You can sue for the deposit in small claims court under Civil Code Section 1950.5. You may well also have claims for at least a partial rent...

Can my roommate change a lock without giving me a key?

If they try to lock you out, or engage on other self-help, call the police. It would also be actionable, including under Civil Code Sections 789.3...

Roommates do not want to pay for rent.

You can sue in small claims court for breach of contract. If the proposed replacement (who nobody liked) was objectively qualified (i.e. had good...

As Mr. Shields noted, the tenancy may well be subject to an eviction moratorium law. It may also be subject to an eviction control law, including...

I agree with Mr. Franco, and would also note that tenants normally don't owe rent for an illegal unit, and may well have a right to at least a...

I'm assuming you are a tenant. If so, your landlords have an affirmative duty to undertake a diligent investigation as to your complaint, and...

In addition to considering the "repair and deduct" remedy under Civil Code Section 1942, I suggest complaining to the local code enforcement...

Thank you for being willing to intervene. I suggest you report the situation (which sounds like it may violate laws against financial elder...

What are my rights as a renter once given a 60day notice to vacate?

I agree with Mr. Moss, but would also suggest complaining to the local code enforcement agency about the lack of heat and any other health/safety...

You may have valid claims for nuisance under Civil Code Section 3479 and following regardless of whether the offending conduct occurs during "quiet...