Civil harassment proceedings are generally covered by Code of Civil Procedure Section 527.6. If you can't get an attorney to help (which seems...

Since no notice of intent to vacate is required at the end of a term lease, what are the pre-departure inspection guidelines?

Issues having to do with security deposits for residential tenancies - including the procedures for a pre-departure inspection - are generally...

Do I owe back rent to my ex after moving out, if my name is on the lease?

In the absence of an enforceable agreement, you remained liable for rent during the balance of the lease term. You might have defenses based on...

Do we need to agree to an open house?

Even though it may seem at odds with what many people would consider "normal business hours," the Court of Appeal has ruled that open houses on...

What rights do I have as a tenant who received a notice from landlord with complaints when I feel my privacy was invaded?

A landlord's right to enter is strictly limited by Civil Code Section 1954, which specifies that a landlord my only enter for certain specific...

When can I file a motion to deem facts admitted in a unlawful detainer case?

Court days, although the deadline would be extended if the last day falls on a weekend or holiday. No "meet and confer" is required if there...

What kind of counterclaim can I file to prevent further persecution/harassment, and provide punitive measures if necessary?

You should promptly demand that the landlord reasonably accommodate your disability by refraining from extermination services in your unit....

Landlord wanting to do repairs

Once a property is rented, the landlord's access rights are strictly limited by Civil Code Section 1954. That statute (among other things) requires...

Does a commercial "Sub lessee" have the same commercial tenancy rights as a "tenant" in California?

As a subtenant, you have tenancy rights against the master tenant/sublessor, but would have limited rights as to the actual owner, since you are...

Why is an eviction showing up on my record from 2011 when case was dismissed to entire action per plaintiff request?

It is unclear from your post exactly what is showing up on your record-was the case dismissed, or not? If the UD was supposed to be masked under...