Seeking legal advice from an attorney specializing in these cases.

I agree with Attorney Driscoll's very sound advice. Under applicable law (including Evidence Code Section 500), the owner/insurer would have the...

Can I sue my landlord for leasing me a property she knows has a leaking roof? Is a verbal agreement enforceable?

All California residential rental agreements contain an implied warranty of habitability. If there was a leaking roof and other significant health...

If Property Management wants to do a "general inspection" every 3 months, how can we stop them?

During a residential tenancy, the landlord only has very limited access rights as provided by law. Civil Code Section 1954 only allows entries...

What's my options? Can I attend the court by phone?

As many of the other attorneys noted, many California courts allow telephone appearances for hearings on motions and case management conferences....

If the landlord knew about the illegality of the unit, and did not disclose it, you would seem to have fraud claim. Your damages would include...

Should I write another letter to them about the deposit or just go to small claims court?

In California, if a landlord fails/refuses to intervene when one tenant harasses another, this can constitute a violation of the quiet enjoyment...

Can a landlord require a tenant to use his/her repairman of choice for minor modifications?

This depends on the language of the rental agreement. Most require that the landlord's consent be obtained before making any alterations, and the...

If I as the owner want to move in do I have to pay relocation fee? Is there an eviction where no relocation fee is paid out?

You need to consult with a local landlord-tenant attorney. However, in many rent control jurisdictions (including SF), an owner is required to pay...

As a tenant, can I fight the city ordering my unit to be converted back to a garage?

You and your landlady (since she wants to keep the unit) should promptly talk to a local land use attorney about your options. There may be a...

How does a landlord need to serve 3- days notice? since when does the count begins?

California law generally permits service of such notices by "nail and mail" - see Code of Civil Procedure Section 1162. The notice is considered...