You can file a petition for decrease in services with the SF Rent Board and seek a reduction in rent. Disclaimer: You should discuss your...

Are there Squatters rights in California?

Only if you have paid the property taxes, been there 5 years and met other criteria, may you make a claim for adverse possession. Disclaimer:...

Is there a statute or code in California requiring the original tenant to show the original lease to the subleasee?

There is no requirement that the master tenant show you the master lease. Disclaimer: You should discuss your situation with a local attorney,...

You can sue the tenant for breach of contract, but you have an obligation to minimize your damages by attempting to re-rent the property. You...

If my landlord is being sued by the city due to a building code violation ,can he evict me for unpaid rent?

The answer depends on whether the outstanding violations are a substantial breach of the warranty of habitability under civil code 1941. In other...

I was fired from my job 1 had a year probation period i had been there 6 months i hurt my hand at work was put on light duty

I agree with my colleague Mr. Sweat that you should immediately consult an attorney to discuss possible claims. I recommend that you speak to 2 or...

MY HUSBAND GOT LAID OFF FROM HIS JOB ON 10-09-09 AND BEEN WITH TEAMSTERS LOCAL 70 FOR 2 YEARS BEFORE HE GOT LAID OFF WHEN HE GOT

You should definitely contact a local attorney just to find out how much it would cost to have someone represent you at the hearing. Given that...

If i'm not convicted of a crime, why is my job firing me?

The answer to your question depends on when the background check was performed and what the status of your criminal charges were at the time they...

You should contact your county bar association for a referral to an employment attorney. Depending on the nature of your work and how much you...

I am in the process of firing my current lawyer. Since I was on a contigency, will the first lawyer be entitled to 40% of...

Generally speaking, most attorneys will have language in their contingency fee retainer agreements that gives them a lien on the case if the client...