Can I still sue my former tenant for damages if I am ""late" issueing the itemized statement?

The California Supreme Court has ruled that if you are late in accounting for the security deposit, you technically forfeit the right to take...

I need a lawyer that does both landlord/tenant and personal injury

If you want to find a lawyer, use the find a lawyer tab on this site. The & and A part of the site is just to get general advice. Please note...

Breaking rental lease

The presence of rats violates various health and safety codes, and the implied warranty of habitability. See e.g. Civil Code Sections...

What can I do if my landlord didn't sign our lease, and the lease is incorrect?

I'm sorry you and your husband are experiencing this. You are entitled to a copy of the lease under Civil Code Section 1962. In any event,...

What recourse do I have regarding the covenant of quiet enjoyment when conditions suddenly change after 7 of the 9 years...

Under some circumstances, landlords can be liable if they fail to intervene when somebody they have control over (family members, tenants, etc.)...

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If someone is not on a lease but wants to move out after 2 months, do they need to submit a 30 day notice

It isn't clear from your post whether your son is renting from the owner, or whether he is a subtenant of one or more of the other 3 occupants. In...

Moving someone in generally does not constitute subleasing unless the tenant is charging rent. However, it could be a violation of one or more...

How do I sue somebody who says I hurt them, but I didn't and have photos to prove it.

You may be able to sue for defamation. Whether it would be worth the time and expense is debatable. I am reclassifying this question on Avvo, so...

What can I do if I owe $1000 but only have $700 but landlords won't except

The landlord does not have to accept partial payments. If you have been served with a 3-day pay or quit notice under Code of Civil Procedure...

Garage without a kitchen or bath?

Although there are a few exceptions, relocation benefits are generally provided (if at all) by local ordinances-not state law. However, if you have...