Asked to move out for smoking.

Depends on what is written in the lease. But, more than likely, you can't be asked to leave simply because you are a smoker. As long as you are...

Except for disconnecting his AT&T service (which you wouldn't be able to do anyways), you are within your legal right to do everything he claims...

Landlord/tenant

Under these circumstances, a person cannot be held liable for the conduct of another. The HOA could sue your mom but they would not win because...

You can call the PD for any loud parties, fighting, music, etc. Sunnyvale public safety is pretty good at responding. If you are living in an...

Fence deterioration due to neglect of bushes and nailing up aluminum siding along top of fence by renters in rear property

You are doing the right thing so far in dealing with the property owner and city inspectors. What you can do further is to contact your insurance...

What is the law in California for adverse possession or open and notorious occupancy

The big thing is having paid the property taxes over the period of adverse possession.

You can check with your city ordinance and request an inspection. If the inspectors determine that there is a hazard, then they can force the...

You can consult with a personal injury lawyer in your area. Many would give you a free initial consultation and might even represent you on a...

I have a commercial lease with a management company I am on the lease as well as a family member.I have had some personal issues

The answer depends upon the terms of your lease. Typically, if you want to get out of your lease and vacate the premises, you will still be liable...

My 80 year old Uncle doesn't want to talk about what to do when he dies. Legally what power do I have to take care of him

Ms. Santaella provides good information resources. Disussing one's own mortality is a difficult subject to approach and many people want to avoid...