I took on a Contracting job. I`m not licensed and i asked a friend to help me. He got hurt and now he has an attorney sending me

I agree you need to see a Worker's Compensation Attorney ASAP. I edited the practice area, so you can hear from some knowledgeable Worker's...

How do I re-open an unlawful detainer case that was suppossed to be sealed but is now public record?

I would suggest: (i) contacting the Court Reporters Office at the Courthouse and getting the transcript of the hearing where it was represented...

Generally, landlords are responsible from removing/preventing vermin. Civil Code 1941 and 1941.1. If Sylmar does not have a local housing...

Found a powerline to close to new rental, can we get our first months rent and deposit back?

Probably not, unless the power line distance from the building was a violation of the building code and present a serious hazard.

Can I sue for unpaid rent.

If you girlfriend lived with you for 4 1/2 years without paying rent and she was not on the lease, you probably did not have an agreement for her...

Can I hold deposit for a tenant who broke lease by smoking pot in her room when lease prohibits

Under Civil Code 1950.5, deposits may only be applied to unpaid rent, cleaning and repair of damages beyond normal wear and tear. You cannot...

If I don't give 30 days for the home I rented, can they keep my security deposit?

Under Civil Code 1950.5, the security deposit can be used for unpaid rent, cleaning and repairs for damage beyond normal wear and tear. Further,...

My Management co. For my apartment increased my rent & deposit after I needed repairs to be made. Is this legal?

Assuming your dwelling unit is covered by the City of Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance, the landlord can annually raise the rent. This...

I left a job after 5 years for what I thought was a better opportunity, 3 days in I realized how much illegal activity was going

You may have a claim for constructive discharge. A constructive discharge claim is essentially (i) when the employer makes the conditions of work...

You did not indicate any basis for which a discrimination claim could be pursued, i.e. the adverse employment action was motivated by your...