I'm sorry you are experiencing this. Have you already tried complaining to the local code enforcement agency? The agency would normally...

If they were not on the lease, and paid rent to you, then they were your subtenants, and you would be their landlord for purposes of the security...

Your rights and options largely depend on whether the tenancy is subject to an eviction control law (e.g. LA's RSO or state AB 1482). If so, the...

I generally agree with the other counsel (unless this is an unlawful detainer, in which case Judicial Council form UD-105 can be used). However, if...

I agree with Mr. Moss, but would add, that if the landlord accepted rent after learning of the lease violation, that could give you a defense of...

Unless you are suing in small claims court, you should be able to obtain it via appropriate pretrial discovery, such as a demand for production...

Since you pay some rent (which I hope you can prove), it sounds like you are a tenant, rather than a guest/licensee. Depending on the facts, and...

I agree with Mr. Doland, but would add once you find the new place, it would usually make sense to give notice (your post is a bit unclear about...

It is up to the Legislature to decide the nature and scope of rent control. If the landlord did not comply with any applicable exemption notice...

You may want to start by complaining to the local code enforcement agency about any outstanding issues. The agency may cite the landlord, and order...