If the building is large enough that the law requires a resident manager, then the landlord should make other arrangements when the manager is on...

It seems very unlikely that the types of claims made would fall within any liability insurance you may have. You should be able to get a loan on...

I agree with the other answers, including about hiring a local real estate litigation attorney. Please note that although it seldom happens -...

I agree with Mr. Daymude, but would add that Civil Code Section 1954 does NOT authorize entry for annual or general inspections - only for the...

Shutting off your utilities is illegal, and is actionable, including under Civil Code Section 789.3, and should provide grounds for seeking a civil...

If your deductions were done as per Civil Code Section 1942, then you should have a valid defense to an unlawful detainer. However, as Mr. Chaddock...

I agree with Mr. Daymude, but would add that the landlord's religion does not excuse him from meeting his legal obligations as a landlord,...

It is unclear from your description whether you were validly served. Unless you were on the porch at the time, throwing it there would probably not...

The Judicial Council UD forms are not set up for this kind of eviction, and even if they were, representing yourself can be very problematic,...

It sounds like you would have a viable defense if you are sued. Moreover, Code of Civil Procedure Section 1161 generally only allows a landlord to...