Civil Code Section 1946.5 would not seem to apply, because you are not the owner. Consequently, I agree with Mr. Ilmanen that eviction must be via...

As you note, claims for intentional fraud are not covered by 2079.4, and so should be subject to CCP Section 338 and the discovery rule. See...

It is unclear from your post whether you have been served with a 3-day notice. If not, or if the notice has not yet expired, just pay the $ owed....

Security deposit deductions are covered by Civil Code Section 1950.5. Make sure to timely and properly account for the deductions as per that law....

From your description, there was no eviction - let alone a wrongful eviction. Since it sounds lie you have good written evidence that the...

If the landlord declined to sign the (additional?) document releasing you from liability, it is not clear that you accomplished your goal. If...

You can always ask. However, once the notice expires, the landlord generally has no obligation to accept the late rent. If the landlord elects...

Although there was inadvertent noncompliance with Civil Code Section 1941.1(a)(11), it is unclear how the tenants could prove damages - especially...

In addition to the resources provided by Ms. Koslyn, I strongly suggest you complain to the local code enforcement agency. In many cities, the...

It may not go anywhere, but I suggest making a police report for the theft, and may also want to complain to the local code enforcement agency...