How can I get my sublease explained to me?

What language specifically is troubling you? You can contact a lawyer to review your sub-lease and explain it to you. Marcus W. Morales,...

My wife's ex husband led us to believe that he was a lawyer

I agree with my colleague. Practicing law without a license is illegal as the Unauthorized Practice of Law (UPL). Yet, if your husband represented...

Can a landlord break year lease agreement due to sale of property?

The lease will be binding on the new owners unless; (1) the lease states otherwise; (2) you are current and remain current on all rental payments;...

Property Management reluctance to repair main plumbing line to street. What are my options.

Have a lawyer review your lease and your correspondence with your landlord. Although you may be entitled to a repair and deduct option, 90% of the...

What if tenant told us they sent out money orders to pay rent but they actually cashed money orders out themselves?

Serve a 3-day pay or quit notice. After that file a UD lawsuit against them. The tenants will start to take yiu seriously after serving the 3-day...

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I filed a UD action and Defendant filed a cross-complaint. What is my recourse?

Cross-complaints are not allowed in unlawful detainers because they are summary proceedings to determine possession of real property. A tenant...

Yes you can withhold from tenants security deposit for this. Get an estimate to fix the damage and use that amount. Attach the estimate to the...

If a divorce final judgment states and I quote "...spousal support shall be paid, continuing until death of either party,

No. It means support will last until death or remarriage of your ex. A marriage lasting ten years or more may have spousal support last longer than...

My wife hired a lawyer without me knowing to file a auto injury claim. How do I make sure the claim is handled as marital assets

Any settlement or judgment is community property entitling you to 50% upon dissolution. When you hire a divorce attorney make him aware of the...

Court appointed defender for an unlawful detainer trial?

No court appointed attorneys in unlawful detainer cases. If you are low income you may be able to have legal aid represent you. If you are...