By not contacting me within 21 days of our move out, has my landlord forfeited his right to keep our deposit?

Very possibly. Write landlord politely demanding refund within five days. You are writing letter for the judge, so keep it simple and nice.

What is the legality of parking a "tiny house" (RV Trailer / Fifth Wheel but house-styled) on owned property in California?

That's a local zoning question that can't be answered without knowing the location and doing research. If sale was done through a brokerage, you...

Landlord-Tenant Laws

Would you rather be right or happy? I'm serious, why haven't you moved away from the conditions you describe? And if they constitute breaches of...

I hired a contractor to do hardwood flooring. Can tenant force the landlord to hire professional movers for moving furniture?

You should do what's reasonable to accommodate tenant. The demands are absurd, however. Given the related questions you've posted, I recommend...

How much time do I need to give a current tenant notice that renewal of lease will not be an option once it's term ends

You have given more than 60 days notice to tenant that you will not be renewing her lease. Independently, she has a duty to move out when the lease...

How can I evict my boyfriend from my Premises?

If you are not already doing it, become a regular attendee at Al-Anon meetings. Doing so will make everything you do next easier. Then find an...

How do a get my security deposit back?

If you landlord has not properly the deposit notice requirements, and even if they have, you must object in writing (ink on paper in the mail) to...

Do I have to get permission to prorate the rent?

Landlord should provide total or partial rent credit for the five days. Divide total monthly rent by 31, then multiply result by 5, to determine...

In a single family home residential rental property Can Landlord replace the carpet with engineered wood flooring?

This is simple. If they don't like your flooring choices, they can move. It would be different if they had longterm lease that required...

I'm glad you're getting involved to help mom. These tragic situations are common. And FYI, addiction and mental health issues are always part of...