How Does The Coronavirus Affect Evictions In

How Does The Coronavirus Affect Evictions In

For many Americans, the coronavirus feels similar to the 2008 financial crisis, an event that impacted our society and economy in lasting ways. A common concern for most Americans is being able to pay their rent and if they will have to face eviction lawsuits in their present future. There have been many proposals to stop evictions in Los Angeles County but nothing has been set in stone yet.

The Los Angeles Times reported on March 23, 2020: "The FHFA announced earlier this month that Fannie and Freddie would provide payment forbearance for single-family residences provided that borrowers could demonstrate financial hardship from the spread of the novel coronavirus. Such forbearance could allow monthly mortgage payments to be suspended for as long as a year."

Mayor Eric Garcetti announced on March 15, 2020, a Temporary Moratorium to offer relief for evictions for those who are unable to pay rent due to COVID-19. The circumstances include:

1. Loss of income due to workplace closure or reduced hours due to COVID-19
2. Loss of income or child care expenditures due to school closures
3. Health care expenditures stemming from COVID-19 infection of the tenant or a member of the tenants household who is ill with COVID-19
4. Reasonable expenditures stemming from government ordered emergency measures.

Source: https://hcidla.lacity.org

However, the temporary moratorium does not prevent landlords from starting an eviction lawsuit against tenants. If you receive an eviction notice or a "notice to pay rent or quit" contact an attorney immediately.

When you receive an eviction notice it is the beginning of the legal process and hiring an attorney will help you make the best decisions during this process.