How do I get the people that sold a house to me off the premises now that escrow has closed and the proceeds have been released?

You will likely need to file unlawful detainer proceedings against the holdover sellers if they do not surrender possession voluntarily. Before you...

Are these affirmative defenses in his answer valid? Or is this standard practice for opposite side to confuse?

The affirmative defenses appear to be standard. They may or may not apply, depending upon the particular circumstances of your case. As noted in...

Do I have to legally respond to a "discovery" that was received today if my court date for an unlawful detainer is on Thursday?

I agree with Attorney Smith that you have no obligation to respond. However, to be safe, I would serve written objections to the discovery.

The safest course is to complete the eviction through the sheriff. If you have not already done so, you should try to contact the tenant and...

You can hire anyone. It is not illegal for you to do so but it fraught with potential issues. It is illegal for an unlicensed contractor to do...

Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 1947.3, electronic transfer cannot be the sole form of rent payment. Landlord must allow Tenant to pay...

Does California Attachment Law Section 483.010(c) - allow claim against commercial tenant if an individual?

I agree with Mr. Spirtos. Generally speaking, a commercial landlord can obtain a writ of attachment against a commercial tenant who signed the...

Hello, Who is responsible for repairs? landlord or tenant? Thank you

The lease will control. In my experience, this is typically a tenant obligation. Smart to look for possible insurance coverage.

Purchasing real estate with parents?

You should consult with a local attorney to determine the best way to structure this transaction. A written agreement is a must. Family and money...

I am being sued by a cc company. It is a civil lawsuit. I need to know what form I use to file my written response?

You should consult with a local attorney. The attorney may be able to provide the appropriate response forms and help you complete them. You may...