I need help determining if i live in a legal unit?

Please contact a tenant lawyer with away. HCID can help, but ultimately they cannot advocate or litigate on your behalf to recover relocation fees,...

I got evicted from my apartment but had a roommate the contract that i signed has both of our names but she didn't sign it.

The answer above are all correct and solid advice. One question though, if you were "evicted" then why is negotiation ongoing about how much you...

Should I seek to file suit against my Lessor if I just moved into the apartment a month ago?

Given your original question and follow-up comment I am concerned about your health most of all. Please call the health department right away and...

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We have had maintenance and building work at our house for nearly 5 months . Are we entitled to compensation for inconvenience?

The first question is one of notice. The landlord must provide reasonable notice to you of all work done and the reason for it. The notice must be...

Taking former landlord to small claims over security deposit. We recently found out the house had no certificate of occupancy.

Please heed Attorney Roach's warning. By continuing your small claims action you may be foreclosing future action for rent disgorgment. It could be...

Can a rent incresae notice void if an other rent increase is giving a month later?

Excellent answers above but it cannot be emphasized enough: you MUST investigate whether you are covered by the Los Angeles Rent Control Ordinance....

Can I terminate my lease due to domestic violence and restraining order by roomate/girlfriend? Can i get money back?

I understand why this is a landlord tenant issue, but keep in mind that the terms of the restraining order are in effect regardless of your living...

Do I have to pay her ?

Yes, please provide more information. It sounds like you and your (ex) friend made a verbal agreement without any written contract to back it up....

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Must all owners, (both on the lease agreement) participate in the UD action or can only one of them file it in his name only?

I agree with posts above but wanted to add something. Doing it in the name of the person who is out of the country may be a BETTER option. In the...

What is the maximum number of persons to live in a 1-bedroom apartment in San Mateo County (Daly City)? Is 3 is the maximum?

First, please consider an amicable solution to your issue. If the baby is an issue for you, discuss it with your tenants. If they are paying rent...