I didn’t know I was protected from break a lease early in case of domestic violence. Can I still use my rights?

I am sorry you are experiencing this. I am not aware of any judicial precedents addressing this issue. However, the plain language of the...

How do you implement a lease for an adult child (41 years old, never left home) who is not willing to talk about anything?

There are a number of legal options, including threatening him with eviction if he won't sign a rental agreement. However, it may make more sense...

Landlord?

Selling the property does not automatically change your tenancy rights. If the new owner wants to evict you, the new owner will have to follow up -...

What can I do if my roommate steals my copy of the lease?

If she tries to sell your property, report it to the police - and to the landlrod, if the items actually belong to the landlrod. If she does...

Do I have to pay for not giving a 30-day notice of moving out?

You were required to giver at least 30 days written notice, as per Civil Code Sections 1946-1946.1. If you didn't, then the landlord can...

What can I do if the final walkthru on a new home purchase shows undisclosed damage?

Even if you waived contingencies, you probably have the right to rescind the purchase (and get your deposit back) under Civil Code Section 1689 for...

My roommate and I put in our 30 day notice. Landlord said it wasn’t valid unless the third roommate also leaves, is this legal?

Your landlord is wrong. A month-to-month co-tenant has a right to terminate the co-tenancy on proper written notice under Civil Code Section...

We get a free space in exchange for 20hours of work. But landlord gave us 30 day notice

Yes-see Civil Code Section 789.3. The landlord's proper recourse would be to sue you for unlawful detainer. On a related note, you may wish to...

Can my landlord file an eviction notice if I don’t my last months pro-rated rent even though I’ve filed a thirty day notice?

I agree with Mr. Pietrowski, assuming that the deposit is clearly characterized (as most are) are a security deposit, rather than last month's...

The landlord must timely comply with Civil Code Section 1950.5. The HOA issue is irrelevant, and would provide no legal excuse for noncompliance.