The landlord's rights would depend on a number of factors, including whether the dismissal was with or without prejudice. If the dismissal was...

Can a landlord make you move out to fix a reported problem?

The landlord normally can't terminate your tenancy without giving a proper 30/60 day written notice under Civil Code Sections 1946-1946.1. However,...

My son-in-law and family are classified lodgers and are in the process of a divorce.

If you are renting to multiple people, then you can't use the lodger remedy provided under Civil Code Section 1946.5. Instead, you'd have to give...

I agree with Mr. Chen, but would add that you may have remedies against your roommate, including seeking a restraining order under Code of Civil...

I live in a duplex and they are selling the unit and raising my rent and I can't afford to move. I live in Sacramento ca.?

Unless there is a local ordinance requiring the landlord to pay such a fee, the answer is normally no. However, in some cities, social service...

If you rent from your mom and she wants to put a restraining order on me do I have to move out or does she have to give me a 30

If you are a rent-paying tenant/lodger, as opposed to a guest, you would normally be entitled to a written termination notice (normally 30-60 days...

Contract in bold letters say lease 2 years she also has it month to month and wants us out because some smoked in my yard

If you have an unexpired fixed-term lease, the landlord could only evict for certain limited reasons (such as nuisance, non-payment of rent, or...

What happens when a unlawful detainer has stopped, what is the next step?

The landlord is required to comply with Civil Code Section 1950.5 (the law concerning security deposits for residential tenancies) regardless of...

If I return the keys to a condo that I rented, does that end the agreement/lease?

If the landlord accepted keys and possession, you should have no liability for any future issues, especially since liability would normally require...

Can I sue my manager for not having a live on manger for so many units

You might have a viable claim for injunctive relief under Business and Professions Code Section 17200 - at least if the lack of staffing is causing...