Is tenant allowed to file a counter claim in an unlawful detainer

of course. Your "eviction" complaint is nothing more than ALLEGATIONS. YOU claim (allege) that he is not a "tenant," and YOU say (allege)...

Can the owner change the locks without providing me a key? Can she pack up my food and cooking items?

I agree with my colleague; no she can't - and yes, you could put a lock on the door (although I'm sure she would hold you liable for any damage),...

Can I clear my title so I can sell my property?

Not at all likely, but it depends on a few facts not stated in your post. In any event this is a question for the real estate lawyer you (so...

Is a roommate entitled to keep the deposits from a roommate that moved out whose place she took in the house?

Not sure why C feels she deserves B's deposits after she signed her own (new) lease, that makes ZERO sense; but in any event, IMHO, = NO Hope...

Legal to back date fiscal year 6 months, expect payment for months already paid?

Without any contract, it's impossible to tell on line if its enforceable (i..e., but it's' not "illegal"). But the $120 is certainly FAR LESS than...

What do I need to do now that one of my two tenants have broken their lease?

Impossible to know for sure here on line - but in GENERAL -the letter is essentially meaningless, w/o effect or consequence; the text message as...

Landlord just sent back 6 months of rent money orders saying they were "partial payments" and a pay or quit notice.

I agree; either get the money stated on the 3 day notice to the LL before time expires; or get a good tenats lawyer FAST (before then). There's...

Your facts are a bit confusing; do you mean a construction lien for SERVICES rendered by someone using heavy machinery, or a lien ON heavy...

More facts would be necessary to be sure, but generally, yes. Now, say, if you were being unlawfully discriminated against, perhaps; but there's no...

Your best bet is to ask nicely (as my mom always said, "you can get more flies with honey then you can with vinegar."). Beyond that, there's not...