My lease requires 30 days notice to leave, but I would like to leave in 21 days. Can I avoid paying for the last few days?

Think of a lease as the foundation of "what I can and cannot do" in respect to your tenancy. If there is a clause regarding notice of termination...

Does Unlawful Detainer stay on a record permanently even if a tenant wins in a court?

Your question does not make sense. I practice in SF and a UD is brought on usually because of a tenant holding over. This does not normally...

What can I do if my landlord breaks the lease?

Mr. Hopstone is correct. UNLESS, you have addressed this type of situation in the lease in this event. However, it sounds as if this event was...

If a motion to Quash in an unlawful detainer is denied, when is the answer to the UD due?

When you are in court hearing a motion the Judge will ask if you waive notice of the entry of order. Almost every lawyer I know knows to not waive...

Advice on owner move in evictions

Your unit is most likely under rent control. The tenant is also most likely a protected tenant. This does not mean that a no fault eviction...

I have dealt with this issue several times. What would have been nice is if you made a written request for accommodation after receiving the...

Litigation (Breach of contract): Can I sue an Internet based company in my state if contract does not mention jurisdiction?

I know you want a simple answer but it just isn't that easy. Lawyers, for approximately four months in law school, discuss the ins and outs as...

Is it illegal for a landlord to raise rent or tack on late fees when ever they want ?

First, you should memorialize your understanding what the terms of your tenancy and have you guys agree on them. Changes in rental terms are...

Can a building owner evict me because they claim they didn't know what my business activities, even if they were disclosed?

Well, Mr. Kane covered it. Top notch answer.

Eviction question

The 3-Day Notice was most likely for your breach. The 30-Day notice is to terminate the tenancy regardless of the breach if a tenant lived in the...