No. That is retaliatory eviciton, and is illegal under Civil Code Section 1942.5. Consult a local landlord-tenant attorney or tenants rights...

What should I and my roommates do when our fourth roommate left and has stopped paying rent?

Since you signed the renewal (which probably incorporated the original lease by reference), you are all tenants, and are all jointly and severally...

Tenant has family at residence. Can 3 day notice for them be given by email?

Emailed notice as not valid - see Code of Civil Procedure Section 1162 for the permitted methods for serving a 3-day notice.

How long do I have before I am forced out?

If the landlord serves you a 3-day notice (which now gives you 3 business days - see Code of Civil Procedure Section 1161), the landlord could not...

What are my rights to an apartment I am still listed on even though i moved out?

Unless you surrendered possession of the unit to your ex, you should still have the right to occupy it, and should certainly be entitled to your...

Is this a case?

You should notify the local code enforcement agency about the possible asbestos issue, and any other significant repair issues. If there really...

Tenant in CA had a lot of violations after lease ended?

Yes. Timely account for the security deposit as per Civil Code Section 1950.5. If the damages exceed the amount of the security deposit, you can...

Need some legal advice about our landlord

Complain to the local code enforcement agency. If the landlord is cited, that should strengthen your legal position - see e.g. Civil Code Sections...

What are my rights as a tenant?

You should complain to the local code enforcement agency. If the agency cites the new owner, that should strengthen your position - see e.g. Civil...

Can I break the lease with my roommate/ex?

Your landlord would normally not be responsible for controlling your roommates, so it seems doubtful that you have legal grounds for breaking the...