How can I get actual effective help, without fronting out a ton of money?

Sue in small claims court under Civil Code Section 1950.5.

If my roommate sends a 30-day notice via the US mail to the rental company can they deny it?

If the tenancy is month-to-month, or is about to expire, any of the co-tenants has the right to terminate their co-tenancy by proper notice. See...

I was late for court for a motion I filed what can I do?

I agree with Ms. Campbell. If you can't afford an attorney, you may be able to get help from a local tenants rights or legal aid...

Can i serve a new 2 day notice to pay or quit after serving one that i now know was incomplete?

The normal approach would be to rescind/withdraw the defective notice (in writing), and serve a replacement notice. You may wish to hire a local...

I moved into an apt in October, 3 days later I found out we have 90 days to move. I signed a 6 month lease. My RMs knew in Sept.

In my view, the master tenants had a duty to disclose, and can be sued for fraud for failing to do so. They can also be sued for garden variety...

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We paid our lease with a check, landlord cashed it, and is saying we didn't pay rent. Whom do we contact for help?

I assume they are trying to take the rent out of your deposit. If so, you can sue in small claims court under Civil Code Section 1950.5, and should...

Can landlord claim they are not liable for property damage caused by building construction?

I agree with Mr. Long. In addition to Civil Code Section 1953, see Civil Code Sections 1668 and 1942.1. Depending on the extent/amount of...

Depending on the facts, your ex would be considered either a licensee/guest or a tenant. In either case, if you give the correct kind of...

My LL is willing to negotiate a settlement for UD. I would like to pay him all owed funds in lump.

If the landlord is willing, this would usually be done by means of a stipulation for entry of judgment, under which enforcement of the judgment...

I need to request an extension for my unlawful detainer case in San Bernardino county? My trial is set for 12/17/19.

You should immediately seek help from a local landlord-tenant attorney or tenants rights organization. If your motion/application for a...