How much can a landlord charge for a late fee

Late fees are generally illegal in residential tenancy agreements. However, a properly-drafted liquidated damages clause (which is rare) may be...

How can I prevent being held responsible for past due rent when I haven't lived there for years?

To minimize further potential liability, and to avoid being named in an unlawful detainer, I suggest immediately sending a formal written...

Do I owe my Landlord?

California law generally prohibits contractual penalties (as opposed to a properly-drafted liquidated damages clause), and Civil Code Section...

If the demurrer disposed of all causes of action against, you should be able to obtain a dismissal. However, you need to immediately analyze...

Tenant did not pay rent and filed demurrer against UDL

Regardless of the merits of the demurrer, if the tenant has surrendered possession of the rental unit, then the case should automatically convert...

What can I do to be removed from a lease?

As I understand it, the one year lease expired over two years ago. If so, no one had the right to bind you to a new lease without your consent, so...

Can my granddaughter break her lease if she finds black mold in her apartment?

Many types of mold are unsightly, but not toxic, so it is unclear whether this problem would justify breaking the lease. Has your granddaughter...

Is an apartment lease clause legal which prevents posting of flyers to advocate for lessees' rights?

I agree that "general inspections" are not authorized by Civil Code Section 1954, and that any provision in a residential rental agreement that...

Can I sue my landlord for physical injuries due to cockroach infestation con't

Have you reported the problem to the local code enforcement agency? In most cities, the agency would promptly send someone out to inspect the...

How long will it take for them to evict me after being served the 3 day notice.

As the other attorney explained, the eviction process would take a while. However, you would be much better off somehow getting the money together...