My landlord withheld $175 from my deposit, for normal 'wear and tear', without an itemized statement of charges. What can I do?

The law which is relevant to the itemized security deposit is Civil Code 1950.5 which specifically states what kinds of charges can be made on a...

How can i defeat the habitability defense raised by my tenant

It is wise to seek the aid of an attorney in your defense to these habitability claims. Habitability is a defense that can be raised to an unlawful...

I need to know the statute of imitations on late fees for rent in los angeles, ca.

The answer to this question is it depends. There is a distinction in the law between rent and late fees to which past due rent can subject a tenant...

What forms do I need to file a modification of custody and visitation?

The forms that are necessary for a modification of custody and visitation is listed on the CA Selfhelp website. In addition, the family law...

What kind of documentation should I keep as I go forward with my divorce/custody case in CA?

it is tough to state with any particularity any documents that you should keep without knowing more information. Generally, it is important to keep...

I am currently a landlord of a 6 bedroom property and I desperately want to evict one of the tenants.

This is a tough situation to provide any advise on what rights the tenants have without being able to review the lease which governs the tenancy....

Can a landlord force a tenant to pay for a carbon monoxide detector & installation?

My colleagues have given great recommendations in how to proceed with this situation that you are facing. Although the detectors can be quite...

I want to give custody of my child to his grandparents but I still want to have rights, How do I do it?

It is important to discuss these matters with a local family law attorney who can help address the matters which are important to you. it sounds...

The terms of which notice is to be given are dictated by the lease that was entered into. If there is no terms in the lease which require notice to...

Can I ask for new carpet after 8 yrs of living here...when I moved in the carpet was old and worn out and now its lifting....

I agree with Mr. Kane. Generally, there is no obligations of the landlord to fix the carpet during the duration of the tenancy. Try to resolve in...