Although the statute isn't totally clear, I think that requiring you to pay only via money order would violate Civil Code Section 1947.3.

If you can actually prove that there were material defects which the landlord knew about, and did not disclose, then you may have grounds under...

If you negotiate a settlement, the terms would usually include dismissal of the lawsuit with prejudice - but typically after all the $ have been...

I'm sorry you are experiencing this. Landlords can be held liable if they fail/refuse to take prompt and effective steps to deal with tenants...

If the tenancy is subject to eviction control (e.g. AB 1482), you can only evict for one of the authorized reasons, and would have the burden of...

You can try complaining to the Dept. of Consumer Affairs, the local City Attorney or the Cal. AG. However, it is unclear whether they will act on...

Since the testing/inspection is not really a repair, it seems questionable whether you could lawfully deduct it as per Civil Code Section 1942....

Acceptance of rent after learning of tenant misconduct/lease violations can waive the right to evict for that misconduct. So, it is possible...

You have the right to demand a copy of the lease - see Civil Code Section 1962. You do have quiet enjoyment rights, and can pursue claims if...

I would assume that the landlord is doing a capital improvements pass-through, which is often legitimate (although they can sometimes be contested...