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...

Is there a lawyer that will PLEASE help me and take my case either donate or pro bono?

It sounds like you have a number of good potential claims, including for fraud, violation of the implied warranty of habitability, wrongful...

Can they try to give us something way different than what they told us ?

If you can, take photos and/or video contrasting the two units You should be able to rescind whatever agreement you made under Civil Code...