Generally speaking, if you did not renew the old lease when it expired, your tenancy is a month-to-month tenancy based on the terms of the expired...

How do I dispute a Proof of Service? What type of attorney do I need to consult with?

If a party wants to challenge the validity of service (i.e. the proof of service and what is contained within it), the proper means to do so would...

As Ms. Rodriguez correctly pointed out, the failure to request a default per the Code or have the Clerk enter a default does not waive any rights...

How do I collect that money for my grandma who is owed it from my mother?

Your grandmother would need to file a legal claim against your mother for the allegedly theft. If you would like to prosecute the claim on behalf...

Can a landlord take more then 21 days to give your deposit back?

California Civil Code Section 1950.5(g)(2) requires all California landlords to return a tenant's security deposit within 21 days of move-out...

Can landlord force you to pay plumbing and heating repairs?

Commercial leases do not always have the same protections as residential leases because they are used for a different purpose. The law protects...

Can the landlord charge for the damage fee after I moved out three months?

Generally speaking, yes. If a tenant caused damage to the unit, even if by accident, beyond the normal wear and tear, the landlord is entitled to...

Can I terminate a lease early?

The landlord's failure to give you 24 hours notice is likely insufficient grounds for you to break your obligation of the lease to give 30 days...

If a defect is obvious do I have a case?

Generally speaking, although a seller has a duty to disclose, the buyer has a duty to inspect as well which you correctly stated. The issue here...

I was getting my nails done and they were changing some thing on the ceiling and it fell straight on my head, what should I do?

You should seek medical attention right away if you are injured, and safeguard any evidence (pictures) of the accident. Thereafter, you should...