Asking a landlord for a copy of the signed lease?

You can demand a copy under Civil Code Section 1962. If he fails/refuses to comply, you could sue, but would presumably have to do so in...

Non party filed an answer to complaint

I assume that your complaint named various Doe defendants. If so, it is possible that this person chose to answer as one of those persons (e.g....

If i was served by the sherriff to move by 6 days or receive a lockout can i go to court to stop it ?

You may wish to consult a local real estate litigation attorney to see if you have enough facts/evidence to justify suing to establish some...

Can I get help in filling out the forms to dispute a Motion for Summary Judgement?

You should be able to find a lawyer using the find a lawyer tab on this site, or through the local bar association's lawyer referral service

Especially if you can prove that the dog is not a nuisance, you can demand that the landlord reasonably accommodate your disability by withdrawing...

Three day notice and UD filing list different amounts. What can I do in my answer to help my defense?

You can file a demurrer for uncertainty. However, it would probably serve as nothing more than a delaying tactic, because the court would normally...

Can a landlord give 30 day notice to vacate property to a tenant for intimate relationship?

You may well have a sex discrimination claim/defense under FEHA and/or other civil rights laws, and may wish to consult the DFEH or a local...

My landlord is selling the home that we rent. Is he required to pay moving expenses?

Unless your tenancy is subject to a local rent control/eviction control ordinance (you may wish to check), you would not be entitled to relocation...

Can I get out of my lease?

You may have grounds to terminate your lease under Civil Code Section 1942 and/or the doctrine of constructive eviction. You should consult a...

Can I request that the witness on respondent’s side be present for cross examination?

Ordinarily, you could object to the declarations being considered at the trial/hearing on grounds of hearsay. However, there is some California...