Can a landlord hold my deposit?

Under Civil Code 1950.5, the landlord is supposed to return your security deposit within 21 days of termination of the rental agreement. The...

Is $100 a legal late fee for $1,100 rent in Glendale, California?

Your landlord cannot deduct late fees from your security deposit. Under Civil Code 1950.5, the landlord is supposed to return your security...

Is it legal for employer to pay employee without using minimum wage?

No. It is illegal to pay you less than the minimum. You will be entitled the back wages going back four (4) years. You may be entitled to...

Friend lived in my garage, in Los Angeles, for 9 months, rent free. Do I need to pay a relocation fee to get him out?

You can try to evict your friend without paying relocation fees, but your friend can raise it as a defense. If the friend raises it as a defense,...

How to remove judgment on a tenant's record after a year?

You and tenant can file a stipulation to vacate the judgment.

I am renting out my property and receive rental income, can I still claim the mortgage deductions?

This is a tax question that you should address to your accountant.

I have been working at a company for over 12 years. What is considered a "good clause" contract? In regards to termination

Employees are at will, unless they is a contract or collective bargaining agreement that limits the employers rights to terminate the employee. ...

Can I lock my landlord out of the home???

First, you should report the landlord's misconduct to the Los Angeles Housing Department and the LAPD. Taking your food and applicances is theft. ...

Can a LL take legal action against tenant that already has an illegal eviction case open with Housing Dep. and is entitled for $

Assuming the Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance applies, then the landlord should not be able to evict you without paying relocation...

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Farewell email to colleagues after last day

You can always say goodbye to people and provide some contact information in a personal email sent from your own personal email account, if they...