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Thanks for your question. You can file in small claims here. I think you make the argument that the landlord or employees were the only folks with access here. You certainly have this clause to overcome but at least you have a shot in small claims.

You argue that they maintain the locks, that there was no sign of forced entry, and that you were not at fault, etc. I can't tell you that you will win but often when you have a suit like this pending they offer you at least nuisance value to settle. This woudl allow you to salvage at least a portion of your loss here. I wish you good luck..

 

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