Some cities have enacted bans on smoking on private property, but I don't think El Monte is one of them. Even if there is such a ban, a person...

You are the owner now, and the problem occurred now, so you will have some liability. But, your homeowner's insurance should cover the claim, so...

How to deal with harassment?

If the person is in your neighbor's apartment, it is up to the neighbor to deal with it. They can call the police if he is a trespasser and they...

Can I sue my downstairs neighbor for emotional distress?

Nope. It does not matter what the motivation of your downstairs neighbor is. You violated the provisions of the cc&rs, bylaws,rules, etc. that...

Can we do anything about an awful visitor who our neighbor won't let into his apartment?

Ask, in writing, that your landlord take care of this issue. You can also call the police the next time she shows up. If it keeps happening and...

My previous question of a failed slope adjacent to my house. the slope is maintained by my HOA received many good responses.

I don' t know what your prior question was, but if a slope failed and it is the HOA's responsibility, and your property has been damaged by that,...

How to calculate nuisance for a Landlords Failure to maintain property in good time and abide by city building inspectors?

You could try calling the health department. If there are habitability issues, they will issues violation notices and force the landlord to...

Can a claim for emotional distress be made in small claims, in a breach of contract for shuttle service?

Generally, emotional distress damages are not available in connection with breach of contract claims. If you paid for the service, and they gave...

Can a seller of single family detached resident terminate a purchase agreement without cause?

Generally, the written terms of an agreement will govern, and verbal terms that are not included in the written agreement will be given no...

Which small claims court will be applicable for return of security deposit

I agree that Fremont/Alameda County is the proper place to file the claim. But, you could always take the chance that the landlord won't challenge...