Room Renting Law

[Emickey]

What are the laws regarding renting a room in my home without a lease? I recently rented a room in my home to a family member. The entire time that they were there, they were responsible for paying the utilities and buy their groceries. They paid on a sporadic basis and I didn't want to kick them out because they had an infant and I knew they would be homeless. They left the home and moved into their own place leaving me with tons of bills. What are my choices?

 

[Zigner]

What are the laws regarding renting a room in my home without a lease? I recently rented a room in my home to a family member. The entire time that they were there, they were responsible for paying the utilities and buy their groceries. They paid on a sporadic basis and I didn't want to kick them out because they had an infant and I knew they would be homeless. They left the home and moved into their own place leaving me with tons of bills. What are my choices?

US Law Only -

ASSuming you are in the US, I'd have to say sue the bad person in small claims court for what you feel you are owed. I hope you can prove it...