Silver Spring Fair Housing Attorneys 

Protecting Tenants’ Rights Throughout Maryland

Have you been denied housing by a landlord for unfair or discriminatory reasons? You may have the right to file a fair housing discrimination claim. Understanding Maryland’s fair housing laws is essential for protecting your rights, and with guidance from a Silver Spring fair housing lawyer at Emejuru Law, you can take action and pursue the justice you deserve.

Standing Up Against Housing Discrimination in Maryland

At Emejuru Law, we fight for tenants who have experienced unlawful housing discrimination. Our team takes a client-first approach, creating a strategy tailored to your unique circumstances and working toward the best possible resolution for your claim.

Your Rights Under Maryland Fair Housing Law

Maryland law prohibits landlords from discriminating against tenants based on factors such as race, religion, sex, disability, familial status, and national origin. Importantly, landlords also cannot reject tenants simply because they use Section 8 housing vouchers. Refusing to accept these vouchers or claiming they are not set up to do so is a violation of state law.

In addition to federal protections, the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights extends fair housing rights regardless of:

• Race or color 
• Religion 
• Sex, marital status, or familial status 
• National origin 
• Sexual orientation or gender identity 
• Disability 
• Source of income (including housing vouchers) 
• Military status

However, landlords may deny housing to tenants who pose a direct threat to the health, safety, or property of others.

If you are unsure about your protections, our attorneys at Emejuru Law can walk you through your rights, review your situation, and explain whether your case qualifies as unlawful housing discrimination.

Filing a Fair Housing Complaint

Even with strong laws in place, some landlords attempt to disguise discrimination behind other reasons for denial. You may notice discriminatory language in advertisements, or you may have been asked inappropriate questions during the application process.

If you believe you were discriminated against, you can file a complaint with the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights. This must be done within one year of the alleged violation. Our attorneys can guide you through the complaint process, gather evidence, and advocate for your rights.

Potential Remedies for Housing Discrimination

If your complaint is found valid, the Commission may help resolve your case. You also have the option to file a lawsuit in state court. Depending on the circumstances, you may be entitled to:

• Compensation for financial losses
• Punitive damages
• Attorney’s fees
• Other remedies ordered by the court

At Emejuru Law, we will pursue every available avenue to secure the relief you need and deserve.

Speak With a Silver Spring Housing Discrimination Lawyer Today

If you have been denied housing due to discrimination, do not wait to get help. At Emejuru Law, we are committed to protecting tenant rights and holding landlords accountable for illegal practices.

Call us today at (240) 607-5552 or contact us online to schedule a confidential consultation with a Silver Spring fair housing attorney.