Questions answered by Dan Babak Yakobian

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Do I have a valid small claims court case? I believe our previous landlord violated 7 subsections of 1950.5. Details below.

Dan's answer | Answered on March 24, 2015

If the landlord has returned your security deposit in full (or almost in full), it might not be worth going to small claims court. What other...

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Can I get fired if company can't accommodate doctor restrictions due to my disability?

Dan's answer | Answered on March 24, 2015

An employer must accommodate a disability unless it causes an "undue hardship." You should consult an employment law attorney and have him/her...

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I been on my job since 2000 and in 2007 i was diagnosed with chronic leukemia and in 2009 i had to start chemotherapy and i had

Dan's answer | Answered on March 23, 2015

I'm not sure what your question is. Also, use punctuation when posting as it makes it easier to understand.

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Is it employment discrimination If employer fires victim after reporting sexual harassment & then later promotes the harasser?

Dan's answer | Answered on March 23, 2015

What you are describing is employment retaliation and not discrimination. I suggest that you speak with an employment law attorney and have him/her...

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I rented my home when I moved for a job that ended prematurely. Can I end my tenant's lease early so I can move back?

Dan's answer | Answered on March 23, 2015

Unfortunately, your personal circumstances do not play a role in the lease agreement that you signed with your tenants. You should wait until the...

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Landlord claims illegitimate and legitimate deductions from deposit: Proof she acted in bad faith?

Dan's answer | Answered on March 23, 2015

The "bad faith" standard is not an easy one to prove and judges do not regularly award bad faith damages. Additionally, it is very difficult to...

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Hi - Is it better to evict a tenant not paying rent or post a 60-day notice to move?

Dan's answer | Answered on March 21, 2015

Serving a 60 day notice could be ineffective because the tenant can simply ignore the notice and refuse to move out. Your best option is probably...

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Is it legal for a landlord in California to charge back fees for late rental payments AFTER the tenant has vacated?

Dan's answer | Answered on March 21, 2015

Landlords will often try to do this but they are not allowed to. A small claims judge would agree. However, I suggest trying to work it out with...

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Running the business of a law office

Dan's answer | Answered on March 19, 2015

If you are not an attorney running a law office, that is the unauthorized practice of law, which is a criminal offense. However, attorneys can...

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Under what circumstances may my landlord keep my security deposit?

Dan's answer | Answered on March 19, 2015

In California, landlords are allowed to withhold a security deposit for the following reasons: 1. For unpaid rent 2. For cleaning the rental...

Dan Babak Yakobian's Answers (185)

Do I have a valid small claims court case? I believe our previous landlord violated 7 subsections of 1950.5. Details below.

Can I get fired if company can't accommodate doctor restrictions due to my disability?

I been on my job since 2000 and in 2007 i was diagnosed with chronic leukemia and in 2009 i had to start chemotherapy and i had

Is it employment discrimination If employer fires victim after reporting sexual harassment & then later promotes the harasser?

I rented my home when I moved for a job that ended prematurely. Can I end my tenant's lease early so I can move back?

Landlord claims illegitimate and legitimate deductions from deposit: Proof she acted in bad faith?

Hi - Is it better to evict a tenant not paying rent or post a 60-day notice to move?

Is it legal for a landlord in California to charge back fees for late rental payments AFTER the tenant has vacated?

Running the business of a law office

Under what circumstances may my landlord keep my security deposit?