What immidate action can be taken against a landlord that is trying to harass me out of house and home?

talk to a landlord/tenant attorney that is wise about foreclosures as well.

As a landlord, can I get an extension to report the security deposit refund past the 21 days required by CA?

No, don't go passed the 21 day period because it will just create more headaches for you. Just make estimates... and err on your side so you can...

No. They can't do that without lowering your rent.

My child was placed on a 72 hr hold now the dr wants to place a 14 day hold

i don't know a single thing about this area of law... but how old is your child? and why didn't you let the doctors take control of the situation...

In Lyles vs Sangadeo-Patel, does it also cover an illegal duplex that was returned to a legal SFH making it exempt from RSO?

you've answered yourself. why would RSO apply when you clearly state that the SFH is exempt from RSO.

Are a seller and/or broker liable for failing to disclose apartment building being built directly next to residential property?

in terms of what they must disclose... that depends on the agreement. speak with your agent about it. are they liable for anything? only...

I sublet my apartment and landlord is not giving me back my security deposit.

you were in the wrong for profiting off of your landlord's property. But that has nothing to do with a security deposit. You are entitled to an...

What is the process of filing a complaint against our neighbor (absentee landlord) due to colossal ficus taking over side yard?

you can sue your neighbor for trespass and/or nuisance. you can also try the administrative route.

the online information tends to be abbreviated. wait until you get the actual judgment from the court.

Can I enter into a "cash for keys agreement" with a tenant under the RSO?

both my colleagues hit it right on the head. If you're doing the cash for key so you can pay less than would be required under RSO... you're in...