Who is responsible 4 driveway that was done by previous tenant?

A tenant ordinarily is not required to repair defects unless they were his fault. So, unless you contractually agreed to make those repairs, you...

Slander/defamation is actionable, as are trespass, nuisance, etc. Whether it is worth pursuing those claims is unclear, especially if there are...

My tenant only gave me a 7 day notice that she is moving out, am i entitled to keep the entire last months rent?

Handle the deposit as provided in Civil Code Section 1950.5, including by timely providing a written accounting with respect to any deductions...

Gave roommate his 30 day notice on a month to month lease, he’s showing his lawyer. Did I do something wrong?

I can't tell from your post whether the notice was valid or not. It had to comply with Civil Code Sections 1946-1946.1, including by giving 60-days...

If I am served with eviction papers, and the server forced through my window for contact; is this considered properly served?

Even though the process server acted illegally (and may be subject to arrest, and a civil lawsuit), it sounds like you may have been validly...

California law generally does not regulate a tenant's right to have guests. Consequently, unless this right is regulated by your rental agreement,...

Can my co-tenant withhold her portion of the rent in an attempt to coerce me into giving our landlord 30 days notice?

The lease was a contract both with you and the landlord, so if your co-tenant breaks the lease or leaves without proper notice, she is still...

Should I turn in and sign a return of premises letter to a mall when I am breaking a temporary short term lease 3 months early?

You might try to negotiate a settlement with the landlord, rather than simply turning in the keys. Depending on the language of your lease, you...

What are my rights as a tenant? Can I demand they take care of it

Unless the presence of the rodents is somehow your fault, the landlord is responsible. See e.g. Civil Code Sections 1941-1941.1. Have you tried...

Can landlord or workers be arrested or charged for vandalism for damaging my stuff during work? ?

Vandalism requires intent - not just negligence. And I think many police departments/DAs would see it as a low priority crime anyhow (as opposed...