Getting rental deposit back

Under Civil Code 1950.5, the landlord is supposed to return your security deposit within 21 days of termination of the rental agreement and provide...

If you are concerned, you should contact the Department of Building and Safety and they will give you direction on what is required. I do not...

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California. What is car owner's liability. Car in Dad's name. Adult child causes accident. Adult child carries 15/30/5k insuranc

Limitation of Liability of Owner, Bailee or Representative 17151. (a) The liability of an owner, bailee of an owner, or personal...

Landlord suggests he would pay me to move out. What is a fair payoff amount ? How are such fees determined legally?

You should contact the Santa Monica Rent Control Board and find out the required relocation assistance payment, if the landlord was taking the unit...

Bed bugs

The landlord is responsible for removing vermin.

When I go in for my unlawful detainer next week can I ask for some financial funds?

You may be able to recover legal fees and court costs, if you prevail in the unlawful detainer. However, you would need to file a separate action...

State agencies usually have policy forbidding nepotism, though there is no California or federal law prohibiting nepotism by private employers. ...

If I move into an apartment, can I be evicted later if the landlord discovers I have two petty theft convictions?

If the lease prohibits subletting, then the landlord can probably evict you regardless of your prior convictions. It would not be unlawful...

In Los Angeles city, can an eviction for non-payment be accelerated with evidence of elder abuse against the landlord?

First, if there are potentially serious threats of physical harm, call the police. Second, if there are serious threats of violence, the landlord...

Can a company with hold your pay because you have not signed the Non-disclosure agreement yet ?

Absolutely not. The company cannot withhold your pay. However, if you are an at will employee, the company can terminate you.