The neighbor who lives across the street from me, cut down our shrubs from the street with out our permission.

Mr Price is correct. And there are formulas for establishing such losses. But you might try something else before responding with blows. You...

Can a landlord in CA win a law suit for future damages against a tenant for early lease termination even if the space is rented?

It is possible because you did not respond to complaint in time. Not right, but that's the answer to your question. You really must invest in...

How do I get a roommate to move out. We have sold our home and new owners take possession soon.

You have a mess on your hands, but one that is common these days. It is not clear from your question whether roommate is a tenant or guest. Did...

Mr Price is right, especially about the effects of "anonymous" letters on evil neighbors. Sometimes evil and objectionable people can respond...

And here is the "smart management" back up to Mr Spirtos's confirmation about the law. By providing jacks in the space, you avoid dealing with the...

Former landlord hasn't returned my security deposit after 31 days. How can I get it back? She says she doesn't have the money.

None of your issues really matter, which is good news for you. If your landlord did not follow the law on deposits, you will likely get a judgement...

Contract states I must have unit professionally cleaned. It was filthy when I received it.

Here's the non-legal answer, posed as questions. Did you ask landlord to clean or to reimburse you for cleaning when you moved in? If not, did you...

I have a 5 year lease and my landlord died do I have to move.

While you may not be able to purchase the house as planned, you have a great opportunity, if in fact you have a lease on a valuable piece of...

Can I sue in small claims?

Send a kind cheerful letter by US priority mail to landlord, along with this guide book:...

What is required to establish a contractual relationship if the lessor sold the property and the lesse didn't sign estoppel

Your lease should remain valid and enforceable. You lost your chance to object to any lease defaults, by not signing estoppel. You may be stuck...