I agree with Mr. Gross, but would add that if by "5 day notice," you mean that you have received a 5 day summons in an unlawful detainer lawsuit,...

Yes, you should be able to sue in small claims court for refund (plus legal interest), including under Business and Professions Code Section...

If the rental unit is subject to the SF rent control ordinance, and the landlord knew about/consented to your presence, then you would probably...

If your tenancy is subject to the SF rent control ordinance, and the landlord knew about/consented to your presence, then you would probably meet...

Your post is a bit unclear, but a landlord generally has the right to refuse rent from someone who is not an authorized tenant. If that is what is...

I'm not aware of any law which lays out a specific per diem. However, if the landlord was legally at fault (e.g. due to negligent maintenance of...

The extension may or not be valid depending on such factors as the scope of authority given to the manager by the management agreement, whether you...

Rent is normally owed through the termination date on the notice. However, if you want to leave earlier, and give your own 30 day notice (which...

You may be able to argue that there was a constructive trust, and that you have an equitable ownership interest. However, you would have a...

You should have grounds to terminate without penalty under Civil Code Section 1942 and/or the legal doctrine of constructive eviction....