How should I respond to a summons- unlawful detainer- eviction if there was no proof of service filed with the courts?

If tenant not served, then he/she/it can file a motion to quash. Filing a motion to quash requires the tenant (or tenant's agent or witness) to...

Can my landlord...?

In this context, written means put on a piece of paper. See Cal. Civil Code Sec. 1954 for further particulars of what the notice should state. It...

Can an eviction case reopen after 6yrs

It is likely time barred by the four-year statute of limitations. Contact a debt collection DEFENSE attorney to review the letter and explore your...

How can i defend an Illegal eviction based on retaliation?

Retaliation is one of the boxes to check on the form answer to a UD Complaint. See Judicial Council form UD-105. Include facts showing tenant's...

Do i pay renr now just found out case was dismissed in january?

If you have unpaid rent, then pay it every month when due to avoid a 3-day notice to pay or quit. Consult a tenant rights attorney to review the...

Can I be evicted from my husbands apartment?

Tenants are defined by state law and any applicable rent stabilization or rent control ordinance. Consult with a tenant rights attorney...

What if I do not find a place after my 60 days after a notice to quit

If the landlord has not found a new tenant, perhaps you should withdraw the prior notice and give a new notice with a later date. Do it in writing.

There are several steps to help answer this question, which may require review by a tenant rights attorney. First, is it in your lease that these...

MANAGER DEMANDS COPY Copy of ID?

The question I would have along these lines is whether a landlord may legally evict an existing tenant who refuses to provide his/her proof of...

Do I have to disclose to a potential landlord that I've been a party in an unlawful detainer if the previous case is sealed?

Sealing of the court record to public review of it does not mean the tenant can make a misrepresentation on a future rental application. I would...