Questions answered by David C Piotrowski

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I was served an unlawful detainer due to answer by Monday, but reached agreement with landlord to dismiss. What next?

David's answer | Answered on May 14, 2015

If the plaintiff (landlord) files a dismissal, you do not need to file an answer. You should get something in writing from the plaintiff ASAP that...

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What should I do if my roommate turns violent when I notified him that I no longer want to share a room in my house with him?

David's answer | Answered on May 13, 2015

Call 911 if there is any violence. Assuming you are on a month-to-month agreement, you may want to contact an attorney to assist you with the...

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I have been renting a room at my current residence for over 12 months, my lease is due to expire in November.

David's answer | Answered on May 13, 2015

Assuming no rent control, the landlord would be able to evict you upon serving you with a valid 60 day written notice. No reason needs to be given....

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I have posted 3-Day Notice to Perform Covenant & filed the case in April. Can I accept tenant's rent in May? If no & I did .....

David's answer | Answered on May 11, 2015

If you accept rent after you begin the eviction case, there is a good chance that you will lose the case and have to start over again. You should...

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When does my 60 days notice to move out begin if it was only verbal and not in writing?

David's answer | Answered on May 11, 2015

The notice must be in writing. Please refer to the link (below) for additional information.

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I want to stay the house I was rent almost 13 years (8/2002) but Owner want to sell. What can I need to do ?

David's answer | Answered on May 11, 2015

If you're on a month-to-month agreement, the landlord can require you to vacate upon 60 days' written notice. The fact is, you're not the home...

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My tenants broke the lease and moved out without notifying me during a signed one year contract

David's answer | Answered on May 11, 2015

You are entitled to collect the rent for the entire lease contract. At the same time, you are responsible for trying to find a replacement tenant...

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Can a rent incresae notice void if an other rent increase is giving a month later?

David's answer | Answered on May 10, 2015

I am operating under the same assumptions as the other attorney, Mr. Chen, mentioned. Under that scenario, the landlord must provide you with...

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Can I withhold rent because the landlord refuses to repair the heater?

David's answer | Answered on May 10, 2015

California Civil Code section 1942 outlines when a tenant may use the "repair and deduct" remedy. These strict guidelines must be followed. Please...

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I am a landlord, can I use a tenants security deposit to pay for hitting my car?

David's answer | Answered on May 09, 2015

The security deposit is governed by Civil Code 1950.5. You can click on the link below to read the law. The proper course of action would be to sue...

David C Piotrowski's Answers (1176)

I was served an unlawful detainer due to answer by Monday, but reached agreement with landlord to dismiss. What next?

What should I do if my roommate turns violent when I notified him that I no longer want to share a room in my house with him?

I have been renting a room at my current residence for over 12 months, my lease is due to expire in November.

I have posted 3-Day Notice to Perform Covenant & filed the case in April. Can I accept tenant's rent in May? If no & I did .....

When does my 60 days notice to move out begin if it was only verbal and not in writing?

I want to stay the house I was rent almost 13 years (8/2002) but Owner want to sell. What can I need to do ?

My tenants broke the lease and moved out without notifying me during a signed one year contract

Can a rent incresae notice void if an other rent increase is giving a month later?

Can I withhold rent because the landlord refuses to repair the heater?

I am a landlord, can I use a tenants security deposit to pay for hitting my car?