Relocation Fees

Unless the tenancy is subject to a local rent control/eviction control ordinance (and I don't believe Palo Alto has one), it should be possible for...

Can I claim that BY the landlord actions of filing eviction notice that he is arbitrarily discriminating against me?

Regardless of what defenses you may have, you need to file a timely response to the lawsuit with the court, or you may be evicted without a...

Unless you are somehow responsible for whatever it is that needs to be repaired, the landlord should normally absorb all of the expenses, and any...

I agree with the other attorneys, but would also note that if there were material non-disclosures or misrepresentations, you might have the right...

Hello, I need some advice with my rights as a tenant in regards to a fire that was caused by the landlord's negligence

You should promptly consult a local landlord-tenant attorney about your possible claims, which may include damages for nuisance, negligence,...

My brother and i own a residential property together where i now live and he is trying to evict me. Is this legal?

Co-owners of a property have a non-exclusive right to occupy, and neither co-owner has the right to evict or exclude the other. You should...

Can landlord demand extra payment for utilities when the lease has landord paying all utilities? Can landlord restrict guests?

Many granny/in-law units are illegal, and lack the required certificate of occupancy. Your mother may wish to check with the city about that,...

Can can a landlord keep my security deposit if I've been evicted and fighting it in court for back pay even though they're not ?

The landlord only has the right to deduct from your security deposit as provided by Civil Code Section 1950.5, but generally doesn't have to refund...

My previous landlord sent me a final bill said that he need me to pay over 4000 bucks to change the hardwood, will I win?

I'm sorry you are experiencing this. It is not clear from your post whether the landlord is subtracting this from your security deposit (in...

Can i evict a tenant/roommate ?

If you are the owner/landlord, then you could evict him after the lease expires. If you are his co-tenant, only the owner would have legal standing...