Can company prohibit me from using my Paid Time Off?

PTO is a vested benefits, which you cannot be permanently barred from using. The employer may impose reasonable restrictions on use of PTO. If...

I've been evicted from an illegally converted garage. Should I appeal? Can I get my deposit back?

I agree with James Discroll's answer. You should immediately file a complaint with the Los Angeles Housing Department for rental of illegal...

Which defense is better when suing my ex-landlord in small claims for rent he demanded I pay on an illegal unit he rented to me?

I would raise both issues. Unfortunately, Long Beach does not have rent control, like the City of Los Angeles which prohibits the collection of...

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Who's fault hot water flooded from bathroom faucet bottom switch handle.

Under Civil Code 1941.1, the landlord is responsible for providing hot water and appropriate fixtures. Based upon the facts provided, it appears...

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Landlord not returning requests

As a practical matter, since you already informed the landlord of the problem and the landlord is ignoring you, the next step is you can inform the...

What is a landlords responsibility for safety of tenants and their personal property.

A landlord is only required to take reasonable precautions against known risks. For example, a landlord may be responsible for losses, when the...

I received (part of) my security deposit 32 days after moving. Am I legally entitled to the full amount because it was late?

If the landlord fails to comply with Civil Code 1950.5, the landlord is required to refund your entire deposit. Granberry v. Islay Investments...

In an accident - not my fault , i notified my insurance and was told my policy canceled. What do i do now?

In California , the insurance company has to give you written notice before canceling your policy. Ask your insurance agent to get you a copy of...

Should I give 60 days notice first or 3-day-notice for rent or quit? I plan to let them move out due to late payment issues.

Since the tenant is late, you should give a 3 day notice to quit or pay. Even if the City of Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO)...

Can a Landlord charge you late fees 1 day after rent is due, with no grace period?

California law does not require a grace period for rent. If it is late, the landlord can charge a reasonable late fee, if provided in the lease.