If the unit is not a below-market rent-controlled unit, then Ms. Koslyn's advice to move out may make the most practical sense. However, the...

If the settlement in the unlawful detainer didn't waive/release your potential claims against the landlords (identified or otherwise), then you...

It isn't clear from your post whether you have a signed and unexpired fixed-term lease. If not, the landlord may well have the right to terminate...

You are required to provide access if you receive proper notice under Civil Code Section 1954, but have no obligation to remove belongings or...

It is doubtful that this kind of clerical error would allow you to break the lease without liability. Ambiguities in the lease can be cured by...

If the caregiver was a licensee, rather than a tenant, you probably don't need a more formal termination notice, and could sue for unlawful...

Even if your rental agreement provides for them, late fees are generally illegal in residential tenancies. Orozco v. Casimiro (2004) 121...

I suggest you immediately contact the police about the illegal lockout - some police departments will intervene in these cases. If the police...

I am not sure you have a remedy, except perhaps (depending on the facts) Civil Code Section 1942.5. Judicial proceedings/filings are generally...

If rent is not paid in full and/or is paid late, you should be able to serve a pay or quit notice. Chronic late payments may also give you the...