Questions answered by James Michael Slominski

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How do I get my deposit back after the 21 day limit?

James's answer | Answered on September 24, 2012

See this link from the California Department of Consumer Affairs: http://www.dca.ca.gov/publications/landlordbook/sec-deposit.shtml It is a bit...

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Can I take advantage of a court's motion for continuance to further postpone trial to give myself more time for discovery?

James's answer | Answered on September 24, 2012

While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, a trial continuance does not generally reopen discovery unless the order so states. As for...

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Should I wait until my passenger is finished with therapy before I file to go to small claims court?

James's answer | Answered on September 20, 2012

While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, you do not need to wait for your passenger to finish treatment. You sue for your damages. ...

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I did the trade name, and the trade mark with my state got the green light and the paper work by my questions is.

James's answer | Answered on September 20, 2012

While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, if you have not applied for a federal registration, you should consider doing so. Check with a...

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Is it legal to evict a tenant who is disabled and that has never been late with rent solely on the basis of a verbal altercation

James's answer | Answered on September 20, 2012

While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, if you have a written lease I do not think the landlord would have the right to break the lease...

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How many days can a landlord take to give a portion of your deposit back after you move out of an apartment?

James's answer | Answered on September 20, 2012

This link should answer all your questions: http://www.dca.ca.gov/publications/landlordbook/sec-deposit.shtml

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Tenants under no pet lease. Dog is being certified. Does the landlord have to allow the dog?

James's answer | Answered on September 19, 2012

I agree with other counsel but would add that if the certification is a for a "companion" dog, the answer may be different.

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Will my company be charged with trademark infringement?

James's answer | Answered on September 19, 2012

While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, from what you have provided there is no real way to respond with any detail. As a general...

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Did not pay rent. Was served 3 day pay or quit. Lease says I have 30 days to correct unpaid rent. Do I have 3 or 30 days?

James's answer | Answered on September 19, 2012

I agree with other counsel that this provision seems odd. I have not seen it for residential leases. Also, make sure that there is not another...

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Am I entitled to a reduction in my rent for this month?

James's answer | Answered on September 18, 2012

While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, take a look at this link as to your rights: ...

James Michael Slominski's Answers (647)

How do I get my deposit back after the 21 day limit?

Can I take advantage of a court's motion for continuance to further postpone trial to give myself more time for discovery?

Should I wait until my passenger is finished with therapy before I file to go to small claims court?

I did the trade name, and the trade mark with my state got the green light and the paper work by my questions is.

Is it legal to evict a tenant who is disabled and that has never been late with rent solely on the basis of a verbal altercation

How many days can a landlord take to give a portion of your deposit back after you move out of an apartment?

Tenants under no pet lease. Dog is being certified. Does the landlord have to allow the dog?

Will my company be charged with trademark infringement?

Did not pay rent. Was served 3 day pay or quit. Lease says I have 30 days to correct unpaid rent. Do I have 3 or 30 days?

Am I entitled to a reduction in my rent for this month?