Security deposit

Your landlord is entitled to recover costs incurred repairing the unit from damage over and above normal wear and tear, during your tenancy. The...

Child support/ custody

In California, there is a presumption that it is in the best interest of children to spend time with both parents and to work toward a 50/50...

Is it illegal for an attorney to "Ghost write" a memo or complaint in a civil case?

It is not illegal to receive assistance from an attorney to "ghost write" a document. While you don't need to volunteer the information, you should...

Without knowing the specific nature of the hearing, I can't say for sure, but it's likely the form you need is an Order Determining Claim of...

How do I go about reversing an already established child custody agreement due to concerns of my child's mental health?

You should make an ex parte request for a change of custody based on the information you have. With the ex parte application, you should submit any...

Subpeona or request for income and benefit information from employer what are the different of two?

If this is a dissolution or family law action, you definitely need to seek legal assistance. Your question has raised a number of issues that...

What's the best way to get the court to review a text log between my son and I?

The proper way to have evidence considered by the court is to attach the information to a declaration. If your son is 14 or older, he has a right...

I agree with Mr. Roach. Begin by writing a letter to your landlord regarding your intent to enforce the code section cited.

I'm suing landlord for sec. deposit, is he liable if prop. manager retaliated by sending my SS# to fraudulent ex-roommate?

I agree with Mr. Roach, but would add that as an agent of your landlord, the property manager's actions in the course and scope of employment would...

Do I need a rental attorney or discrimination one?

It sounds as though you may have an inexperienced landlord. If you believe you have a claim for discrimination you can contact the department of...