What is the difference between an assignment and a sublease with regard to unpaid rent?

A) In an assignment, both the assignee and assignor are liable to the landlord for failure to pay rent. With a sublease, only the original tenant is liable to the landlord.
B) Unlike a sublease, only the original tenant is liable in an assignment.
C) Unlike an assignment, both the lessee and sublessee are liable in a sublease.
D) A landlord can sue in an assignment situation, but not in a sublease situation.
E) There is no difference between an assignment and a sublease with regard to unpaid rent.

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Nagaharsha Vardhan · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  In an assignment, the assignee takes over the lease agreement from the original tenant (assignor), making both potentially liable to the landlord for unpaid rent. In a sublease, the original tenant remains primarily liable to the landlord, as they retain their legal relationship with the landlord, while the sublessee does not have a direct legal relationship with the landlord.

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