It's been 37 days since I moved out and have yet to receive my deposit what can I do?

Look up California Civil Code section 1950.5 which addresses the security deposit issue, refund, etc. The bottomline is the landlord or the...

My landlord dropped a 60 day eviction notice a week before Federal CARES Act. Can she take action during moratorium period?

You are not required to move by May 5th because the attempt to have you move is based on non-payment of rent. Brentwood is in Los Angeles County....

Am I considered a lodger or a tenant in the state of California?

First and foremost, you are a tenant and you have rights even if you’re renting rooms in a single family home. Your landlord seems to be breaking...

Can my landlord serve me a 3 day notice when he will not be able to take my calls and he knew I was reducing my rent

I do not completely understand your comment about the landlord not being able to take your calls and "he knew [you] were reducing [your] rent." In...

My landlord is trying to evict me. He is going to other tenants to document times and dates on any kind of noise and anything?

Is your residence an apartment complex? How many units? Rent controlled? Single family home? Any repairs needed? How old are you? Are the adults...

Can I sue my landlord to refund my rent for an illegal dwelling after an eviction?

You may still be able to sue your former landlord for breach of the warranties of habitability/quiet enjoyment, and for renting an illegal dwelling...

I respectfully disagree with the preceding response. Retaliation occurs when an employer punishes an employee for engaging in legally...

Can my landlord evict me if my rent is payed up(current) [location: Los Angeles County, California, USA]?

It is true that you should strive to pay your rent on time. However, whether or not you live in a single family home, you nonetheless have rights...

I also suggest that in addition to filing a complaint with the local code enforcement agency, you write a letter to the landlord informing them...

Los Angeles roommate/ sublet just broke her lease. What next?

Your roommate is obligated to do things the right way. You may have to sue her in small claims for the balance of the lease term after making...