Is is a requirement that before a civil trial 998 offer be made??

I would add that you should read up on 998 offers to fully understand your exposure. All the best.

It depends on what the employee’s specific claims are. California Labor Code Section 229 – which precludes enforcement of arbitration agreements...

What are the legal steps that must be taken when a 60 day is given and what can I fight this ?

Hello, it’s unfortunate that you’re being subjected to this kind of behavior by your landlord. You should contact a landlord-tenant lawyer in your...

What will happen with my unlawful detainer lawsuit? I gave 30 days notice, and already paid last month's rent, but am being sued

You’ve gotten sound advice from the other 2 lawyers before me. I’ll add the following: In California, not having a working heater is a per se...

Can I hire a lawyer to got to court to get my security deposit back?

First, you should not have to pay for extermination if the landlord has no proof that you caused the bug infestation. Also, you have not stated...

I was just served last night a summons/unlawful detainer-eviction, i do not want to go to court - what shall i do?

I don't think there's very much you can do short of paying your past due rent in full or negotiating with the landlord before the trial date. All...

Is there any penalty for a tenant lying to an officer to THE Los Angeles Housing Department, in order to further a complaint?

Other than letting the LAHD officer know about the tenant's misrepresentation I do not think there's much you can do.

Need to know time laws regarding Notice to Vacate, i.e., first day can legally upon tenants, do week ends count as days of the 5

Yes, that is correct. The 5 days includes Saturday and Sunday.

Can the owner of the property make me and my housemates give tours of our place to the people who will replace us next year?

You have absolutely no obligation to show the unit to prospective tenants. Why should your work for free? Your landlord should know that.

Can I be compensated for the amount of time we had to live with a leaky roof?

Aside from the inconvenience what are your damages? Were any of your personal belongings ruined as a result of the leak or the roach infestation?...