My landlord refused to give back my security depot after I moved out. Can I get my money back?

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

Can I work while hospitalized?

You can and should ask for a reasonable accomodation for your condition. You do not need to disclose your condition, but you may need a doctor's...

Do I have case against apt. owner who said a covered parkingspace would be mine but after signing lease gave me uncovered space?

You may have a right to rent reduction based on a reduction in services. You should contact the Los Angeles Housing + Community Investment...

Fired from my job for refusing to do a dangerous job.

First, safety first. You made a good decision to protect yourself, if you felt endangered. Second, if the situation was a violation of an OSHA...

Can i claim the difference in pay if i was hired PT (30hrs only) but Actually worked FT (40hrs)?

If your contract says that you would be paid $21.00 per hour after 30 hours per week, then you should ask your employer for the unpaid wages. If...

Can I sue my landlord for back rent from an illegal unit I've rented for over two years?

If the unit is in the City of Los Angeles, you may be entitled to relocation assistance and disgorgement of the illegally collected rent. See you...

CAN I DO AN OWNER OCCUPIED EVICTION IF MY TENANT HAS A LEASE?

Unless your tenant fails to pay the rent or otherwise breaches the lease, you cannot simply terminate the lease. You will have to make a deal with...

I filed a wage claim at DLSE, do I have to stay working with my employer now who violated the law or can quit now?

If you claim is merely for non-payment of wages, quitting should not harm your claim. Moreover, after you quit, your employer must pay you all...

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

No. You cannot extend the time. However, you can deduct a reasonable estimate of the remaining repair costs. Ultimately, if you overestimate,...

Can Claim or issue preclusion be applied in a unlawful detainer of a multifamily building?

First, your counsel knows the facts and law surrounding your case, you should ask your counsel. Second, Res Judicata is a legal doctrine...