California landlord wants tips on how to best plan to win unlawful detainer court case against problem tenant?

I will come right out and say it: I won't talk to anyone who already has an attorney with possibly one exception: the occasional client who wants...

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I am in the process of writing a verification request letter to the debt collector.

There is no "right" answer for this question. However, I would demand documentation from the creditor and decide on your next move after you have...

We rent an apt.. Flea problem Pest control sprayed. Stains under our table were left on the wood floors.Are we responsible?

The tenant is responsible for all damage beyond normal wear and tear caused to the apartment by the tenant or his quests. If what you did was...

Do we continue with same lawyer to help w/collection agency issues that helped us remove bank levy? Or should we file bankruptcy

One more comment to Mr. Stempler's excellent advice. Does the complaint allege an attorneys fees provision in the contract between the parties? ...

The first rule is, for the most part, the law does not restrict the parties' right to negotiate the terms of their contracts. This means the...

Do not peremptorily assume the landlord will do nothing about your complaint. Talk to him. If you are a good and long standing tenant, believe me...

What to do if the judgement debtor claims he will file his own satisfaction of judgment with the court.

The debtor is blowing smoke. He doesn't know what he is talking about. Most likely the clerk will reject the satisfaction of judgment if it does...

My landlord is an attorney and a broker, I leased a town home as a live/work space but it is against HOA rules

I think it necessary to look at the terms of your rental agreement before anyone could make a knowledgeable decision in this case. Is there a...

A three day notice was taped to my door on a tues, a notice of certified mail delivery after not received- am I legally served?

You are incorrect. The 3-day period begins to run from date of mailing, not date of receipt. To require otherwise would make it almost impossible...

I have several issues with my apartment, what can I do ??

The answer to your question depends upon what you want. You may terminate your lease and vacate immediately. You may repair and deduct, or you...

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