What is the reasonable next step to take? What is the likely outcome in a case like this?

Dean Smart is absolutely right - you face a timing crisis. Engage counsel immediately. You can use the "Find a Lawyer" button at top of page if...

Am I responsible for rent up until I vacated the property even though the lease was technically terminated before I moved out?

You not only owe the rent, you may be liable for additional damages. For example, if landlord had signed a lease with new tenants at increased...

Can you invite someone to live with you and ask them to sign a contract to waive their right for a 30 day eviction notice?

Neither landlords nor tenants can ignore the law. Contracts that purport to do so are void. Learn about landlord tenant rules in California here:...

Are lease provisions for the immediate termination upon certain conditions occurring valid and enforceable?

Yes, such a clause can be legal, valid, and enforceable, in connection with a default of lease. The landlord must still initiate legal process to...

Do I have any rights as a subtenant? Can I be denied access to a property I had paid rents for with belongings in it?

Sounds like both of you played a role in this situation. Based on your description, your office mate owes you money for prepaid rent, and possibly...

As a commercial landlord representative, i have had the unpleasant duty of telling a dying person that I could not cancel their lease. It sure felt...

Can Property Management or Homeowners back charge us for these screen doors two years later, is this legal?

What was your intention at the time? Did you ask them to make an installation not required by lease, that you were willing to pay for? Or did you...

Is there anything I can do if they deny my application even though they said I was approved and accepted my deposits?

If they took your money and orally advised you that your application was approved, they should either deliver you the premises on time or pay for...

Just a suggestion. Ask your apartment manager to contact the adjoining property owner, to request a change of leaf-blowing schedule. They are in...

Do I serve my tenant a 30 or 60 day notice to vacate the property in California?

60 days, as tenant has been with you more than one year.