Landlord does not want to put my husband or son on our contract but is charging for my husband living here

Assuming your unit is covered by the City of Los Angeles Rent Stablization Ordinance (RSO), the landlord had no right to change the parking. ...

Can I sue my landlord for harassment and discrimination? or What else can i do?

File a complaint with the Los Angeles Housing Department, the landlord's action appear retaliatory and they can only raise the rent for the second...

IF I decide to pay relocation costs to 5 tenants living in my property under the RSO, do I pay each of them relocations costs?

If all 5 people living together under 1 lease, then there is only 1 relocation assistance amount based upon the highest of the 5. If there is more...

If you lived in the property less than 1 year, you are entitled to 30 days written notice. The 30 days start on the date the notice is posted. ...

Since Van Nuys is part of the City of Los Angeles, you may be protected by the City of Los Angeles Rent Stablization Ordinance (RSO). If so, then...

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Should I resign to my job or should I be seeking a termination by my employer?

If you resign, it will negatively affect your ability to seek unemployment benefits if the new agency does not hire you. As a practical matter,...

Playa Del Rey is part of the City of Los Angeles. You can report your concerns to the Los Angeles Housing Department...

In what case A Federal Court will grant a stay of Unlawful detainer proceedings in a lower court , i.e LASC?

While you can file an application in Federal Court to stay a state court proceeding, your chances of proceeding are very low. Federal courts do...

Can a manager/landlord increase my rent with late fees?

Since the dwelling is in the City of Los Angeles, the Rent Stablization Ordinance may apply, which limits the amount and timing of any rent...

Can you submit an amended answer on the day of the trial in UNLAWFUL DETAINER? Due to new facts?

You will need the Court's permission to amend your answer on the day of trial. If the other side agrees, the Court will probably allow it.