How do I recoup my security deposit, when my former landlord refuses to pay it?

Given the amount involved, security deposit disputes are generally handled in small claims court, which has jurisdiction up to $10k. The...

My sympathies on your situation, and I hope you feel better soon. Your post did not contain any facts showing that you had a legal right to...

Is it appropriate to attend a mandatory settlement conference if you plan to amend the complaint?

It is hard to be too definitive without having more information about the case, the bases upon which the dismissals were granted, etc. However,...

If i already disqualified a judge, can the same judge be reassigned again to another case of mine?

The 170.6 is only for a specific case, so would not prevent reassignment in another case. Be cautious about using 170.6, because you can only...

No working smoke alarm and other issues.

If the landlord has not taken prompt and adequate steps to cure a significant habitability problem (which would include roaches), you should have...

Neighbors landlord refuses to step in and stop their tenants from harassing us and vandalizing our property. What can we do?

A landlord who is placed on notice that their tenant is engaging in nuisance activities may have liability of that landlord fails/refuses to take...

Do I have to move out from rental after given 30 day notice by an owner whom never had permit to rent? What if I cant find place

In addition to the very good advice from Mr. Kane, if you were a tenant at least a year, the landlord would normally have to give you at least 60...

My landlord (the owner) never signed my lease.

You can demand a copy of the lease under Civil Code Section 1962(a)(4). Even if it was not signed (and It may have been signed w/o providing you a...

Is it legal to have no heat? How about inadequate hot water?

Many of the conditions you describe-including the lack of heat-would violate the landlord's obligations under applicable law, including the implied...

What recourse do I have if my landlord has invaded my privacy & is trying to force me to meet unreasonable demands?

First, unless the landlord has dismissed the UD, or given you a formal written extension, you must file a timely and legally adequate response with...