Is it retaliatory intent if I asked my roommate (master tenant on lease) for a copy of the master lease then got 30-d notice?

It is unclear whether you were entitled to see the master lease, because Civil Code Section 1962(b) only required him to produce the limited...

My landlord is threatening to enter my rented room and remove my property. What can I do to prevent him? Can I setup a camera?

The landlord's rights of entry are strictly limited by Civil Code Section 1954, and you can sue if the landlord enters your unit unlawfully and/or...

By not contacting me within 21 days of our move out, has my landlord forfeited his right to keep our deposit?

Technically, yes - see Civil Code Section 1950.5. However, the landlord does not forfeit any legitimate claims against you for nonpayment of rent,...

Can we be suit?

Failing to disclose the illegal alterations could make your parents liable under a number of legal theories, including fraud. California case law...

What is my recourse if a landlord forces me out of my rental?

You probably have grounds under applicable law, including Civil Code 1689, to rescind the "agreement" you were coerced into signing, especially...

Can a home owner evil someone that is living in their house wothout a lease?

It's not clear from your post whether you paid rent, and how long you have lived in the house. If you were a rent-paying tenant (as opposed to a...

Since you said your sister was evicted in July, I assume the landlord filed an unlawful detainer against her. If you were named as a defendant in...

Is it smart to accept their offer?

That sounds worth considering, especially if it would include an express written waiver of the back rent, and if you would not be in the position...

Can i file a claim on my landlords homeowners ins?. i was stabbed in her kitchen

I'm sorry you experienced this. Unless your landlord knew or should have known that this person was dangerous, it is not clear to me that you...

Can I appeal (or have expunged) an unlawful detainer ruling if I no longer lived in the rental unit?

Your post does not make it clear that you timely filed an answer, or otherwise formally appeared in the case. If you were properly served, did not...