We were '"thrown out" by a motel a few months ago. The room we were in developed bedbugs. Now they refuse to rent us room.

Many facts are needed to properly address this issue... 1) How long were you a resident there? - Longer than 30 days? 2) If longer than 30 days,...

At what point in a DUI case does an attorney challenge proper foundation of evidence?

The old saying that "a man who represents himself has a fool for a client" likely applies here. Most DUI attorneys here have hours of training and...

What can I do about a rodent problem that won't go away, but neither will the tenant?

As a landlord, you have a duty to provide a habitable dwelling. That being said, and not knowing all of the facts, it sounds as if you are making...

Our landlord has gone back on an agreement.

In California, if you have lived as a tenant for over 1 year, a 60 notice is required. If the landlord wants all of the August rent, you have a...

I received summons for unlawful detainers -eviction and can pay my last months rent. Once I pay that, will it stop the process

My colleague above is correct, this is a very broad area of law and you will need to reply to the summons IMMEDIATELY. Before you were served a...

My landlord is trying to get me to pay for a bed bug exterminator, is this my responsibility?

Have any of the other units been infected? Have you traveled at all since your December move in date? Your best argument would be for you to be...

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You need to contact an administrative law attorney immediately! Period.

Can a landlord legally run a criminal check on a tenant? Can you be evicted for someone living with you not on the lease?

The answer to this question likely lies in the terms of the lease you signed. If you are having trouble understanding the language of the lease,...

Is it legal for my uncle to padlock off the faucet where I get water?

Does being on "privately owned tribal property" refer to you living on a Reservation? If yes, I suggest you contact the Bureau of Indian Affairs on...

How can my mom evict my sister from her home?

In addition to Ms. Elder's advice, you can also look on-line for the "Resource Center" of your local Superior Court. They would be able to help...