What happens in the event of a breach of the lease agreement?

In the event of a breach of the lease agreement in Washington, the steps taken by the landlord or tenant will depend on the particular circumstances. Generally, a breach of the lease can be either a material (meaning important) breach or a minor breach. For a material breach, one party (the landlord or tenant) can legally terminate the lease and ask the other party to move out. The landlord or tenant can also seek damages (compensation) for losses due to the breach. The other party may be required to pay the other side back for rent, late fees, court costs, and other related costs that were a direct result of the breach. If the breach was minor, a landlord or tenant may give the other party the opportunity to remedy the breach. This means the party in breach can fix the problem and continue on with their obligations under the lease agreement. In either case, it is always a good idea to consult a lawyer if there is any question or dispute as to whether a party is in breach of their lease. Ultimately, the courts have the final say as to whether a breach has occurred and what the consequences will be.

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