I agree with Mr. Moss' good advice, but would note that if your tenancy is subject to rent control/eviction control, you should not sign a lease...

If someone has been living with me for four months and I know t that she is stealing from me and want to evict her how can I ge

If the person has been paying rent, or otherwise become a tenant, then you would have to give proper written notice (probably under Civil Code...

We need to know if we have a case against, Neighboring tenant, property management, and landlord for harassment and retaliation

You may well have claims against the landlord for retaliation (see Civil Code Section 1942.5), violating your quiet enjoyment rights (including by...

Residential rental agreements have an implied warranty of habitability, and it is generally the landlord's responsibility to deal with plumbing,...

Can a counterclaim be made for frivolous damage suit?

The remedy for a frivolous lawsuit is normally malicious prosecution, and you can't sue for that until after the landlord's lawsuit has been...

How long does a owner have to hold on to property or personal belonging after "lock out" ?

You should follow the procedures laid out in Civil Code Section 1980 and following, including giving the notice provided under Civil Code Section...

Partner and i are both on lease, and both want the other to move after break up

I would add to Mr. Moss' good suggestions that you consult a local landlord-tenant attorney, including to find out whether the tenancy is subject...

What can i do my landlord is not complying with stipulated court order for rodent control and code enforcement warnings

It is hard to say what your remedies are under the stipulated order, but they would normally include being able to have the court issue an order to...

Verbal eviction

I agree with Mr. Moss' good advice, and would also note that if you accepted rent after learning of the lease violations, you may have waived any...

Does my landlord have to fix my tub that will not drain

You should consider complaining to the local code enforcement agency about the problem. You could also consider invoking the "repair and deduct"...