I am a victim of landlord fraud rental scam. Now owner trying to get me out without helping me procescute imposter.

I'm sorry you are experiencing this. It is not clear from the facts how the imposter got possession of the house to rent to you. However, if you...

CCan I sue my landlord for trying to evict me because he failed to correct the problems in the Hazardous issues like the septic

You may well have a claim for retaliatory eviction under Civil Code Section 1942.5. However, if the landlord is seeking to evict you for some...

Is it legal for a lease to automatically renew for an additional year in L.A. county?

It is hard to say without reading it, but such provisions are normally valid, and usually give you the option of giving notice if you don't want to...

Can I sue for breach of a lease that was confirmed in writing by email? ?

I suggest you complain to the California DFEH. You may well have a valid claim for discrimination on the basis of your disability.

How should I handle an eviction notice?

If you withhold rent, don't comply with a subsequent 3-day notice, and then are faced with defending an unlawful detainer, it will be up to the...

Common area

Assuming that the door leads to a common area, such as a hallway, as opposed to into a particular rental unit, you have a right of access. If...

I have received a retaliatory rent increase that has a paper trail to more than prove retaliation. What should I do?

If the landlord has illegally retaliated, you should have both a defense - and possible claims - under Civil Code Section 1942.5 (and perhaps other...

If you received the notice in retaliation for making a complaint, you may have a defense under Civil Code Section 1942.5. In general, however, a...

How can we protect our mother's home if she dies and her friend is living in the house without paying rent?

It is unclear from the facts whether the friend would be legally considered to be a guest/licensee, or a tenant. However, in either case, occupancy...

Any one experienced with real estate laws in Santa Clara County? Can you tell me if we have a claim?

If the seller/realtor knew about the flooding/leak issue, and did not disclose before purchase, you may well have a claim for fraud, and the...