Can a Judge deny a motion to dismiss an Unlawful Detainer if you vacated the premises before the hearing?
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Answered on January 27, 2017
Once possession is no longer an issue, the UD converts to an ordinary civil action under Civil Code Section 1952.3, so the Court acted correctly in...
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I rented to a couple half of my house with a dividing wall. I don't want them there anymore.
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Answered on January 27, 2017
If they are month-to-month, the easiest approach would probably be to serve an appropriate written termination notice complying with Civil Code...
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What can I do after lease is done and there is a new owner?
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Answered on January 27, 2017
If your lease is expiring, and you have no options to renew or extend, the landlord can immediately file an eviction/unlawful detainer lawsuit if...
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I want to know what my rights are regarding my lease and return of deposit.
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Answered on January 27, 2017
You had the right to terminate your co-tenancy, and leave the remaining co-tenant and the landlord to work things out between themselves. See...
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When a property owner allows his tenant to run a boarding stable with no license or insurance
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Answered on January 27, 2017
Yes, including via a lawsuit for damages and injunctive relief based on nuisance (see e.g. Civil Code Section 3479 and following). However, it...
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What do I do if the owner will not fix a water damaged room or do so in a timely manner
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Answered on January 27, 2017
Have you complained to the local code enforcement agency? In most cities, the agency will promptly send someone out to inspect and to cite the...
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Can i sue this type of behavior?
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Answered on January 27, 2017
You should promptly consult a local landlord-tenant attorney to review the rental agreement and relevant facts.
Depending on the facts and...
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What if my name is not listed on a commercial eviction notice or eviction papers filed?
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Answered on January 27, 2017
Most eviction notices name certain people/business entities, and also contain a reference like "and all other persons in possession." Moreover, if...
What are my rights if the manager at my apartment building is not fixing things at my apartment?
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Answered on January 27, 2017
If the repair items violate applicable health and safety codes (see e.g. Civil Code Sections 1941-1941.1), you can complain to the local code...
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Can squatters stop sheriff's eviction after we already won the unlawful detainer case?
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Answered on January 27, 2017
They can try to delay things, including by seeking a stay of execution form the court, and filing a motion to set aside the default and default...
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