If you paid rent directly to the landlord, that would normally make you a a co-tenant, even if you were not listed on the lease. If the landlord...

I'm sorry you find yourself in this situation. However, rent is generally due on the 1st, and landlord's generally have no legal duty to offer a...

If the landlord fails to refund/account for the deposit within the deadline set by Civil Code Section 1950.5, I suggest you sue in small claims court.

Assuming that the smoking violates the neighbor's rental agreement, and is causing you harm/discomfort, you can certainly provide the landlord with...

If the parties planned to sign a written lease, and that hadn't happened yet, the landlord may be able to lawfully back out. However, there is a...

I suggest you sue the landlord in small claims court to recover your towing expenses, etc. Even IF the registration had expired (and you...

You could try complaining to the local code enforcement agency. If the agency cites the landlord, that may speed up repairs and/or give you proof...

The tenant will presumably apply for not only a stay, but also an order shortening time to file a motion to set aside the default and default...

Cal. law generally only allows (residential) tenants to withhold rent if there is a substantial violation of habitability rights (see e.g. Civil...

Your bargaining position depends on whether you have some viable claims against your landlord and/or a valid ground for terminating without penalty...