Was I supposed to serve them a 60 day notice instead?
Generally yes - see Civil Code Sections 1946-1946.1. The tenants could properly ignore an invalid notice, and require you to start over....
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Generally yes - see Civil Code Sections 1946-1946.1. The tenants could properly ignore an invalid notice, and require you to start over....
Emotional distress damages should not be recoverable for breach of contract, or issues connected with a security deposit. The former roommate...
If you are both on the lease, then your boyfriend would have no legal right to either lock you out, or change the lock. If he tries to do so, call...
You should immediately complain to the local code enforcement agency. If the agency cites the landlord, that will strengthen your legal position -...
Quite possibly, especially if the landlord knew or should have known about the problem before you moved in. If the landlord is unresponsive, I...
I agree with Mr. Kane. if the tenant failed to vacate after giving a notice to quit, you may be able to sue for unlawful detainer, including for...
The landlord is not legally required to settle with you, including if you offer rent. However, if you were abandoned by your attorney, you may have...
Rent is normally owed through the termination date of the 60-day notice, unless you leave earlier after giving a 30-day notice. However, if...
I agree with Mr. Kane, and would add that you may also have liability for at least a partial rent refund and damages, including because no rent is...
Right or wrong, it is usually safer to pay the $ under express written protest, and then sue for a refund (and any other claims you have). Fighting...