Can a landlord deduct lost rent from security deposit?

The allowable deductions from a residential security deposit are laid out in Civil Code Section 1950.5, and do include unpaid rent. However, the...

I just found out that I have a unlawful detainer on my record the landlord sold the building and I was never served anything

Unless your tenancy is subject to a local rent control/eviction control ordinance, the landlord generally has the right to terminate a...

Do I have to reimburse the tenant for their couch that was damaged by mold upon move out .?

The tenants would normally have to prove that you were somehow at fault for the problem in order for you to have any liability (e.g. that you were...

What happens when a final judgement for eviction is entered? The judgement was in 2004 for $7000.00 now in 2013 it's more.

If you were not properly served with process, or the judgment was void for some other reason, you may still be able to institute legal proceedings...

My responsibility or landlords?

Unless the landlord can somehow prove that the broken window was your fault, it is his responsibility. See e.g. Civil Code Sections...

A residential landlord is generally not required to provide a/c, so malfunctioning a/c normally would not be a breach of the implied warranty of...

Can I sue my landlord for not having a back door?

If you think your unit does not comply with applicable health and safety codes - including the fire code - you should complain to the local code...

The landlord served me with 3 day notice. They accepted the rent after 3rd day, however, filed UD case after payment failed.

Acceptance of rent would normally waive the notice and/or create a new tenancy. However, if the check bounced, it is at least arguable that this...

My rights as tenant about rent increase

I'm sorry you are experiencing these issues. Unless your unit is subject to a local rent control/eviction control ordinance, the landlord is...

I agree with my colleagues - a tenant normally is normally required to keep paying rent after receiving a termination notice, unless there is some...