I assume he was not actually deeded the church - just given use of it, and perhaps a related job. If so, then he may have fairly limited...

Since the tenant is not the property owner, I don't see how the package/delivery issue could have resulted in a valid lien on your property. You...

It sounds like you are a licensee, rather than a tenant. If so, your occupancy rights can usually be terminated informally, and on minimal...

You may have grounds to rescind the contract for fraud under Civil Code Section 1689, and may also have rights under Civil Code Section 1942.5...

If you waived all contingencies, including financing and appraisal, then the disappointing appraisal would normally not provide grounds to cancel...

Unless the tenants surrendered possession (which I gather they have not), they can continue to come and go as they please, and store property in...

I would certainly argue that you had the right to rely on the representations made by someone who was apparently the authorized agent of the...

Probably not. See Section 37.13 of the SF rent control ordinance.

Self-help, such as changing locks, is illegal and actionable. See e.g. Civil Code Sections 789.3 and 1940.2. Because there are 3 occupants, they...

Parties are normally required to represent themselves in small claims court. Moreover, unless the friend or real estate agent had personal...