Contracts

A Massachusetts landlord files a summary process (eviction) action in Housing Court. To prevail, the landlord must prove:

AOnly that the tenant has not paid rent
BLegal grounds for eviction (such as non-payment, lease violation, or end of tenancy) and proper procedural steps (notice)✓ Correct
CThat the property needs repairs
DThat the tenant has caused damage

Explanation

In a Massachusetts summary process action, the landlord must prove both substantive grounds for eviction and compliance with proper procedural requirements—including proper notice, correct parties, and legal grounds.

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