My rental lease has an option to renew for a set price for another year. Can the landlord decide not to honor my option?

Even assuming there was no option for a second year, if the unit is under the City of Los Angeles Rent Stablization Ordinance, the landlord can...

I quit my season retail job because problems with my health. No notice because it was serious. Haven't received my pay, help?

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...

Lease is month to month. Renting suite for business if they want to terminate lease they have to go through proper channels ?

On a month to month commerical lease, the landlord needs to give you a 30 day notice before filing an unlawful detainer. The landlord cannot...

IN NOVEMBER SECOND AT THE MORNING I HAVE THE SHOWER BROKEN. IT IS ALREADY ONE MONTH THE OWNER TOOK ONLY THE CARPET NOTHING DO

If you refuse to pay your rent, you risk eviction. You can only use the repair and deduct remedy, you must give the landlord written notice of...

Any penalties for not obtaining my driver's California license after 1 year of becoming a resident?

You are required to apply for a license within 90 days of relocating to California. You can be ticket for being unlicensed driver and tickets can...

Roches and other stuff

You can file a free complaint online with the Los Angeles Housing + Community Development Department at: http://lahd.lacity.org/lahdinternet/

I was injuries in 2012 and was allowed to get treatment but my supervisor would harass me resulting in a stress leave can I sue?

Anyone can sue for anything, but it does not mean you will win. I wish to share 2 observations. First, your statutory claims may be barred by a...

Our landlord is trying to shut off the water to avoid paying for repairs - what is my recourse?

Your landlord is responsible for supplying you with water. If your landlord is attempting to force you to vacate your unit by turning off your ...

You can report the employer to EDD at: http://www.edd.ca.gov/Payroll_Taxes/Underground_Economy_Operations.htm You can also report the...

I am on a month to month lease in San Pedro California. What rights do I have as a renter when the unit I am renting is sold?

San Pedro is part of the City of Los Angeles. As a result, you may be protected by the City of Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO). To...