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I was told that my employment was terminated AFTER the termination date.

Brad's answer | Answered on August 01, 2014

I agree that you are entitled to reporting pay for the day you were laid off. Further, you may be entitled to pay under California and the Federal...

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My unit in a LARSO apartment building is being remodeled. The landlord wants me out. Am I entitled to relocation assistance?

Brad's answer | Answered on August 01, 2014

First, your landlord may not be entitled to evict you simply to remodel the unit without allowing you to return when the remodel is complete. ...

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Do I still have to pay my rent if landlord (company) is violating the terms of my lease?

Brad's answer | Answered on July 31, 2014

If your name is on the lease, your boyfriend's purported comment does not take away your standing. You can file a complaint with the Los Angeles...

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My son is in desperate need of an pro bono attorney on 3 stolen scripts of shows that are currently running.

Brad's answer | Answered on July 31, 2014

I think you are looking for a contingency lawyer, who works for a percentage of the recovery. Pro Bono typically means free. Use Google, AVVO's...

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What are my tenant rights in a rent control apartment when the landlord sends 30 day notice to remove all items from garage

Brad's answer | Answered on July 31, 2014

You should file a complaint with the Los Angeles Housing Department at: http://lahd.lacity.org/lahdinternet/ If you are living in an illegal...

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Am I entitled to relocation assistance when owner of property is attempting to sell property to demolish and build apts/condos?

Brad's answer | Answered on July 30, 2014

Under the RSO, you should be entitled to relocation assistance if the owner is demolishing the property. If you leave, you will waive your right...

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What to do if I was fired for sexual orientation?

Brad's answer | Answered on July 30, 2014

You may have a claim for discrimination and wrongful termination. Typically, the biggest hurdle is the proof that the employer's conduct was...

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Is there a such thing as a non-refundable security deposit?

Brad's answer | Answered on July 30, 2014

Under Civil Code 1950.5, non-refundable security deposits are illegal in California.

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I sued my landlord and was illegally evicted in return while out of the country. My attorney isn't responding. What can I do?

Brad's answer | Answered on July 30, 2014

If your attorney is not responding, you need to hire a new attorney. You can find one using Google, AVVO's find a lawyer function or contact the...

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In CA, if a person works for room & board in lieu of salary but the house gets sold, what are there rights?

Brad's answer | Answered on July 29, 2014

First, even assuming the City of Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance ordinance applies, your rights are very limited, because your housing is...

Brad S Kane's Answers (6897)

I was told that my employment was terminated AFTER the termination date.

My unit in a LARSO apartment building is being remodeled. The landlord wants me out. Am I entitled to relocation assistance?

Do I still have to pay my rent if landlord (company) is violating the terms of my lease?

My son is in desperate need of an pro bono attorney on 3 stolen scripts of shows that are currently running.

What are my tenant rights in a rent control apartment when the landlord sends 30 day notice to remove all items from garage

Am I entitled to relocation assistance when owner of property is attempting to sell property to demolish and build apts/condos?

What to do if I was fired for sexual orientation?

Is there a such thing as a non-refundable security deposit?

I sued my landlord and was illegally evicted in return while out of the country. My attorney isn't responding. What can I do?

In CA, if a person works for room & board in lieu of salary but the house gets sold, what are there rights?