Can a landlord force a tenant to pay for a carbon monoxide detector & installation?

I agree with my colleague's answer. I am responding to emphasize your remedies. You can file a FREE online complaint with the Los Angeles Housing...

Advise how to proceed with civil for constructive eviction & premises liability against former LL & agents managing rental home.

Assuming the dwelling units are required to be registered with the Los Angeles Housing Department, there is a strong argument that the maximum rent...

(After I move out) Can I be "evicted" if my roommate does not voluntarily leave the apartment?

If you give your notice to the management company you are moving and surrender possession by turning over your keys and get a receipt and/or...

Is my landlord entitled to rent that may have been lost that was due 3/01/12 if she is just contacting me about it now, 3/13/13

You are legally obligated to pay the rent. Your your landlord could issue a three day notice to pay or quit and if you fail to pay the landlord...

Are dual employers legally liable for employee lawsuits?

There are a number of legal theories under which two employers could be found liable, including but not limited to joint enterprise, integrated...

My exemployer did not pay overtime. I am owed it. I read about liquidated damages. What are they?

Under Labor Code 201-203, when you separate from your employer, you are entitled to one day's pay as a penalty for each day late up to 30 days. If...

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...