Commercial landlord threatens to raise rent when fixes are made. Is this legal?

Unfortunately, commercial tenants have far less rights than residential tenants. Most commercial tenant rights are a matter of contract. Since...

Hopefully, confirmed that the contractor was properly licensed, bonded and insured before you hired them. Licensed contractor's often have...

I have a signed teaching contract for 2013-14 My employer wants me to sign a new one there is an error in my favor. Must I ?

Your employer cannot legally require your to sign a new employment contract under threat of not paying you or terminating you. However, when your...

Can I stop my landlord from coming into my apartment even with a notice?

Under Civil Code 1954, your landlord has the right to enter your apartment upon 24 hours notice to make repairs, show the unit to prospective...

I'm a low income family of five. my husband is the only one that works right now. we are aware that we owe back rent,got serve

The California Court provide a lot of useful information for tenants and landlords, guides, legal aid information and forms...

I'm not sure what type of lawyer I should look for. I'm a chef, and I am making a deal with an investor to start a restaurant.

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Received rating. I want to settle my case not sure if I want to Stips or C&R. What do I need to do?

I will update the practice area, so you can hear from attorneys experienced in Workers Compensation and Personal Injury,

Why does the unemployment benefits application require revealing employment "payments" in lieu of three months notice?

I completely agree with Mr. Pederson. You need to fully disclose. The information is required to determine your eligibility for benefits.

My tenant's one year lease is coming to an end in three months. I do not plan on renewing their lease.

The chances of a tenant being able to successfully claim retaliation based upon their claim for rent abatement for loss of air condition is very...

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My tenant installed chain door locks to my beautiful wood doors. This was done in violation of their lease.

You are probably on good grounds replacing the damaged door, if it is truly damaged or disfigured, with funds from the security deposit, but take...