How can I evict a squatter from my own leased apartment in California without myself having an eviction as well?

Locking them out and canceling utilities (not cable, but the important stuff) is considered an illegal self-help eviction. That is definitely the...

Re: Unlawful detainer. Do I have grounds for an appeal or other motions for review?

Stipulations are very binding and are generally strictly construed by the court. A day late or a dollar short can be enough for the landlord to go...

I have a 1yr old baby and I've been serves with a 5 day lockout eviction from the Marshall what can I do to stop it?

It sounds like you have already been evicted. If that's the case, it will be difficult to stop the eviction altogether. You can either file a...

How do I deal with a situation on a notice of extension to vacate, explained below

Was it a notice of termination of tenancy from the landlord or a notice to vacate from the sheriff. If it's a notice from the landlord (with...

How do I go about filing a complaint/lawsuit due to noise from my upstairs neighbors.

I agree with Mr. Busch and want to add that you may also try to pursue a remedy under Fair Housing Law. The landlord has a duty to make a...

One thing you can do is go to the County Assessor's Office (sometimes called Assessor Recorder or Clerk Recorder) to make sure that this landlord...

We have no lunch or break room for any staff. should we be entitled? Also no where to lock up personal items, such as a purse?

I'm moving this question to the employment law category.

CAn police take you to jail for trespassing if you have a lease and keys to front door?

The assessor's office in that county can provide you with the name of the true owner.

Do I have to do pre-move-out inspection with the tenant despite he broke contract?

At a minimum you need to notify him of his right to a pre move out inspection.

I moved into a studio. I was evicted after one week. I was given one day notice. The landlord refused to give me a reason.

Based on your comment to Mr Weitzman, it sounds like the notice you received might be improper. A 3-day notice to pay rent or quit should not...