What are my rights ?

As counsel has stated previously, further information is necessary as well as a thorough document review. The way title is being held (i.e., Joint...

Can a landlord collect rent from a tenant he's evicting?

The answer depends on whether or not a three-day notice to pay rent or quit was served or a notice to terminate tenancy was served. If it was the...

I would review Civil Code section 1954, as it provides you with the statutory guidelines. Typically it is reasonable to make repairs between...

Yes, a "good cause" reason is required by statute and case law in this situation. See Civil Code section 1954.535. You may wish to consult with...

Can I filed a demurrer to Tenant's answer in Unlawful Detainer case?

You may not want to file a Demurrer, but rather propound discovery, file a Motion for Summary Judgment, or Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings,...

There is no need for an eviction if the tenants vacated the property and surrendered possession to you. If you are not sure that the tenants have...

I want to evict a tenant that rents a room in my home

Based upon the facts, it sounds like you may have a lodger situation. You may wish to consult with counsel to obtain specific legal advice. With...

Is ther a real estate lawyer in Santa Barbara who can help us with a claim against a seller of a home regarding a sewer system?

You should consult with a real estate attorney and have the purchase agreement and disclosures reviewed, and obtain legal advice concerning your...

Landlord/Tenant Deposit.

You should review 250 L.L.C. v. PhotoPoint Corp. (2005) 131 Cal.App.4th 703, 726-727, which details this issue. If the landlord, in good faith,...

There is no requirement to do so, but it is typically done between counsel. If you can get a Stipulation to allow you to file the Second Amended...