Can I sue my landlord for not fixing our heater?

I'm sorry you are experiencing this. You may have a defense to the eviction (and a right to other remedies) under Civil code Section...

I'm sorry you are experiencing this. Have you already complained to the Dept. of Building Inspection? If DBI cites the landlord, that would...

Landlord refuses to return full deposit?

You can sue in small claims court under Civil Code Section 1950.5. You should also check with a local landlord-tenant attorney to see if the...

Can the father of my children of 35 years evict me from my home we are commin law I am not on the deed of trust?

Even though you are not on title, you may be able to prove that you have some manner of equitable ownership interest in the property, especially if...

Are landlords required to mail copies of Notices and Summons, in addition to taping to my door?

Simply taping a copy to your door would not be valid service. However, if the landlord obtained a posting order under Civil Code Section 415.45,...

Does my former landlord have any right to make these deductions?

Because she failed to comply with the deadline set by Civil Code Section 1950.5, she technically waived the right to make any deductions (although...

Can my landlord charge $100 late fee on a studio that is $725 a month?

Late fees are generally unenforceable in residential tenancies. See Orozco v. Casimiro (2004) 121 Cal.App.4th Supp. 7. However, unless your...

Order to vacate enforced 2 days household all disabled just need littlebit more time waitingon home owner for moving in

If you are being evicted by the Sheriff after an unlawful detainer judgment was entered against you (unclear form your post), you can apply to the...

I live in San Bruno and my rent increased by 80%?

The answer depends on the language of your lease. Some require you to give specified notice if you are not going to renew. (In the absence of...

Do we have the right to withhold rent?

You should immediately complain to the local cde enforcement agency. If the agency cites the landlord, that should strengthen your legal position -...