How long does it take to file and receive stamped unlawful detainer ?

Assuming the tenant didn't comply with the 3-day notice, you would be entitled to immediately file an unlawful detainer. You may wish to follow...

Landlord wants to check my apartment 2 times a year?

I agree with Mr. Elkins that it is generally a good idea to cooperate with a landlord's reasonable requests for entry. However, the legal answer to...

If original lease expires on a current date but on exceptions it says lease will automatically renew is that valid?

The first question is whether the tenancy is subject to LA's RSO. If so, you can only evict for one of the reasons authorized by that law - whether...

Do I have a reasonable claim to prove my landlord withheld my deposit in bad faith?

Because the landlord didn't timely comply with Civil Code Section 1950.5, the landlord is not entitled to withhold anything. However, the landlord...

Do I have tenant rights with a verbal agreement with the owner and payment of rent in exchange for my managing the property?

If it is just your word against theirs (e.g. because you have no corroborating emails, witnesses, etc.), then it would be up to the judge/jury to...

Property owner text me last night at 11:45pm stating water will be shut off at 8 am no explanation ? He never stated why ?

Retaliation is illegal and actionable under Civil Code Section 1942.5. Shutting off utilities to try to force you out is also actionable under...

Can I get evicted for late fees even though I've had mice, holes & bedbugs since I moved in Feb '18?

Late fees are generally unenforceable in residential tenancies. Orozco v. Casimiro (2004) 121 Cal.App.4th Supp 7. However, it is always safer to...

How can I evict when 60dsy notice up but tenants unacceoted rent is later sent via registered mail and mail accepted but check v

Accepting mail is not accepting/cashing a check. Promptly return the check, and proceed with the unlawful detainer if the tenant has not left.

You can sue in small claims court under Civil Code Section 1950.5 to contest any improper deductions, such as dinging you for ordinary wear and...

Do I need to move my motorcycle from my paid-for garage spot?

Unless there is some ambiguity or other defect in the language used (you may wish to have an attorney review the relevant documents), the...