Can can I back out of a rental agreement that I signed today?

If you signed the agreement after learning of the facts which disturb you, then you may be stuck. However, you could talk to a local...

Does my 86-year-old friend have recourse?

Quite possibly, including under Civil Code Section 1942.5. She may also have rights under other laws, possibly including for elder abuse. She...

How can I go about this situation ?

Your mother should work with the probate attorney who obtained the conservatorship, as well as a local landlord-tenant attorney. I would assume...

I have withheld rent for 2 months, I received a three day pay or quit but it has been 9 years with no heater do I have to pay?

You may well have the right to withhold rent if conditions exist violating the implied warranty of habitability, which would normally include lack...

In Califorina can I give my 30 day notice on 1/8/20 and move out 2/7/20 will I owe for the full month of February?

I respectfully disagree with Mr. Dibaei. Generally speaking, a month-to-month tenant can give notice (as per Civil Code Section 1946-1946.1) any...

I am renting a room at someone's apartment they are being evicted and did not make me aware till today do I have rights

I generally agree with Mr. Cooledge, except that it may make more sense (depending on the facts) to file an answer (e.g. where you are appearing as...

What legal recourse do I have if landlord is saying that my one of my appliances is illegal because it uses up too much water?

They don't have the right to enter your apartment except as authorized under Civil Code Section 1954. Those reasons do not include what you have...

Am I legally responsible for my portion of the lease if all parties have signed an addendum in which a new tenant assumes it?

It is hard to see without reviewing the documents. However, it the documents would typically keep you responsible for any defaults, regardless of...

Has landlord violated my lease, if so do i have to pay last month's rent?

Was the agreement with the estate in writing? And was it made with someone who legally represents the estate (e.g. a court-appointed personal...

A termination notice via email is generally not valid - see Civil Code Section 1946. However, you may have the right to terminate without notice...