If I sue the landlord in small claims court(California), do I have to use the court system of the town of the old apartment?

You've got to make the drive. Remember though, you can get three times the amount of your deposit back if you can show the Court that your...

I own a triplex and I'm short selling it, can I still collect rents untill the deal is closed?

Unless you purchased the building less than one year ago, you can collect rent. Otherwise, collecting rent would be "rent-skimming." Fran Campbell

Dear tenant, first things first--if you paid your rent then you could NOT be evicted. As soon as the landlord collects rent, he has given you...

Can my landlord evict me with police in tow after 3 days when I didn't pay my rent?

Dear tenant, I don't know what a "pre-eviction" is. Did you receive a notice to do something within 3 days? Was the notice in writing? If you...

Statue of limitation for civil lawsuit in california

It's 2 years, but there is an exception. If you have been injured by a government entity, you must file a government claim form within 6 months,...

How old does the carpet have to be before a landlord is required to replace it in California?

Dear tenant, The landlord does not have to replace the carpet unless it's ripped and creates a trip hazard. Fran Campbell

Can A Person Leasing a house from a land lord evict me from my room for not paying them but paying the land lord?

Dear tenant, The leasing tenant could evict you, but that costs money so I doubt he will bother. Let the landlord evict the others, tell him...

Can landlord remove tenant without reason?

Dear Tenant, The last lawyer's answer is totally wrong. Most leases contain illegal provisions, such as provisions waiving the right to a jury...

As a renter of a single family home, what are the rules concerning security deposits?

Dear tenant, The same rules apply statewide. There is no right to interest on security deposits, EXCEPT for if you are in a rent-controlled...

Who responsible for getting rid of bed bugs, the cost of dry cleaning and cleaning all belongings in the bedroom?

Dear tenant, Ms. Marsh is correct. However, you should also call the Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD) at 866-557-RENT, since you are in...