My UD case was DWOP 4 months after being filed. The eviction process stops as a result?

Yes. However, if the dismissal was without prejudice, then depending on the facts (e.g. whether the landlord accepted rent after serving a...

Unless the city red-tags the unit, or otherwise directly orders you to leave, you have the right to stay until your tenancy is validly...

What constitutes "Landlord Harrassment"?

The property is yours until the tenancy terminates, and if the yard was included in your tenancy, the landlord does not have the right to dig up...

Do I still have to pay rent ? How long do I have to move out?

I agree with Mr. Moss, but would add that the right of the landlord, realtors, etc. to enter your rental home is strictly limited by Civil Code...

Can my landlord ask me to pay full month rent when my lease is up in the middle of the month?

I agree with Mr. Moss, but would add a couple of thoughts. If you have not already done so, complain to the local code enforcement agency about...

Although a notice may be served by posting/mailing under Code of Civil Procedure Section 1162, serving a summons and complaint by posting and...

How can I get help?

I'm sorry you are experiencing this. Where-as here-the landlord is placed on notice that one set of tenants is engaging in nuisance activities...

SOLE ROOM RENTER IN A HOUSE ALSO OCCUPIED BY LANDLADY. DOES THE PRESENCE OF A LEASE AGREEMENT MAKE ME A TENANT INSTEAD OF LODGER

If you have an unexpired fixed-term lease, then the owner can't evict you without cause. If you are month-to-month, and a lodger as defined by...

You are only responsible for damage, etc. if it is your fault, and goes beyond ordinary wear and tear. If the landlord improperly withholds...

Is this legal?

Lockouts and the other behavior you describe are illegal and actionable, including under Civil Code Section 789.3. In some cities, the police will...