Based on Habitabilty laws, is a landlord required to provide screens on windows in Foster City, CA?

No. Screens are not a habitability requirement. Download a free copy of the CA Tenant Handbook from the Department of Consumer Affairs to learn...

Forgive me, but you're going about things all wrong. You do not have the right to request an application, or a new lease. You were obligated to...

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How much money can I sue for if my landlord pushed me resulting in a fall off the deck fracturing my thumb spraining my wrist ?

Good Heavens, that's awful. Did you make a police report? You need to talk to a personal injury attorney. I will change the practice area. Good...

How long do I have to get my roommate notice before I vacate the apartment?

First question is are you on a monthly agreement or fixed term rent. If monthly, you just need to provide legal 30-day notice (written notice, not...

Family member has been paying rent for a few years with no rental agreement. We want to give her a month to month agreement.

I'd recommend you get help looking at this situation holistically. The conduct you describe does not occur without addiction or other behavioral...

Can a landlord after giving you a 60 day notice, essentially breaking your lease, and moving out evict you two months later?

Your question is missing some facts that are necessary to help you. I suggest you use an Avvo consult feature to speak with one of us. If you...

What can I do to get out of a lease I co-signed for tenant who stopped paying rent?

Your first stop might be to have a consultation with an employment attorney. Or depending on your situation at work, immediately sit down with your...

Can the landlord require us to paint all interior wall after 5 yrs?

I agree with you. Repainting a space after five years is clearly landlord's responsibility, unless the lease explicitly provided otherwise....

In Washington, monthly agreements may be ended on 20 days notice, on a calendar month without pro-ration. Notices must be given 20 days before the...

Can I or should I fight for a piece of that property when my name is not on the deed?

You should re-post your question under family law, though I will leave it here as some real estate lawyers may reply. Subject to detailed review...