I have a 7 yr lease. i am paying higher than market rent. building has gone into receivership. can i re-negotiate lease...w/ who

The receiver is the entity with the power to renegotiate, but why would they? You are contractually bound at the higher rate for 7 years. You...

How long can an ex-creditor continue to charge interest?

They can continue to charge interest at the contract rate or the legal rate if no contract rate, until paid. If they get a judgment they are...

Question: Would a leasee have to give 30 days notice if they plan on not renewing thier lease?

Not legally. Common courtesy, yes. Your remedy to rudeness or procrastination is to serve them with 30- day notice on Aug. 1. That will get them...

Security deposit question

Civil Code 1950.5 specifies the requirements for returning a security deposit and deducting for cleaning and repairs. Landlord has to give...

I'm in the military and they're making me move from CA to KY, can I as custodial parent take the child with me?

You need agreement of noncustodial parent or a court order. If they do not agree you will need to file an OSC re Modification of Custody and...

For a "Notice of Case Management Conference" in Ca, is it possible to file for an extension?

These CMC's can be continued by agreement of the parties. Ask other side if they will move it. If yes, prepare written stipulation and submit to...

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Can I start a "similar" business, the same like my previous employer?

Even if you signed a noncompete with your former employer, it will not be enforced in CA as it did not involve a sale of the business. As long as...

I want to file a small claims on someone in the bay area, Can I file it in Sacramento?

Your problem may be with venue. A suit for breach of contract can only be brought where defendant resides, where contract was breached or where...

Can the landlord turn off utilities in his name while I am still in possession of the property?

Landlord turning off utilities violates Civil Code 789.3. He is liable for fines of $100 per day for each day utilities are not on, actual...

How can a father file their daughter on their taxes

The court can issue an order as to which parent gets to claim the child as a dependent. If no order is made, it becomes an accounting issue. You...