What am I? Tenant, Lodger, or something else? What are my rights / recourse?

If the arrangement was that you would provide services in exchange for lodging, then you might be considered a tenant. However, it sounds more like...

Questionable tenants

I agree with the advice from the another attorneys, but would add that you should not accept any more rent until you talk to a competent local...

What should be a landlord's response to a tenant's 30 days notice to vacate premises?

Residential security deposit issues (including the procedures governing the initial/pre-move-out inspection) are covered in Civil Code Section 1950.5.

Can I argue for a refund of rent?

If the problems were significant enough to constitute a breach of the implied warranty of habitability, or some express provision of your lease...

Can I sublet my apartment in California?

Many leases set a standard for landlord consent, such as saying that consent shall not be unreasonably withheld, or that the landlord may withhold...

Can landlord refuse to take your monthly rent check if it is .39 cents more than what is due?

There is nothing wrong with pre-paying rent, nor am I aware of any law that prevents it. So, I suggest you send the landlord a letter or email...

Can my landlord forbid me from having any guest at all?

Your rental agreement has restrictions on both guests and subleasing. Under some circumstances, those restrictions might be trumped if your...

What to do when tenants abandon property? Do i provided a 24 hours notice to enter? how do I collect unpaid rent and fees?

One possible option would be to properly serve a written notice of belief of abandonment under Civil Code Section 1951.3. If the tenants don't...

You said that he has not paid rent for this month, which would imply that he has paid rent in the past. If so, he is either a subtenant (if rent...

Can I sue apartment,because they change move in date?

It wasn't clear whether you actually have a signed lease for the new space. If not, you may be out of luck. If you have a lease, many forms have...