I just saw a 6 year old in a national spelling bee contest. She was competing against young teenagers. My guess is this spelling champion is smart...

How do I deal with landlord construction

I assume that you have already complained to your landlord. If you haven't do so in writing. You might be able to obtain a rent rebate in small...

What is a application to entry of default

After a tenant is served with a copy of the summons and complaint, he or she must file a responsive pleading. If the tenant fails to file a...

If you all signed the lease together, you cannot legally ask Bill to leave. He has a right to the apartment just as much as you do. However, if...

Can landlord keep tenant's deposit if the tenant break the lease and moved out before the termination date of the lease in SF?

Assuming that the email notice is a proper written notice to vacate, you should start re-renting the premises on February 20. You cannot claim...

Can I install a surveillance camera outside my residential rental unit?

In general, you pay rent for the right to use and occupy your apartment. While you have the exclusive right to possess your apartment, you share...

"Last month security deposit"

Unfortunately, you must pay your rent and can't simply tell the landlord to keep the deposit. It seems unfair, but there is a purpose for not...

What is the estimated average cost of an appeal in a civil case?

If the appeal is limited to one single legal issue, the legal fees should be low. All your attorney would need to do is file one brief and possibly...

How do I enforce a non monetary judgement in Santa Rosa california?

How you enforce a non-monetary judgment depends on what that judgment is. Insist on satisfaction of the non-monetary judgment before releasing...

Can I get evicted and get kick out short notice?

You do not have to leave within 24 hours. You are entitled to a 3 day notice to pay rent or vacate the premises. Even then, you might have some...