Possible For Bad Faith Penalty CCC 1950.5 (L) to be Awarded Against Landlord in Superior Court? Or Only Awarded in Small Claims?
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Answered on May 01, 2013
It looks like the landlord didn't follow on statute regarding your security deposit.
Most courts do not favor this. You have a good case to ask...
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If I don't have money to pay this months rent yet how long do I have to get out
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Answered on May 01, 2013
First a 3-day notice to pay rent has to be served on you. If you don't pay, then the landlord may take legal action and file the Unlawful Detainer...
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I PAY 1.250.00 FOR A GRANNNY UNIT BEHIND THE MAIN HOUSE,THAT ALSO BEING RENTED OUT. MY UNITS WAS BUILD BY THE OWNER (LANDLORD).
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Answered on May 01, 2013
There must have been some clues that this unit wasn't legal, but let's move on from that.
I would move out, and then sue the landlord for back...
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My parents are having there bathroom completely redone by the landlord ,They are going to drop off a outhouse for them to use .
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Answered on May 01, 2013
Under many lease agreements, if the landlord is required to make repairs that would require the tenants to move out, they would normally be...
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Is a sewage leak in my shower a reason to legally break my lease?
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Answered on May 01, 2013
I think the management company really has crossed the line from what should be an emergency and treating this as just another problem.
Sewage...
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In CA I must allow my landlord or landlord's agent(s) show the property for sale, but how much can they legally expect of me?
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Answered on May 01, 2013
I think you are right in everything you say.
When a house is for sale, the landlord should bend over backward to work with the tenant when the...
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Are lease terms informally presented in email exchanges acceptable in lieu of signed docs to win in small claims court?
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Answered on May 01, 2013
Asssuming you have a written agreement to start with, that should show when the person moved in, what the rent is, and when it is due, as well as...
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How much rent should I ask for in 3-day notice to pay rent or quit if tenant witholds rent for plumbing problem
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Answered on May 01, 2013
Any 3-day notice can only ask for the amount of rent owed, no late fees or interest charges.
I agree with the other 2 attorneys.
Once your...
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Landlord is not returning security deposit - California (did we lose our rights? See below).
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Answered on May 01, 2013
That is quite a large amount to lose your rights over.
The landlord, under CC section 1950.5 is required to give you an itemized statement as...
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What legal options if any do I have?
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Answered on May 01, 2013
There really isn't a lot you can do. You have the right to "quiet enjoyment", which means that you have the right to a safe, sanitary and normal...
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