I need to break my lease. My landlord put an ad up but increase the rent by $150. Can they do this?

I agree with the other attorney, but I do want to emphasize that the landlord really should advertise at the same rent you are paying, because you...

I've been living in my home for 3 years my last lease ended 7/13. ( 3rd-1yr lease) Are we required to get a proper 60 day notice

I have actually had some issues with this kind of situation. Does the lease just end without either party giving notice? It is my opinion that...

It is my understanding that the writ has to be filed with the court, stamped and given back signed by the court and then the judgment creditor can...

Can the landlord kick me out immediately?

If you pay rent, you have a tenancy that is for the period of time between your rent payments. Or if not really specified, it is a month to month...

I have a handicap live aboard at my Harbor who has not paid in several months how can I evict him?

You have to go through the normal eviction process. If it is month to month, you have to post a 3-day notice to pay rent or quit, or you might...

Am I entitled to my full security deposit refunded since the new owners haven't remodeled my apartment?

The security deposit is to be used for two things, unpaid rent and then for damages you caused to the apartment. They do not have to remodel...

A landlord is required to give you at least 24 hour notice of any non-emergency repair, and the notice should state a specific date and time. It...

What happens if only the defendant wants to reach a settlement agreement in an unlawful detainer lawsuit?

To settle any case, both parties must agree. If someone says that they will settle, but nothing is signed, then most of the time that doesn't...

How can I stop a 5 day notice to vacate?

I am not sure I have heard of a 5 day notice. They are usually 3-day or 30 day notices. 3-day is normally serviced if you haven't paid rent or...

How was my x Landlord granted unlawful detainer when i moved before trial?

When a UD lawsuit is filed, you, the tenant/defendant cannot ignore it. You have 5 days to answer. If you don't, the landlord then can ask for a...