The landlord has a right to require every occupant of the apartment over the age of 18 to submit an application prior to moving in (or after they...

My apt. manager gave me a notice saying notice to perform covenant or surrender possession for a stray cat that hangs around our

I concur with Attorney Sullivan that you should provide your landlord notice in writing that the cat does not belong to you. However, to avoid the...

What are the tenants rights for return of security deposit?

The requirement is actually 21 days, or it may be considered bad faith retention of the security deposit, allowing you to sue in small claims court...

Before pursuing any action in court, you need to send your landlord a letter telling her that your lease states that she can enter at any time but...

I was denied unemployment insurance, then I appealed and won, then my former boss appealed and won so how do I get my benefits?

A writ of mandate requires at least some money, even if you represent yourself. The filing fee is approximately $400. You must file a legal...

Unemployment vs Social Security?

Since your eligibility for social security is based upon your age, and not a disability, you should be eligible to receive unemployment benefits as...

Never signed a lease and living in home riddled with problems. Landlord never disclosed condition of home prior to moving in.

Your landlord is not obligated to provide a new lease. When you stay beyond the expiration of the lease and the landlord allows it, your tenancy...

What do i do if i got fired and the offered my job back but declined because my boss wanted to fight me?

You need to file a written appeal within 20 days if you want to contest EDD's decision that you are ineligible for benefits. There are some...

Unlawful detainer

I missed your first question. If the tenant is bringing an ex parte motion (i.e. a motion on shortened time due to exigent circumstances), then...

Can an employer get in trouble for giving me a position, then taking it away 3 months later?

Discrimination is based upon your membership in a protected class (race, gender, age, religion, etc.). There are no special legal protections for...