use and occupation

Definition of "use and occupation"
  1. A situation that involves a property owner's quest for financial recompense due to another party's use or habitation of their land or building, particularly when a tenant continues to stay even after their lease agreement has ended
How to use "use and occupation" in a sentence
  1. The landlord initiated a use and occupation case against his renters who refused to leave after their lease ended.
  2. In the case of use and occupation, the property owner can legally demand financial compensation for unauthorized usage of their property.
  3. Failing to vacate a property after the expiry of the lease can result in the owner filing for use and occupation.

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