My sympathies on your situation. It sounds like you are taking the right steps (although you should make sure that the bank account is set up as...

Unless your lease or other valid agreement somehow limits your right to engage in your business, you have the right to do so - assuming you have...

I am assuming this is a rental unit. If so, you should immediately complain to the local code enforcement agency. You should also have the right...

If the unlawful detainer is based on nonpayment of rent, habitability violations can be raised as a defense. You may also have other viable...

First, I suggest you complain to the local code enforcement agency. If the agency cites the landlord, that strengthens your position - see e.g....

I suggest immediately complaining to the local code enforcement agency. You should also have the option to repair and deduct under Civil Code...

If you were the one who turned off the utilities, you already have liability under Civil Code Section 789.3, etc. In any event, since the tenant...

I agree with Mr. Kane, but would add that I would be pleasantly surprised if your renter's insurance provided any benefits/coverage for this kind...

I suggest you call the code inspector back. The landlord is obligated to provide an adequate permanent source of heat (not a space heater)....

If the owner agreed to cancel the lease, then the owner should have no basis to keep either the deposit of the 1st month's rent - especially if you...