Questions answered by Joseph Emmett Lounsbury

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Is there anything I can do legally to prevent my neighbor from dumping his trash into my patio?

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 20, 2016

You have several options.. If this is a apartment complex, one option this is to talk to the property manager/leasing office about the issue.

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How do I get rid of freeloaders that will potentially damage and drain my resources before 30 days. And they refuse to pay rent.

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 19, 2016

This is a stressful situation. The good new, it is resolvable. The bad news, it will likely take some time to get Bren and her boyfriend out. First...

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The Landlord Is trying get me out of my place.?

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 19, 2016

Generally, if the tenant does not pay rent, then a landlord can serve a "3-day-notice to pay rent or quit" on the tenant. If the tenant does not...

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Should I legally be given a 60 day notice? Could they just change the numbers if I bring up the 10% California law?

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 18, 2016

Whether a tenant is entitled to notice depends on the type tenancy the tenant has. From your hypo, it is unclear whether you have a Periodic...

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Neighbor caught my landlord trying to manipulate the switchbox to cut the power in my room how illegal is this?

Joseph's answer | Answered on April 18, 2016

There are specific statutes that address this type of conduct by landlords, and you might be entitled to civil penalties for the landlord's...

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