According to the Department of Consumer Affairs, The "repair and deduct" remedy allows a tenant to deduct money from the rent, up to the amount...

My landlord is trying to make me pay utilities that are already included in my rent. What do I do?

No. The landlord must require you to pay utilities in the lease otherwise he cannot change the terms until the fixed term (6 month) lease expires...

Can employee cut your pay?

Assuming your employment is at will, yes. Your employer may reduce your pay going forward or prospectively. You must have notice of the change...

If I get a 3 days notice but won't able move out until next month can I get force out?

The landlord still has to file an unlawful detainer. Once it is served, you have five (5) calendar days to answer. If you answer, the matter has...

Is a tenant liable for illegal use if the lease agreement permitted such use.

The landlord cannot permit by contract what the law prohibits.

Can I get additional money from at fault insurance company if my truck was hit in my driveway?

You can seek from the person who hit your truck, diminution in value. However, your insurance company is likely to seek recovery of that money for...

Can I take legal action against a roommate who refuses to pay her half of the deposit?

You can sue her in small claims court.

Your employer may be violating the Family Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act by retaliating against you for taking time off for...

Homeowner did not pay the last check to contractor

You may be able to file a mechanic lien on the property. For information on Mechanics Liens for the Contractor State Licensing Board go...

Do I have cause to get back pay from my employer?

If you were truly exempt as a manager, i.e. making at least 2 times the minimum wage and spending at least 51% of your time supervising other...