Yes, That power is granted by statute. As one treatise explains: "[8:512] “Possession-only” judgment; immediate issuance of writ of possession: A...

Both tenants would be jointly and severally liable for the entire amount of the rent. If the rent keeps getting paid, there is nothing you need do...

If you want to play it safe, and avoid a potential unlawful detainer lawsuit, timely pay the $ demanded in the notice, but do so under express...

Civil Code Section 1950.5(g) provides in relevant part: "No later than 21 calendar days after the tenant has vacated the premises, but not earlier...

The landlord was required to timely account for the deposit as per Civil Code Section 1950.5. However, any noncompliance would not preclude the...

Accepting rent directly from you, in your name, would normally create a tenancy, even if you were not previously a party to the lease. Also, since...

You might have a claim for retaliation, including under Civil Code Section 1942.5, since the timing seems pretty suspicious. On the other hand,...

From your description, it is unclear whether the landlord breached the stipulation. If the stipulation didn't define the term, the neutral...

The lease can't validly shift most repair costs to residential tenants - see Civil Code Sections 1942.1 and 1953. I suggest you complain to the...

I suggest you sue in small claims court for fraud, violations of Business and Professions Code Section 17200, etc.