An employer may sue you for lots of things, but your employer should not have a viable claim against you for filing an unsuccessful claim with the...

Was what happened to me a bait-and-switch, and can I be released from my current leasing obligations?

I suggest you immediately file a complaint with the Los Angeles Department of Housing. http://lahd.lacity.org/lahdinternet/

Friend of my cousin owed him money, my cousin wanted first to talk to her before she released her personal things.

You should release the friend of your cousin's personal property immediately. Otherwise, you are exposing yourself to liability for conversion of...

In CA my left the home we still have 1 1/2 an our lease but i only sign the lease agreement is she still responsible for 1/2

You should promptly consult an attorney knowledgeable about family law. There are important issues outside the normal scope of landlord tenant law.

Is it possible for a tenant to request an amendment to one of the terms on a one year lease agreement?

The landlord is under no legal obligation to change the terms of an already executed lease. However, there is usually no harm in asking the...

Is it possible for a tenant to request an amendment to one of the terms on a one year lease agreement?

I agree that the landlord is under no legal obligation to change the terms of an already executed lease. However, there is usually no harm in...

Don't you have to be a licensed broker to manage an apartment complex in Southern California?

There is no legal requirement that the apartment building manager be licensed. As a practical matter, you and the other tenants should share...

Under Civil Code 1954, the landlord has the right to enter the dwelling upon 24 hours notice to make repairs or lesser notice in the event of an...

In LA County what constitutes "Business usage" of a home?

As a practical matter, you might ask the Condo Association board. Normally, a business use refers to operating a business out of your home. It...

Is my duplex under RSO?

The original structure built and occupied in 1940 is subject to the City of Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance ("RSO"), since it lost its...