Can they start eviction

Yes. Time depends on how efficient Landlord is and is typically 30 days or less from your first notice.

It doesn't appear you have a valid claim for slander nor does it appear that a restraining order is warranted. That being said, you're clearly...

Curious question, what about tenant threats

Landlord needs to evict tenants and bring his units up to code.

With 50 / 50 custody can my ex sign over medical and power of attorney of our 5 year old to his parent's without my consent ?

The Court is not likely to agree to that plan and no your ex cannot unilaterally change the parenting plan without first petitioning the Court to...

Can I turn off utilities when lease ends?

Mr. Chen is correct. Do not turn utilities off until unit is inspected and vacated.

Is a landlord allowed to KNOWINGLY rent to criminals?

Your Landlord is free to rent to whomever he/she pleases but typically Landlords do checks and rent to people less likely to damage property and to...

My friend had a car accident & died & his common-law wife's family is making his 95 y/o mother move from the home given to her

Your friend's wife should hire a probate attorney because the home is likely part of the estate.

If an apartment is rented as " washer / dryer " on site , and they break is MG MT required to fix it , and how long must I wait

Shouldn't have to wait more than a reasonable amount of time. Maybe a week or two. Document multiple attempts together mgr to repair than notify...

Does auto insurance carrier automatically do the reporting on DIV after an accident in CA ?

You're going to need to report it yourself and the documents are likely available online.

What can i do?

Call your insurance carrier and let them handle it because it looks like the accident is your fault.