If you are covered by the City of Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance, the new owners do not have the right to significantly change the terms...

What can I do if my old employer hasn't given me my final check ?

Waiting time penalties accrue when you separate from your job. Your employer has to pay all wages the day you are terminated or within 3 days if...

Am I entitle to relocation fee

If you are resided in a dwelling covered by the City of Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance, you cannot be evicted for owner occupancy without...

I have found out the apartment I am living in is illegal what should I do?

If it is illegal and the owner is required to return it to its use as a storage room, then you will likely be entitled to substantial relocation...

Am I entitled to overtime pay?

Assuming you are not an exempt employee, you are entitled to overtime after working more than 40 hours in a week or 8 hours in a day. Your...

If I live in Los Angeles (Pasadena area) in an illegal rental unit but the house is not rent controlled, am I still entitled to

Yes. Landlords are required to pay households in good standing who are at or below 140% of the median income for Los Angeles County a relocation...

Suspended without pay after making multiple claims of discrimination and harassment

You should use Google, AVVO's Find A Lawyer Function or contact the local county bar association for a referral. Most employment lawyers provide...

What are the procedures for filing small claim court?

For information from the Los Angeles Superior Court on small claims procedures and online filing go...

What do I do?

You need to consult a lawyer immediately. You have potential fraud and conversion claims. There may be also statute of limitations issue, since...

What is the time frame that landlord needs to return the security deposit?

Under Civil Code 1950.5, the landlord may only make deductions from your security deposit for unpaid rent, cleaning and damages beyond normal wear...