Do I have a case?

I would recommend Small Claims Court, if you do sue.

It may be res judicata if you can prove that the claim was already fully adjudicated. It seems like they may be seeking damages from later months...

Affirmative defense to an affirmative defense?

HI. I think I understand. You have filed suit for wrongful eviction. Landlord defending. Liability may or may not be disputed. But, damages...

IN SanFranciscoCA I HAVE PAID100%OF MY RENT THROUGH SECTION8 for3years. CAN LANDLORD UNLAWFUL DETAINER ME FOR UTILITIES ONLY?

I do not recommend withholding anything. Puts you on the defensive. Be on the offensive with a good ADA lawyer.

What to do; I received a Notice to Defendants regarding an unlawful detainer complaint; didnt receive Summons.

It seems that they sued you anyway. They have your check but have not processed it. If you can prove these facts you may have a complete...

When proper notice is given, landlord has a right to enter even without your permission or presence. However, that does not give him the right to...

Can a landlord in CA force every "roommate" over the age of 18 to sign a lease?

Depends on whether the unit comes under our local ordinance. Was it built after 1979? If so, it is exempt. They cannot force anyone to sign...

In San Francisco, if a tenant loses an eviction case and vacated the property, are they entitled to security deposit back?

The landlord is entitled to deduct unpaid rent from the security deposit. He should, however, comply with the statute that requires him to...

Isn't the landlord responsible for fixing the pipe and waste tank underneath the kitchen sink, when it's broken?

It is the landlord's responsibility to repair. i do not recommend withholding rent, as that will put you on the defensive. Call the local...

It can last all day. Are you paying by the hour? Not percentage? SAM