If he is a co-tenant, rather than a subtenant, you would normally not be able to evict him. However, you can sue him for breach of contract (in...

Is my eviction legal, i was not served a 30 day notice.

It sounds like a default judgment was improperly entered against you, and that the Sheriff received a writ of execution from the court to enforce...

It is hard to say without knowing more of the facts, and reviewing the relevant papers. However, You might have grounds to bring a noticed motion...

Can I withhold rent for the current month if landlord has not done repairs needed?

It is always safer to pay the full rent on time, but to do so under an express written reservation of rights (i.e. reserving your legal rights,...

What to do when renters want owners to pay for repairs performed without approval?

Subject to my comment below about insurance, I agree with the practical and productive approach suggested by Mr. Moss. If that doesn't work, and...

When served a 30 day notice is a relative allowed to sign it ?

If you don't have an unexpired fixed-term tenancy, the landlord would normally have the right to terminate your tenancy by proper written notice,...

Assuming that your unit is subject to the SF rent control ordinance (and most illegal units are), the landlord is generally barred from reducing...

I received an unlawful detainer on 12/21/16, and now 1/11/17 received a 5 day sheriffs notice, what are my rights?

It sounds like you were sued for unlawful detainer, did not respond, had a default judgment entered against you, and the Sheriff has provided...

The home we lease has become infested with rats and mice. Landlord notified. Nothing being done.

Have you complained to the local code enforcement agency? In most cities, the agency will promptly send someone out to inspect the property, and...

Can the landlord/owner take belongings from a tenant's apartment after a lock out eviction for his own keeping?

The landlord must comply with Civil Code Section 1980 and following with respect to personal property left behind by a tenant. If the landlord...