Tenant charged for painting after 4 years if: Lease states no alterations to paint and wallpaper removal damaged the surface?

The tenant is incorrect. After four years, a landlord is responsible for repairs attributed to "normal wear and tear" such as nail holes, minor...

You have two options for disbursing relocation funds. You can either: 1) open an escrow account with an escrow officer; or 2) give the entirety of...

Do I need an attorney, and if so, what kind of attorney?

You should consult a criminal attorney to determine whether you have any liability to worry about.

California Winter lease renter

The answer depends on the terms of your lease. Generally, a landlord is allowed to enter the premises for reasons of showing the property,...

In addition to the SUMMONS, COVER SHEET, COVER SHEET ADDENDUM AND COMPLAINT are there any other forms required to be filed?

You are not required to file any additional forms but you may want to serve a CP-105 Prejudgment Claim of Right to Possession depending on the...

Can I be sanctioned for moving from my own home and shutting off utilities after a room mate on a monthly agreement stopped pay?

In short, yes, you can be liable to the tenant for damages. California law prohibits a landlord from "self-help" in evicting a tenant which...

If there is a misprint on my lease, does it void the contract? and, is it to have tenants living in a room with no windows?

1) Depending on the terms of the lease, it may or may not be void. You may want to have a lawyer look through the lease for you to determine...

I haven't had a working kitchen sink/dishwasher for about a month due to repairs that have yet to be fixed. What is my recourse?

I agree with the above that there is question as to the habitability of the premises. Keep in mind that in addition to damages for breach of the...

Am I liable for partial rent if I found a suitable co-tenant and roommate decided to not have someone move in?

There are two different contractual relationships at issue here. Your relationship with your landlord and your relationship with your former...