The brief supports the Plaintiff-Appellant by arguing that landlords must keep common areas (like hallways and shared spaces) safe and livable under the Oregon Residential Landlord Tenant Act (ORLTA). It claims the Court of Appeals' decision weakens these landlord responsibilities and doesn't align with the law's intent. OCJ urges the Court to reconsider its decision and uphold the ability of Oregon tenants to hold landlords responsible if they fail to maintain properties up to the standards set by ORLTA.