I received a unlawful detainer - eviction.

If the landlord served a complaint on you, you must respond within five days if served personally. There is no requirement for the landlord to...

The notice can be served as usual - in this case by posting and mailing if the tenant is not at home. It is irrelevant whether the tenant is in...

The tenant is responsible for cost of repair or remediation of all damage to the rental beyond normal wear and tear. A bed bug infestation is...

They want to garnish my wages iam a singal mom i cost sighed for x husband 13 years ago the 500 down and 175 per month can it be

What do you mean, "They want to garnish my wages"? Is there a judgment against you? Have they served an order on your employer? Or is some...

Correct forms to use to Answer UD? How much for filing in OC, California?

Yes, use UD 105 for sure. You may use MC-025 or you can use local forms L-0982 and/or L-0983 depending upon what your affirmative defenses are. ...

How to answer UD complaint for non payment of rent ? Can't find any affirmative defenses that will suit the case.

For non-payment of rent, your primary defenses are: payment (or tender of payment) within the 3-day period after notice was served on you,...

Can I sue my former tenant to recover attorney fees and expect to win?

Do you mean you only claim against this tenant is for attorneys fees you paid to find out your rights? I suppose you could take the former tenant...

Can judgment creditor subpoena documents from a third party?

Yes, you have broad subpoena powers, however why bother? Simply garnish the payments. If it works, great, if not, then you can take it to the...

I own a building and a non-owner has served my tenants with unlawful detainers, what should I do?

This is not a landlord/tenant situation. It is for a good real estate attorney, not the same thing. It also is a very interesting situation, for...

Why would I get a summons if my landlord extended my rent to August 30th?

If you were served a summons and complaint, you must file your response within five days if served personally, within 15 days if you were served by...