I rented a property with a house and converted garage (2bedroom). Is that considered multi-family unit?

If the converted garage is not physically attached to house, the property is no longer classified as a single family home; it is multi-family. ...

Is it legal for my manager to ask me to give her my personal notes that I wrote at work?

If the notes do not relate to the confidential and proprietary information of your employer, then you are probably under no obligation to provide...

Should I my rent be decreased?

You can file a FREE online complaint with Los Angeles Housing Department seeking a rent reduction equal to the reasonable value of the services...

Can I be evicted?

If your dwelling unit is covered by the City of Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO), you can ONLY be evicted for specified reasons. The...

I respectfully disagree without my out of state colleague. According to the Department of Consumer Affairs, the 30 day clock starts on the day...

My roommate son refuses to leave home I vacated & am sole leaseholder on. He will not pay rent or give the house to the owners

If you are evicted, it will seriously harm your credit. You should talk with a landlord tenant attorney about evicting your son and his family, so...

I filed a claim in California for unemployment and was given an award letter due to reduction in my hours ?

Should consider responding that you quit for good cause. "Good cause" is defined in Title 22, Section 1256-3(b): "Good cause" exists for...

I'm a subcontractor and recently finished painting a customer's house. Allegation of asbestos and threat of affecting license.

You license will only be affected if there is an UNPAID judgment against you for work within the scope of your contractor's license. Your surety...

Return of security deposit >21 days if special language in rental agreement?

No. You cannot waive and the landlord cannot alter your rights under Civil Code 1950.5.

Must personal belongings be removed before initial inspection?

No. The tenant's rights under Civil Code 1950.5 cannot be waived or altered for the landlord's convenience. You are entitled to an inspection...