Late Rent Payments: If a tenant is late on rent payments, it can result in several legal issues. A landlord may be able to evict a tenant for failure to pay rent, and the tenant may be liable for court costs and attorney’s fees. Damage to Property: If a tenant damages a property the landlord owns, the landlord has the right to sue for damages. Sometimes, the tenant may be liable for repairing or replacing the property. Failure to Vacate: When a lease agreement expires or is terminated, the tenant is expected to vacate the property. If a tenant fails to do so, the landlord may be able to file an eviction proceeding.