If I give my landlord right of entry to fix the back door, can he legally inspect the rest of the house?

Mr. Chen is correct. The 24 hour notice requirement is there to protect you from unexpected intrusion. However, if the landlord is already there...

Does an exclusivity clause of a pool/amenity agreement prevent a landlord from using it for private use?

Mr. Fitch is correct. The diminution in value, if this is a temporary situation, is probably not worth pursuing. However, you may be able to...

Our apartment has bed bugs and this is a repeat issue with the complex. At this point we want to move and a reduction in rent.

Mr. Fitch is accurate in his assessment. You can try to negotiate an early termination with the landlord. If that doesn't work, you can consult...

Do I have a case against my apartment complex?

The answer to your question depends on the details of each request. The landlord has to provide a habitable dwelling unit. However, tenants can...

Is a landlord able to evict his tenant based on the fact that the tenant has not fulfilled his responsibility to pay for water ?

A review of your lease agreement and additional detail is required in order to provide you with a reasoned answer to this question.

Landlord Tenant Civil Code 1950.5 states receipts SHALL be given to tenant if deductions are made. Why MUST receipts be given?

As Mr. King mentioned, you needed to read more of the statute. The "why" in your question is as a matter of public policy. In order to get the...

Landlord Tenant: Tenant requests inspection in 30 Day notice. Tenant sets several dates but cancels and changes each one.

It appears that you have a handle on the how the law applies. Given that this is a small claims case, your best bet is to gather all of your...

Tenant Landlord Contract: I want to have a 15 year old child testify in Small Claims Court. What is the best way to do this?

Mr. Jaffe's response hits the nail on the head. Keep in mind that anything short of the witness being physically available and present to testify...

Mr. Kaufman has given you sound advice. You should see if you can negotiate something here, but it doesn't sound like you are in a great spot,...

Seeking recommendation for help: mom's been forced out of her apt (of 20 yrs) for mold damage another tenant caused, thx

Mr. Wright is correct. You should immediately look for assistance, whether it is from legal aid or another source of referral to a tenant lawyer. ...