Screens are generally not required - see e.g. Civil Code Sections 1941-1941.1. However, if screens were included, are defective, and your landlord...

Will?

It may well be a violation of the lease. However, unless the landlord violates your rights under Civil Code Section 1950.5 (e.g. by making improper...

How should I respond to an unlawful detainer which is full of lies and forged documents?

I agree with Mr. Franco, but would emphasize that you MUST file a timely response with the court. Otherwise, the landlord can obtain a default...

My 91 year-old father owns the house. My brother's girlfriend is refusing to leave. How can we get her out

I agree with Mr. Payne, but would add that particularly if there are mental competency issues, etc., you should consult a local probate attorney...

Can I be fight a 3 day notice because I withheld paying rent due to the fact of inhabitable living conditions?

It is generally safest to timely comply with the 3-day notice, but to reserve the right to seek a refund. This prevents eviction, and leaves you...

Can I evict tenants without having a signed lease agreement?

You basically established a month-to-month tenancy with the son by accepting his rent - no written rental agreement was required. Depending on...

Is my landlord at fault?

Because you now have possession of the new apt. (because you were allowed to move in), and the landlord has accepted rent, you have a tenancy. If...

Can my landlord evict me ?

If your tenancy is subject to LA's RSO, then the landlord can only (attempt) to evict you for one of the specified good causes. If your tenancy...

If you left the place in clean condition, you should not have to bear the expense of an additional professional cleaning. If you want to contest...

Since you have been there over a year, you would normally be entitled to at least 60-days written notice under Civil Code Sections 1946-1946.1 (I...