Can a landlord keep my Security Deposit(1 Month Rent) when I move out before end of the lease agreement?

My sympathies on your situation. Unfortunately, it sounds like you don't have legal grounds to break your lease. If not, you would be...

What fees do I actually owe after breaking this lease?

The lease provisions generally can't alter your rights under Cal. law (see e.g. Civil Code Section 1953), and your damages would normally be...

How can I buy out the other owner of the house when we have a down payment assistance loan?

You should work with a local real estate litigation attorney to draft a buyout agreement, etc. If there is enough equity to support a re-fi and...

California - Are ESA prescriptions allowable/protected in California?

Generally not. If you are encountering difficulties, you might try complaining to the DFEH, or consulting a local landlord-tenant or disability...

You can try to take the deduction, but should timely account as per Civil Code Section 1950.5. If the tenant challenges your deduction in small...

I just received a 60 day notice to move out for no reason, is that legal?

Unless your tenancy is protected by an eviction control law, or the landlord is terminating for an unlawful reason (see e.g. Civil Code Section...

Can I give moving out notice to the apartment management without my roommate signature ?

This seems to be a duplicate posting. Please see my answer to the previous posting, and read Schmitt v. Felix (1958) 157 Cal.App.2d 642.

What should I do if my roommate has all the to the apartment and I moved out?

If you broke the lease without legal justification, and stopped paying rent, you would be liable to your roommate (assuming she is still on the...

Can I fight a 60 day notice to vacate ?

You may wish to consult a local landlord-tenant attorney or tenants rights organization to see if you have a possible defense (e.g. under Civil...

Tenant next door is smoking weed. Our complex is a No Smoking place. Manager is not acting. What can I do legally?

I agree with Mr. Nazzaro, but would add that you may also be able to sue the offending neighbor for damages, a restraining order, etc. under Code...