Property Ownership
In Tennessee, a 'constructive eviction' occurs when:
AThe landlord physically removes the tenant
BThe landlord's failure to maintain habitable conditions forces the tenant to leave✓ Correct
CThe tenant is evicted by a court order
DThe tenant refuses to vacate after the lease expires
Explanation
Constructive eviction occurs when the landlord's breach of the duty to maintain habitable premises is so severe that the tenant is effectively forced to leave. The tenant may terminate the lease and seek damages.
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