How do I file an affirmative lawsuit against a landlord for making an unlawful rent demand?

Since you don't mention the type of ex parte motion you filed, I'm not sure what you "won." If you feel that you have a valid defense, make sure...

If a person owe you money. is okay to.keep their.items into they pay toy

No, you are not allowed to keep your roommate's personal property. If you do so, you could be criminally charged and liable to your roommate for...

The rules that apply to Three Day Notices are strictly interpreted. If a Three Day Notice demanded you make the rent personally, then it would have...

I believe that I am the owner of a property that I am being evicted from. Unlawful detainer hearing set for Monday.

You need to speak to an attorney immediately. You may have valid defenses or a cause of action for quiet title; however, you should have an...

Any advice for Unlawful Detainer case with Cloud of Title?

Defenses involving title may not be a valid defense in your unlawful detainer, particularly since you a mention a "cloud on title." The Plaintiff...

What is the answer to unlawful detainer?

If you have been served with an unlawful detainer, you have five days to respond so you will need to address this issue quickly. You may have valid...

The landlord did not serve me with unlawful detainer but he claims he did?

If you are still within the time period to respond, although you can file a Motion to Quash you may also want to contact the landlord to see if you...

Eviction

I agree with Mr. Roach. You have multiple reasons to evict, including non-payment of rent and violations of the rental agreement. You should...

In a partition sale with other joint owners, can I get credit on what I contributed towards the single home?

Yes, you could seek to get a credit for expenses you had for the property. If you are currently in a lawsuit, you should speak to an attorney about...

My landlord filed an unlawful detainer before my 3day notice was up and is now charging me $200 on top of the full rent I paid

If your landlord filed a complaint before the Three Day Notice period was up, the Complaint is defective. Further, the complaint should be based...