Is a SFH converted into legal duplex after 1978 under rent control?

Your question is extremely complex and difficult to address without more facts. Since the house was built in 1926, it is safe to assume the...

As of January 1, 2013, fixed wage arrangements for non-exempt hourly employees were outlawed. Thus, if you are non-exempt you are entitled for...

Repeated leaks without timely repair resulted in health effects to mold. I was told it related to environment law , Is it true?

Unfortunately, serious injury is not enough to prove your claim. You will need to prove causation between the specific mold exposure, i.e. type of...

Can lease be voided by health inspector's findings?

While your tenant might be entitled to a rent reduction for the mice, it would have to be extremely serious to render the unit uninhabitable. ...

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Being discriminated against by temp agencies due to a felony charge on my record

An employer is permitted to consider a prior felony conviction in making employment decisions. As a practical matter, you should contact a...

Terminated by employer for not disclosing arrest record, even though this was not a question that was asked on the application

An employer can take an adverse employment action for any reason or no reason, except a prohibited reason such as discrimination based upon race,...

If the City Attorney is not moving your case forward, you can hire a knowledge landlord attorney to assist you. Unfortunately, Panorama City does...

What are some tactics an Attorney will use on someone In Pro Per?

Representing yourself is very risky, because you may have difficulty understanding the substantive law, like the elements of your claim and the...

Is my roommate able to sue me if I leave the lease early?

If you follow the procedures outlined below, you should be able to get out and leave your roommate solely responsible for the balance of the...

What are somethings that would legally make a lease invaild?

If the property is not registered, the landlord legally cannot collect rent under the City of Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance. Further,...