Retaliatory eviction is barred by Civil Code Section 1942.5.

If the person is just a guest/licensee, termination of the occupancy rights is generally not that complicated. Get help from a local...

I agree with the other answers, including that more facts are needed (e.g. is your ex the property owner, your co-tenant, or what?). It also...

The court will not review the legal adequacy of the complaint when it is filed. If the complaint does not allege the facts necessary to state a...

I agree with Mr. Moss, but also suggest that you immediately complain to the local code enforcement agency. Assuming the agency cites the landlord,...

If your tenancy is subject to an eviction control law, including AB 1482, then the landlord can't evict you unless she has one of the specified...

I agree with my colleagues, and would add that if the plaintiff is suing in connection with some work which required a license (e.g. an unlicensed...

The HOA has a legal duty to enforce the CC & Rs, which presumably prohibit nuisance behavior, and can be sued for failing to do so. However, it...

If the venting setup violates an applicable health/safety code, you may have grounds to terminate under Civil Code Section 1942 and/or the legal...

I'm sorry this is presenting a hardship for you. However, assuming your tenancy is subject to AB 1482 and/or Penal Code Section 396, the proposed...