I agree with Mr. Doland. It may make the most sense to simply answer the complaint, and then file a motion for summary judgment based on your proof...

It sounds like you never sent a formal written notice terminating your tenancy, as required by Civil Code Sections 1946-1946.1. If not, then you...

If you are all co-tenants, then only the owner would have the right to evict anyone. If you are subtenants, and have an unexpired fixed-term...

The plaintiff can voluntarily dismiss by filing a form. A defendant can only obtain dismissal by either filing some manner of successful motion...

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Since this would not be considered a habitability violation, you probably don't have the right to withhold rent. However, you may be entitled to...

It is illegal for a landlord to ignore legitimate communications about maintenance/health/safety issues. However, it is not illegal for the...

It isn't clear from your post whether the roommate is a co-tenant or a subtenant. If he is a co-tenant, you would have no right to evict him,...

You can continue to follow up with code enforcement and (if the situation goes on too long) perhaps the City Attorney, Mayor, etc., including about...

You should be able to file a first amended complaint (and obtain an amended summons) under Code of Civil Procedure Section 472, and then have the...

It sounds like you have a valid claim for housing discrimination, including under FEHA. I suggest you make a claim to the DFEH, and also seek...