This is question that is very context specific and depends on the factual nuances of the habitability issues/notice components/response by LL/etc....

In my opinion, you need legal guidance here. Some attorneys like myself can potentially offer more flexible payment options, but your question...

Are you saying that you do not have any harm but simply want money back? Even with illegal units, the landlord is still entitled to receive rent...

I have a one year lease that states rent is due by the 5th otherwise there's a $50 late charge.

They can give you that notice on the 5th as that is the end of the grace period per your lease. If you do not pay within that 3 day notice period,...

Yes, you would not pay court fees since they dismissed--you also have a fee waiver, so there wouldn't be court fees

Am I allowed to view my breathalyzer score during the traffic stop?

Officers are not required to give the BAC during the stop itself. In addition, the standard protocol is to wait 2 minutes and retest in order to...

Is my landlord responsible for water repair?

Given the technicalities that this question involves with the lease language, habitability laws, etc, I would recommend that you seek out more...

In CA, late fees must be tied to a reasonable estimate of expense caused to the landlord due to the late payment. Such fees must be stated in the...