If my apartment does not & never had working heat & Landlord knows what can I do about the years of rent already paid ?
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Answered on January 02, 2019
I agree with Mr. Stempler, but would also suggest that you immediately complain to the local code enforcement agency. If the agency cites the...
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Landlord has not paid me for parts and labor $97,000 for fixing house over 1 year now he is evicting me for unpaid rent.
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Answered on January 02, 2019
I'm sorry you are experiencing this.
You should have grounds to oppose the eviction (and perhaps sue to establish a constructive trust) based on...
Eviction - tenant rights, jury trial tomorrow
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Answered on January 02, 2019
I'm sorry you are experiencing this.
The jury has no authority to delay the eviction, but the judge has the discretion to order a brief stay,...
What are a landlords responsibilities when a furnace emits carbon monoxide?
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Answered on January 02, 2019
If you believe the furnace to be defective or unsafe, you can complain to the local code enforcement agency. If the agency agrees, the agency would...
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When is the deadline for 2 tenants to file the 1st appeal for 30 day eviction served by. sheriff to gal that answered door?
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Answered on January 02, 2019
Unless the tenancy is protected, such as by a local rent control/eviction control ordinance, the landlord is generally free to terminate by proper...
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What is the landlord's right to sell the property while tenants live in there?
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Answered on January 02, 2019
You are free to sell the condo, but the new owner would take the unit subject to the rights of the tenants.
You should consult a local realtor,...
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How much can my landlord increase my rent on a one year lease?
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Answered on January 02, 2019
I agree with Mr. Stempler, but would add that if you have an unexpired fixed-term lease, the rent normally can't be raised until after that lease...
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What if the tenant doesn't perform the court mediation agreement after the deadline? What should I do to enviction her out?
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Answered on December 21, 2018
You can pursue whatever remedies are provided under the settlement agreement, and should also be free to serve a new termination notice, and...
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Will I be able to file a claim without making things worst or will the claim be a waste of time?
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Answered on December 21, 2018
I generally agree with Mr. Carpenter, but would add that it may well be worth suing in small claims court under Civil Code Section 1950.5 with...
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What do I do if an apartment landlord refuses to respond to my request to transfer to another apartment unit?
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Answered on December 21, 2018
The landlord does have a duty to undertake a reasonable investigation after receiving such a noise complaint, and (if the facts warrant) take...
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