Questions answered by James Coy Driscoll

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Can new owners of the property im staying at can make me move wit out giving me a relocation fee

James's answer | Answered on March 31, 2014

Your home is likely subject to the LA Rent Stabilization Ordinance. If so, the landlords must have one of the Just causes listed in the Ordinance...

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Landlord withheld mail for a few days, surpassing my time to file an answer to an unlawful detainer notice. what do i do?

James's answer | Answered on March 28, 2014

You need to speak with a tenants' attorney immediately. If your default has been entered, you will need to do a motion to set aside the default. ...

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I live in an apt. and received a 3-day "Notice to Cure Breach or Quit" related noise from my 10-year old.

James's answer | Answered on March 28, 2014

Contact a tenant's lawyer immediately. It is illegal to discriminate against children (and their usual activities) in housing. I would recommend...

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Any action to take for exposure to toxic air at my rented apartment from a neighboring bbq business?

James's answer | Answered on March 27, 2014

Make a complaint to the LA County Health Dept. Below is a link to their on-line complaint form.

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County planner will not approve my application because home occupation doesnt not allow foot traffic

James's answer | Answered on March 27, 2014

While I agree with Mr. Hirsch's advice, i would add that you should immediately consult with a land use lawyer. Planning and zoning issues tend to...

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Do I as a tenant renting a room have any rights since the I just found out the house was foreclosed and sold.

James's answer | Answered on March 25, 2014

The first thing you need to do is to get a copy of the ENTIRE court file. You should be at the courthouse when it opens tomorrow morning to do so....

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Rent increase

James's answer | Answered on March 24, 2014

I agree with Mr. Kane's comments. In addition, any rent increase notice MUST be in writing to have legal effect. LA rent control may also prohibit...

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3 day notice to quit for nuisance. Landlord elects to forfeit lease. I paid rent for 3 more months. What is effect of payment?

James's answer | Answered on March 23, 2014

Tenants in rent controlled units in Santa Monica have many rights against eviction. Landlords will often lie, or do anything else required to get...

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Landlord refuse to rent because I have Multiple sclerosis, is that against ada law or unlawful

James's answer | Answered on March 19, 2014

How do you know that your medical condition for refusing to rent to you? Did the landlord say so? If he did, did the do it in writing or in the...

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Quiet Enjoyment question about neighbors and domestic violence. Would this qualify?

James's answer | Answered on March 17, 2014

Your landlord has a duty to not allow his property to be used to interfere with the rights of others. By continuing to allow your neighbor to...

James Coy Driscoll's Answers (1529)

Can new owners of the property im staying at can make me move wit out giving me a relocation fee

Landlord withheld mail for a few days, surpassing my time to file an answer to an unlawful detainer notice. what do i do?

I live in an apt. and received a 3-day "Notice to Cure Breach or Quit" related noise from my 10-year old.

Any action to take for exposure to toxic air at my rented apartment from a neighboring bbq business?

County planner will not approve my application because home occupation doesnt not allow foot traffic

Do I as a tenant renting a room have any rights since the I just found out the house was foreclosed and sold.

Rent increase

3 day notice to quit for nuisance. Landlord elects to forfeit lease. I paid rent for 3 more months. What is effect of payment?

Landlord refuse to rent because I have Multiple sclerosis, is that against ada law or unlawful

Quiet Enjoyment question about neighbors and domestic violence. Would this qualify?