At the very least, you have grounds to rescind the lease under Civil Code Section 1689 for fraud and at least a partial failure of consideration,...

Under Civil Code Sections 1941-1941.1 and other applicable law, the landlords must provide certain basic housing services, including a...

I generally agree with Mr. Arrasmith, but would add that you can't sue for constructive eviction until you move out. However, it sounds like you...

Most lease only require approval from the landlord - not the roommates. Please note that if this is a month-to-month tenancy, you can simply...

There are civil remedies under FEHA and other civil rights laws. Any possible criminal charges would be the responsibility of the government -...

I must respectfully disagree with Mr. Arrasmith about a requirement for a 60 day notice - that part of Civil Code Section 827 only applies to...

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This is an outside space, and it is doubtful it could be characterized as a breach of the habitability warranty. If this was a promised amenity,...

Most such settlements are binding, and the fact that your circumstances changed would not matter. However, unless you waived that right in the...

You normally have to bring a noticed motion asking the court for leave to amend your pleading. However, if you are still within the deadline laid...