Didn't report I had a job and still getting foodstamps

You broke the law and are now facing the consequences. Your best bet would be to try to reach some sort of settlement with a payment plan. Good luck!

In san jose ca is my pet rent supposed to be included in my monthly rent due

San Jose has a comprehensive Rent Control Ordinance, which might or might not cover pets (I am not familiar with it). You could either review the...

What are my rights as being a tenant/lodger?

Under CA law, if there is more than one lodger in a private residence where the owner also resides, you have the same rights as if you were a tenant.

I was a tenant in a very high-end apartment complex paying $7500 a month for a year and a half.

When was the unlawful detainer case decided? You have 30 days after receiving the Notice of Entry of Judgment to appeal the decision.

California wear and tear laws?

Firstly, landlords can only charge reasonable fees for cleaning after you moved out. So if you are still living on the property I don't see how...

My ex roommate will not return deposit plus owes $250 in bills under my name-

Your best bet is to go ahead with the restraining order and suing her in small claims for the money she owes you. Verbal contracts are enforceable...

Challenges are in store in a upcoming UD, what method can be use to compel the female vs the male to be the lead in the case?

Do you know the names of both the male and female tenants? If so, you name both in the UD complaint, which will compel them to either answer or be...

My landlord is short selling his condo. If the new landlord decides to buy me of how much money can we ask for moving out?

This is up to you to negotiate with the landlord, knowing that unless he agrees to pay you the sum you want, you don't have to move out before the...

My landlord is short-selling his condo.. we would like to know what options we have? can we ask for money to move out?

I agree with counsel above: both the current owner and the buyer/future owner have to honor your lease through the end of the term. Of course, you...

This all depends on the terms of the lease option, and whether or not the landlord is obligated to provide you with the option, or if he can use...