Am I screwed over a contract if it says "arbitration clauses" in the back.

I agree with Attorney Koslyn's response. Not all arbitration clauses are enforceable. Some courts have ruled an arbitration clause to be an...

I recieved an unlawful detainer summons but never recieved a 3 day notice beforehand. How long until I need to move?

It sounds like your landlord isn't following California law with respect to unlawful detainers. The summons normally needs to be personally served...

I dont have a lawyer so I wonder if the respondent's attorneys asked me questions, can I do all of the following:

It's not clear from your question whether your deposition has already been taken, or will be taken in the future. Assuming your deposition has...

The jugde vacate and denied a default plaintiff asked. This happened more than one year.

Your question is too difficult to understand. You will need to ask an attorney to explain to you the legal procedures, preferrably in your native...

Tenants rights to quiet enjoyment vs other residents in bldg noise disturbances. Best way to proceed if I dont want to move out?

Best way to proceed is to document, document and document what is happening. Be as descriptive as possible. You will need documentary evidence in...

What are the penalties for landlord taking and holding a deposit that is more than 2x the monthly rent?

California Civil Code Section 1950.5(c), which covers security deposits in California, does not have any specific provision regarding overpayment...

I am a tenant in CA with a sub-meter in my dwelling. who pays for one time special assessment fees? tenant or Owner?

If the lease agreement specifies that the tenant shall be responsible to pay all utilities and/or services supplied to the premises, then I think...

If the defendant fails to respond to the summons and complaint within 30 days, the attorney should file a Request for Entry of Default (assuming...

Do both partys have to sign & agree to have " PRO-TEM JUDGE" hear *ex parte emergency motion*???? PLEASE HELP

Yes, under most instances, both sides have to stipulate to having a temporary judge hear the case. However, depending upon the courthouse, there...

Wrongful claim of not receiving security deposit check.

Your testimony is all you have to prove you sent the letter within the 21 days. As Attorney Koslyn indicates, your facts are a bit...