Does my landlord need to give me notice before filing for unlawful detainer?

You are entitled to either a 3-day cure/quit notice or a 30/60 day notice before she files suit.

What if any rights do I have in regards to contesting a 5 day notice to perform covenant or quit?

The landlord's service of the notice (your post does not say what it is for) does not automatically mean that the dispute will wind up in court....

I have bedbugs now because I complained the owner is filing an UD, what’s the chances of me winning?

I'm sorry you are experiencing this. Your post does not say why/how she is evicting you. Depending on the facts, you may have defenses based on...

Do you have to be a certain amount of days late on your rent in order for the landlord to issue a three day pay or quit?

If you are late, the landlord is normally free to immediately serve a 3-day notice. There is no grace period (unless provided in your lease), and...

I agree with Mr. Chen. However, you may be able to sue your landlord for damages (assuming that the leak was caused by your landlord's negligence...

Can your roommate lock you out when your on the lease

Neither co-tenant or roommate has the right to lock out the other, or to evict the other. You should call the police or your landlord for...

Is this grounds for termination of my lease?

The clause in question is unenforceable under a variety of laws, including Civil Code Section 1953. However, whatever type of claim you wish to...

How do I evict someone from a property if they’re not on lease but have stopped paying rent ?

If your friends paid rent directly to the landlord, then it is possible that they have acquired the status of co-tenants, rather than your...

Do i have the right for rent deduction when landlord took the kitchen away because the city came and she didn't have a permit?

If (as sounds like it is the case) the landlord rented you an illegal unit, you may well be entitled to at least a partial rent refund and other...

I rented this apt a month ago and the shower doesn't work there is no hot water the Windows don't lock etc.

You should immediately complain to the local code enforcement agency. If the agency cites the landlord, that should strengthen your legal position...