What is the 'normal' severance pay in California? What can I do if this is extremely low (8 weeks for 12 years of service)?

Under California and Federal law, there is no general requirement that an employer provide severance pay. You can certainly attempt to negotiate...

Is the property manager responsible for damages caused by them locking my cat in my bedroom while I was away?

I agree with my colleague's excellent answer. I want to emphasize that pets require daily attention and if people are entering your apartment, you...

I have provided an ANSWER to UNLAWFUL DETAINER. How long do I have to Amend it? Thank you!

The landlord has the burden of proof that the 3 Day Notice is valid. Under paragraph 2 of the Judicial Council Form UD-105 Answer, if you denied...

An unsigned employment agreement "may" be binding if the parties have acted in conformity with the agreement and the party attempting to enforce...

I have a eviction on my credit from someone with the same name I found online the unlawful detainer how do I get this removed.

Under the Federal and California versions of Fair Credit Reporting Act, you have the right to dispute items on your credit report that you believe...

Hello, i was recent hire at a hospital. i was sick for 2 days and was fired on the 3rd day...would i have a case?

Assuming you were terminated for following your employer's instructions to go home because you were ill, then you probably have a claim for...

Am I responsible to pay rent while the property is owned by bank and there is no agreement ?

The Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act (“Act”) requires ninety (90) day pre-eviction notice to bona fide tenants. Further, the Act requires the...

Sewage backed up into my apt.when I was out, Two toilets,bathtub ,shower stall, every room flooded.

First, you should document everything in writing and with pictures. Before you do anything things from the property, email your manager/landlord...

According the City of West Hollywood Rent Stabilization Ordinance, a tenant can be evicted for subletting an apartment without the landlord...

Can I withhold rent?

According to the Department of Consumer Affairs, The "repair and deduct" remedy allows a tenant to deduct money from the rent, up to the amount...