"Legal trouble" refers to a situation where someone has broken the law or is facing legal issues that can potentially lead to legal consequences or problems such as getting arrested, going to court, or being fined.
Consider bankruptcy in the most troubling circumstances, like if you have zero income, your house is in foreclosure, or you're already in legal trouble for past due bills. (policygenius.com)
They'll tell you what's expected, so it's a good idea to check them out to avoid any kind of legal trouble in the future. (inc.com)
You might also need an attorney in case you get into legal trouble with a tenant. (crestcore.com)