It would be prudent to pay the rent under express written protest, and expressly reserve your right to sue for a refund. You can amend your lawsuit...

Can my landlord make me move out with 2 week verbal notice?

As you correctly note, under Civil Code Sections 1946-1946.1, you are entitled to at least 60 days written notice. If he is trying to evict you...

I agree with Mr. Moss, but would add that you can refer your landlord to Civil Code Section 1953, which specifically invalidates any waiver of your...

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Does the landlord have the right to evict me and is this legal?

You might be able to assert a defense of waiver or estoppel, assuming that you complied with whatever terms were offered (if the 3-day notice was...

How much and what kind of notice do I have to give to my landlord to tell her that I won't be renewing my 12 month lease?

You are generally not required to give notice if you have a fixed-term lease. However, some leases provide that the tenancy will continue in some...

What are my tenant rights if never got a copy of lease, complained about a cockaroach problem, now gave 3 day pay or quit?

It is always safer to timely comply with a three-day notice, but to pay the rent under express written protest, and expressly reserving your right...

HHow much does it cost to file a unlawful detainer?

The actual filing fees are listed on the court's website. However, it is a very poor idea to proceed without an attorney, especially since unlawful...

Can I remove a rent control tenant in Los Angeles County if I'm selling my property?

You, as the current owner, can only evict for reasons authorized by the rent control ordinance, which do not include a desire to sell the property...

How can I prevent my landlady from providing negative reference on my rental applications as I will look for a new house soon?

You can't prevent her from giving a negative reference, but you can sue her for defamation if the reference is false and defamatory. If she...

My landlord is evicting me with a 60 day notice because he's going out of the rental business. Do I have any defense?

If you are a month-to-month tenant, and not subject to rent control/eviction control, the landlord generally has the right to terminate your...