Can landlord keep security deposit to replace carpet?

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

I haven't paid January's rent and got a three day pay or leave notice. What are my options?

1) Try to work out a move out agreement with your landlord in writing. 2) Wait and see if the landlord files an unlawful detainer and try to...

How many times can a landlord file an unlawful detainer against the tenants?

Yes. You can file a subsequent unlawful detainer for a different reason.

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Right of Former Part-Time Employee to Payroll Records

Part time employees have the same rights as full time employees to payroll employees.

You apply for unemployment, you have a lot to gain and little to lose.

I have eviction judgment & owe. My 17 yr. old girl's daughter was on lease-didn't sign. Owner is going at us both. Help please.

I agree with Mr. Discoll. I would like to add your daugher may able to disaffirm the contract as a minor, so she will not be held responsible. ...

Is there a way to speed up an eviction when landlords are being harassed?

Safety first, file a police report based upon the threats. In addition, you can seek a civil harassment restraining order to prevent the tenants...

Can a home-owner take a security deposit without consent and apply that to money owed in an eviction judgment? Please help.

If the judgment was for unpaid rent, cleaning or repair of damage beyond normal wear and tear, then the landlord can apply your security deposit as...

Is it a DAY NOTICE TO CURE OR QUIT I use to get my tenant to give me a set of the key to the SFD I own and they are living in?

You can certainly start with a 3 Day Notice to Cure or Quit. Failure to provide a set of keys is likely a material breach of the lease and a...

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What if I have people living in my property and there is no lease agreement?

Yes. Even if there is no written lease, there can be oral agreement to allow them to use the property. Thus, you can give them a notice to cure...

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