Can my tenant prevent me from entering the property I own to make required repairs after the work was begun?

Under Civil Code 1954, the landlord may enter a tenant's unit without the tenant's permission only in an emergency or upon 24 hours advance notice...

Landlord neglected apartment and harassed me until I was forced to move. Is this constructive eviction?How to determine damages?

With regard to your potential right to relocation fees under the Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO), you typically cannot recover the...

Do my partners and I sign a letter from H&R Block to sign an Acknowledgement that wrongfully incriminates us?

As a general rule, you should not sign the document admitting wrongdoing without a very good reason. Further, your interests seems adverse to H&R...

What is the best and most complete company structure for liability protection?

First, you should recognize that adequate business insurance insurance is a very good form of asset protection. If your insurance covers the type...

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Can tenants renting my house claim that failure to correct issues described by their lawyer allows them to break lease?

If the purported breach was serious enough to be a breach of the warranty of habitability, it could justify termination of the lease. However, the...

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You need to provide proof you served the papers on the landlord. The Los Angeles Superior Court/Judicial Council Websites should have Proof of...

I'm on a J2 dependent non resident visa. Can someone advise whether i have to pay tax here in the US on income earned in the UK?

I have edited the practice area, so a knowledgeable immigration lawyer can help you.

Land lord said he was coming by to Leave "pay or quit", instead left me with 3 days to vacate. Is this legal? Please help!

As a practical matter, you should attempt to pay your rent regardless of the apparently improper notice in order to prevent an eviction. ...

Do I need to hire a lawyer to protect my interests?

Unfortunately, there are not enough facts to provide a meaningful answer, except to say you should contact a lawyer to help you assess the...

Can i sue a person i was set to rent a room from if after i paid the room/location was no longer available?

I agree with my colleague. You should insist on seeing the unit and getting a fully executed copy of the written lease before handing over your...