What can I do about mold in my apartment from a busted water heater?

I'm sorry you are experiencing this. You should promptly complain to the local code enforcement agency. In most cities, the city will send out...

What can I do when landlord doesn't resolve issues?

A landlord has a duty to intervene when placed on notice that one tenant is engaging in nuisance activities and/or violating the quiet enjoyment...

My "ex-tenant" refuses to take his belongings . What Should I Do?!

The most conservative approach would probably be to give a notice of belief of abandonment as per Civil Code Section 1951.3, and follow the...

Adverse Possession - Phantom Landlord

Adverse possession takes several years, and has several necessary elements, including somehow placing the owner on notice that you are possessing...

Can a landlord evict without notice if they find mold?

I agree with Mr. Martz, and urge you to promptly consult a local landlord-tenant attorney. However, if you are month-to-month, the landlord's...

I agree with Mr. Moss' suggestions, and would further suggest that you promptly consult a local landlord-tenant attorney to get a better sense of...

If I'm not on the lease and my roommate tries to take me to small claims to pay for the last remaining month, will they win?

It sounds like you were basically a subtenant, under an oral month-to-moth agreement. In any event, if you moved without giving at least 30...

We are infested with rats in the house we are renting. What can we do

I'm sorry you are experiencing this. Applicable law (including Civil Code Sections 1941-1941.1) require the landlord to keep the house in...

Can a landlord alter a 3 day notice?

Retaliatory threats, eviction notices, etc. are prohibited by Civil Code Section 1942.5, and sometimes by local rent control ordinances as well....

My landlord is threatening me with a 3 day eviction, but has not previously given to me any written notice to vacate.

Since you have been a tenant for well over a year, you are entitled to at least 60 days written notice under Civil Code Sections 1946-1946.1....