Is undisclosed gang activity violation of Civil Code Section 1942 and/or the legal doctrine of constructive eviction?
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Answered on October 29, 2024
Civil Code Section 1942 only concerns habitability issues - not quiet enjoyment/nuisance - so may not be applicable. However, you may have viable...
Do I have grounds to move out of a home I just moved into, using the habitability law? ?
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Answered on October 29, 2024
I suggest you immediately complain to the local code enforcement agency. If the agency cites the landlord for at least some of these issues, that...
Who would be covered under an unlawful detainer stipulation?
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Answered on October 29, 2024
If the terms of the settlement are broad enough, the landlord may be giving up claims against persons other than yourselves. However, unless you...
Should I sign a "thirty-day notice of residents intent to vacate" if I intend to pursue constructive eviction?
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Answered on October 29, 2024
If you have valid grounds to terminate under Civil Code Section 1942 and/or the legal doctrine of constructive eviction, you don't need to give 30...
What can I do if ex-boyfriend changes locks for non-payment of $500 due for October 24 rent, not on lease, been here over 10 yrs
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Answered on October 29, 2024
If the police/Sheriff is unresponsive, you can sue for damages, injunctive relief, statutory damages, etc. including under Civil Code Section 789.3.
What to do now that I've rented a home that's difficult to maintain due to poor quality materials and subpar construction work?
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Answered on October 28, 2024
I suggest you complain to the local code enforcement agency about the various defective conditions, take good photos/video/etc., and keep good...
My boyfriend & I purchased a home in Aug., 2024. We are splitting up & I want to continue to stay in the home. What can I do?
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Answered on October 28, 2024
You generally can't force your ex to sell his share to you, but you can try to negotiate such a deal, on whatever terms you both find acceptable....
What happens if a tenant was never given any lease or contract to sign?
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Answered on October 28, 2024
Your rights depend on whether you were occupying as an employee/licensee, or as a tenant.
If a licensee/employee, then your right to occupy...
Can a rental lease which states “Month to Month Rental Agreement also be a one year lease if the option is checked?
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Answered on October 28, 2024
If the box for the one year lease was checked, then that would probably control. However, if there were undisclosed defects, etc., then you may...
Do I have to prorate last month's rent when lodger left two weeks into the last month?
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Answered on October 28, 2024
If the lodger failed to give you 30 days notice, then you would normally have no obligation to refund the rent - especially if you are unable to...
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