What would constitute as a valid 30 day notice from my landlord?

Termination by text is invalid. The landlord must serve a written notice as provided by Civil Code Sections 1946-1946.1. Waivers of such...

Can I sue my brother in law for an unlawful eviction?

You can sue for wrongful eviction, statutory damages under Civil Code Section 789.3, etc. However, unless you are willing to potentially destroy...

How do I protect myself from an illegal rent increase?

I don't think your city has rent control, but an increase that large would require at least 60 days written notice under Civil Code Section 827....

Do I continue paying rent and utilities?

Destruction of the rental property normally terminates a tenancy (see Civil Code Section 1933). In any event, no rent is owed for a "red-tagged"...

When repairs are made by the tenant and items replaced, can that be added to security deposit owed?

If you believe the landlord did not adequately comply with Civil Code Section 1950.5, you can sue in small claims court. You could try tacking...

What if someone with an apartment lease dies with 7-months left on a rental lease and has no estate?

I will re-post this under probate. I believe that creditor's have standing to initiate a probate proceeding, but don't know whether that would be...

What kind of eviction notice andfor how many days can i give to my tenant who have been there for over 1 yr on a month to month?

You can try a 3-day notice for nuisance under Code of Civil Procedure Section 1161, but would have the burden of proof. Otherwise, you can serve a...

Pest control issue existed before we moved in...and we are the 1st tenant to live in the unit...can we break the lease?

You may well have the right to either terminate the lease under Civil Code Section 1942, or rescind the lease under Civil Code Section 1689 (for...

Under Section 8.22.360A.3 of Oakland's Just Cause for Eviction Ordinance, the landlord can evict if you refuse to sign a new lease for the same...

Probably yes, under Civil Code Section 1942 and the doctrine of constructive eviction. You should promptly consult a local landlord-tenant...