What are rules, limits for what association can do by petition? I know we can petition to remove the board & change by-laws.

Generally, everything you describe could be allowed. It all depends on the rules, regulations, bylaws, cc&rs, etc. for your HOA. You may need to...

How do I legally ask my neighbor to pay for cutting roots on my property?

The other answers are correct. But, be careful in doing any cutting on your own. Make sure a qualified arborist does any cutting. Best would be...

Do we need to provide a copy of our rental agreement to our landlord because she 'lost' hers?

Are you required to give your landlord a copy? No. But, why wouldn't you? I can't see any harm coming to you by doing that.

How do you calculate prejudgment interest for a $40k oral contract, where no interest was agreed to, and payment due 1 yr ago?

You can always ask for prejudgment interest, but generally, if there is no agreement for interest or a statute entitling you to it, you might not...

Who is responsible for damages to personal property during residential construction at neighboring property?

The owner, the contractor or some combination of both could be responsible. If you are talking about a few palm trees in pots, the value of any...

I live in a small fourplex. Construction has been going on 6 months longer then the landlord wrote would be. Any compensation?

Check with the building department for any violation of permitted working hours. But, it is my understanding that construction in Los Angeles is...

The simple answer, which you refuse to accept, is that the adjacent owner is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the sidewalk. If an...

I am a teacher, can I be released from my school district contract?

Before quitting, you should talk to your union rep and possibly a local employment attorney to see what implications there might be to just...

What happens if I agree to drop charges for listed terms that both parties sign, but the person breaks his written agreement?

For your fiance's sake, she should contact an attorney to help her draft a proper, binding, settlement agreement. An attorney would be able to put...

I was a contract worker who was dismissed verbally and not paid contract dues. Its almost a year now. I sent several reminders,

You can try and work it out here, but a California attorney might be acting improperly if trying to resolve an Illinois case. If you can't work it...