I agree with Mr. Gross, but would add that IF there were material non-disclosures/misrepresentations, then you might have the right to rescind the...

Late fees are usually invalid in California residential tenancies. See Orozco v. Casimiro (2004) 121 Cal.App.4th Supp. 7, 12. Any lease...

It is unclear why the neighbor should have access to your water shutoff. In nay event, you should be able to seek a civil harassment restraining...

If the tenancy requires that she have low income/limited assets, then she may be asked to move if she no longer meets those requirements. I...

The language you quoted, including "...other than the lessee's immediate family or transient relatives and friends who are guests of the lessee..."...

It is unclear from your post whether you are now past both the initial lease term, and the 5 year option (if exercised). If so, then the...

Sue in small claims court under Civil Code Section 1950.5. If the landlord failed to comply with Civil Code Section 1962, you can serve process...

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Probably, subject to any applicable eviction moratorium law. Promptly seek help from a local landlord-tenant attorney, and don't accept rent...

You may want to complain to the the police and the local code enforcement agency. Shutting off your water would normally be illegal and...

Any termination notice would have to be drafted and served as per applicable law, including Civil Code Sections 1946-1946.1. There may be...