I'm in the process of purchasing a duplex that I currently rent in Los Angeles, how can I evict tenants?

If the tenancy is subject to LA's RSO, you would need to have good cause under that law, pay relocation benefits, etc. If it is not subject to...

I gave a tenant 3 day notice to pay rent or quit. When do I take possession?

If he has not turned in his key, or otherwise surrendered possession, then the safest approach would be to either file an unlawful detainer or...

We are divorced as of 2 weeks ago and now I am in the process of buying her out. Can I change the locks?

If she is still a co-owner, I would assume that she has the right to enter. However, you should talk about this with your family law attorney.

List of repairs and expected time for execution

You should complain to the local code enforcement agency about items which are potentially dangerous and/or violate applicable habitability...

Can a landlord discuss a eviction to another tenet?

Unless the landlord says something defamatory, or reveals information which he is required to keep private (such as your Social Security number),...

In El Dorado County, can a landlord serve a 3-day notice after he has already served us with a summons & complaint?

If the landlord has served a 3-day notice to pay rent or quit, then you may wish to timely pay the $ demanded (even if the amount is incorrect for...

If there is a contradiction between the notice, and the allegations of the complaint, you may well have grounds to demur for uncertainty. The...

Judge orders me to answer does the clock start that same day?

If there was a problem with the verification, it probably would have been more appropriate to file a motion to strike. As for when the 5 days...

What exactly should I write to the landlord in order to specify that the only way of communication I wish to use is email?

You can certainly express a preference, but the landlord is normally free to communicate in any appropriate way. It may be a good idea,...

I live in a rental and I believe the second unit in the garage may be illegal . How do I find out?

You should be able to check with the city to see if there is a certificate of occupancy for the garage unit. Or you can complain to the local...