Since PAGA settlements require Court and defendants will not pay until the Court approves the settlement AND the time to appeal has expired, it is...

You should immediately file a complaint with the Los Angeles Housing Department for (i) illegal eviction; and (ii) collecting rent for an illegal...

Do not sign a severance agreement without having a lawyer evaluate your potential claims, so you can make an informed decision. Your post mentions...

While the management company are legally obligated to be "honest" and report when your unit is re-rented, you would be wise to make friends with...

If you collect rent, they are a tenant.

Your roommate cannot legally refuse to give you access to your property because you owe rent. It is illegal self-help and conversion. Below are...

Under Civil Code 1950.5, the landlord may only make deductions from your security deposit for unpaid rent, cleaning and damages beyond normal wear...

Your employer can require you to take your breaks at predetermined time. If refuse to do so, your employer can discipline or even terminate you....

You should seek assistance from the City of Los Angeles Housing Department. Your landlord appears to violating the City's Pandemic Eviction...

I agree with Mr. Busch's excellent answer. You should contact the Los Angeles Housing Department for assistance.