Can a landlord have a sheriff come and evict tenants on the spot without a court order instructing the sheriffs to do so
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Answered on October 02, 2012
With the exception of only one renter living in the same dwelling as the landlord, when the 30 day notice expires the landlord must file with the...
Property rental fraud and Small Claims
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Answered on September 28, 2012
If the subject matter of the contract is illegal (the renting of the garage as living space), the contract is void. You have a claim for...
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My landlord said that I can't sue him in small claims because I cashed my security deposit. He charged two extra days.
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Answered on September 26, 2012
In addition to the comments of the other lawyers who responded to your question, I would like to add a few things:
--Under Civil Code section...
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My girlfriend and I live together. Wev'e been living together about a year+. WQe have broken up and she has locked me out .
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Answered on February 16, 2011
A simple answer is to ask the landlord for another copy of the key.
However, if you think that if you move back in, she might accuse you...
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Rental Lease question
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Answered on February 01, 2011
I respectfully disagree with Mr. Chen, above. You entered into an agreement that required you to do certain things and the landlord to do certain...
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Do you know the code and/or regulating agency that the landlord must comply with regarding missing ventialtion above the oven?
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Answered on December 31, 2010
Regardless of whether the landlord must reinstall the fan equipment, he can not use plastic bags in lieu of properly patching over the hole and...
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Can a landlord withhold a security deposit for damages when there was never a reason given or writing expaining why?
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Answered on November 19, 2010
In addition to the comments above, I would add that under Civil Code section 1950.5(k), the landlord may be liable for a two time penalty for bad...
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What are my rights when a home i rent has been sold under foreclosure and the new owner gives a 3 day notice?
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Answered on September 01, 2010
If you have a lease, the new owner must honor the lease unless s/he wants to move in as his/her residence. If the new owner wants to move in or if...
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I'm seeking advice regarding landlord/tenant issues. I am the tenant and am attempting to serve my x-landlord, but she can't be
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Answered on August 15, 2010
I am afraid I must disagree with my colleague above. A mediation agreement is essentially a contract. If you have reached a mediated settlement...
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WHat can I do to stay in my home for at least 3 months to give me sufficient time to look for a home and to pack our belonging
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Answered on August 14, 2010
If you are the former owner of the property, the new owner can file an eviction lawsuit called an unlawful detainer (UD) if you don't move after...
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