Is there a viable strategy to exit a commercial lease? Or, are you just completely at the mercy of the landlord and contract?

The strength of your bargaining position depends on a number of factors, including how easy it would (or would not) be to find a replacement...

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If I get evicted, can I get back the remaining rent in the month? eg if I left on 9/26, can I get back the 4 days rent?

If you are owed money under Civil Code Section 1950.5, and can't work it out with the landlord, you can sue in small claims court. However,...

How can they raise my tent?

If you are month-to-month, and not subject to rent control, the landlord would normally have the right to raise the rent at any time, by giving...

How long after the 5 days after getting the eviction notice can the eviction take place?

You should immediately try to get help from a local tenants rights organization, if you can't afford an attorney. Once you file your answer...

Is it legal to ask your tenant to move via text and only give them a three week notice?

No, service by text is not valid. You are entitled to appropriate written notice under Civil Code Sections 1946-1946.1. You should, of course,...

Can my landlord make me pay an additional deposit as well as increase my rent in one sitting?

If your lease expired, and you are now month-to-month, the landlord can raise your rent and/or demand an increased security deposit (up to the...

What rights do I have and landlord evict me without going through the court proceedings?

Because you rent multiple rooms, you are arguably a tenant, rather than a lodger (see Civil Code Section 1946.5). In either case, it would be...

Can you agree to be discriminated against?

The lease is probably valid. However, the fact that you signed the lease does not bar you from seeking damages and other remedies for housing...

Is there any recourse?

Unless the tenancy is subject to some eviction control law, the landlord is normally free to serve a 60-day notice, so long as he/she doesn't have...

Eviction while in a lease?

Unless you have violated the lease, and have been given proper notice (usually to cure or quit - see Code of Civil Procedure Section 1161), the...