Landlords Win Miami Beach Lease Dispute Over Damages
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Case Background
This case unfolded in the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court in Miami-Dade County, Florida. Joanne Baker and Barry Baker, a married couple, owned a residential condo at 1330 West Avenue, Apartment 1410, in Miami Beach. They had rented the apartment to Alexandre Baumeige under a lease agreement. Over time, the landlord-tenant relationship broke down, leading to mutual accusations and eventually, a courtroom battle. The Bakers claimed the tenant had breached the lease. Baumeige countered with claims of unlawful eviction and mishandling of his security deposit.
Cause that led to the dispute
The dispute centered around the lease agreement. The Bakers alleged that Baumeige failed to pay rent and damaged their property during his tenancy. They stated that the damages were significant and beyond ordinary wear and tear. Baumeige argued that he had been unlawfully evicted from the premises. He claimed the Bakers had refused to return his security deposit, violating Florida Statute 83.49.
Injury
Joanne and Barry Baker claimed they had suffered financially because of Baumeige’s actions. They pointed to the cost of repairs to the unit and lost re
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