y(.)
Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome

[Bolas 5]

Don't give that landlord another dime. If you just sent him a check, cancel it.

Get out of that place now. Go to one of those multi room suite hotels. Having to boil water is ridiculous.

Look into the state and local renter/landlord laws. Examine your lease. Contact a lawyer (unfortunately necessary) Turn this person/company into an example. Contact the local TV stations, papers, etc. Don't let this happen to another family.

Glad things are better, but now is time for justice.

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[StreetScooby 5]

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Don't give that landlord another dime. If you just sent him a check, cancel it.

Absolutely right! He's clearly not keeping the property up, otherwise this would not have happened.

We are all engines of karma

[TheAnvil 0]

Dudes like that give landlords who actually care about their tenants a bad name.

Vinny the Anvil
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[SpeedRacer 1]

That sucks! Un-f*&king believable!

Well at least it is good to hear there was nothing more serious/permanent wrong with your little girl. It could have been worse.

But still, it seems to me that your landlord may be liable for the expense of a hotel room or something. I'm not a lawyer so I don't know.

Good Luck!

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[SkydiveStMarys 0]

Honestly?? This is his fault..he needs to do more then just let you out of your lease.....Who is to say this won't happen to the next renters?


Bobbi

A miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude.

[TMPattersonJr 0]

You oughta tell him he can help chip in on Dilla's medical bills since he lied about the well water.
I guess him letting you out of the lease is probably the least he could do for putting (be it directly or indirectly) you through this. Glad to hear that Dilla's problem can be cured, I don't think we could deal with much more bad news this week.But you finding anothe rplace to live is great news to hear!!!

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[tigra 0]

Bolas is right. You have legal recourse. Among other things, your landlord isn't LETTING you out of your lease. Unless he can cure the problem with the well in a reasonable timeframe, the lease isn't enforceable. And, the landlord should be paying your daughter's medical bills AND putting your family up in a hotel since he's unable to provide you with water. (This isn't a natural disaster where everyone needs to boil water!)

[SkydiveStMarys 0]

Yeah! yeah! yeah! What tigra said!! You go girl!! I would have said that, but I didn't want to poke Micro with a stick.He might hurt me.


Bobbi

A miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude.

[Michele 1]

Tigra is right front to back. And, I'd say, you have moving expenses (first, last, and costs for packing, moving, getting the new deposits for phone, tele, cable, et cetera) coming to you from him, as well. Add to that the time you have to take off to move your family from work, too.

Instead of getting angry, and believe me, I know you and understand where it's coming from, get control, and then negotiate the hell outta the situation. And, make sure he's reported to the proper authorities, as well (although the Health Department, or whomever tested the water) might do that.

Above all else, get a copy of the report from the water-tester people, and also get a medical letter saying that it was because of infected/dirty water that this happened. Your lease should have a statement from the landlord saying everything is fine and in working order, and list exclusions to what is not fine or in working order.

With those three documents, you've got him on the wall...so you should be able to recoup all expenses, including any out of pocket insurance costs, mileage, and so on.

Let me know if you need a letter written. me is no attorney, but I might be able to write a strong enough letter that could start the "negotiations...".

My love to everyone, and a special kiss to the Dilla Bean.

Ciels-
Michele

~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek
While our hearts lie bleeding?~

[Lindercles 0]

Kick his ass, sea bass!

[Guest 1010]

e-coli is dangerous, dangerous stuff. This pisses me off. Talk to a lawyer immediately - they should be able to tell you what/how to best document the facts of the situation. Landlord-guy may have criminal liability as well. (And yes if he knew about it ahead of time his ass belongs in jail.)

You can have it good, fast, or cheap: pick two.

[dgskydive 0]

It is never a good idea to drink well water from what I have seen.

At least in my experience.


I hope your child gets better soon!!!!!!!!!

Dom

[airtwardo 7]

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e-coli is dangerous, dangerous stuff. This pisses me off. Talk to a lawyer immediately - they should be able to tell you what/how to best document the facts of the situation. Landlord-guy may have criminal liability as well. (And yes if he knew about it ahead of time his ass belongs in jail.)

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That AND...have the heath dept. placard the well as unsafe for human use.

You're in Illinois micro?
Take the landlord SNIPE hunting...come back ALONE!

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[dgskydive 0]

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Landlord-guy may have criminal liability as well. (And yes if he knew about it ahead of time his ass belongs in jail.)

Been watching a lot of Peoples Court lately. If they didn't get it in writing that the water was safe, they will probably lose a court case.

I am not a lawyer......I just watch a lot of TV!!!!!

Dom

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It is never a good idea to drink well water from what I have seen.

LOL Now THAT made me laugh out loud Dom. I'm just guessing you live in the city? I grew up with a 200' well, the best water ever. Steady 42 degress all year around (burrr)!

You can have it good, fast, or cheap: pick two.

[ACMESkydiver 0]

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How's the little one today?

Thanks for asking!

"The's thuper! Thanks for asthking!"

Sorry had to insert that South Park humor in there...

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