Tenants are not responsible for ordinary wear and tear. Moreover, even if the use has been beyond ordinary ear and tear, the measure of damages...

Leases can't validly waive certain tenant rights - see e.g. Civil Code Sections 1668, 1942.1, and 1953. However, most kinds of appliances are not...

Unfortunately, your rights in this situation seem somewhat unclear. You could complain to the local code enforcement agency about the elevator...

You can seek a civil harassment restraining order, and could also explore possible claims for violations of your quiet enjoyment rights, nuisance,...

It sounds like you are a beneficial owner, rather than a tenant. If/when the trust assets are distributed, presumably, a deed will issue making you...

Landlords (and sellers of businesses) generally have a duty to disclose material facts, such as would be impact the value and desirability of the...

That is not an unusual delay for an appeal. Please also bear in mind that in an appeal, the appellate court can normally only consider...

Your rights would depend in part on whether the tenancy is subject to an eviction control law. However, even if it isn't, evicting/declining to...

I agree that the fee sounds inappropriate. I suggest you sue in small claims court under Civil Code Section 1950.5.

I'm sorry you find yourself in this situation. However, if you were just a guest/licensee, then your ex has the legal right to ask you to leave,...