Do I have any legal recourse to recover my deposit when only a vague rental agreement was made?

Yes, you should still have legal recourse to recover your security deposit to the extent that any portion of the deposit was wrongfully withheld.

Am I automatically granted everything requested by me in an unlawful detainer complaint if the judge rules in my favor?

No. You are not automatically entitled to everything you requested in your answer. In particular, as Attorney Fink indicates, you need to file a...

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Can I receive credit for unjustifiable late fees charged to me every month?

Yes, the late fees paid should be recoverable since your rent was technically never late if the security deposit unlawfully included one extra...

Can a landlord keep my security depoist,because she said that she has to giveit back to whom ever gave it to me.

The landlord can keep the security deposit for as long as you are still the tenant for that particular unit. Since it does not appear you moved...

Can a group of students that go to a family owned barber college sue for false advertisement and breach of contract when 6 month

Yes, if you collectively bring a lawsuit, it would be under California Business and Professions Code section 17500 (false advertising). I suggest...

Can someone please tell me what to do with a Landlord that continues to harrass me.

You might have a claim for retaliatory eviction, but if you are moving out anyways, it is probably not worth the time and legal expense...

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Info about monetory relocation assistance.

First of all, you need to determine whether your property is subject to the Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO). To be under the RSO,...

In Calif. is it legal to record on tape the conversation working out a promasary note without the knowlege of the other party?

No, it is not legal to record without the other person's consent. The audio tape will not be admissible evidence.

Do i need an attorney if so when?

Yes, you need an attorney who knows and understands real estate litigation. I agree with Attorney Fink that you need to act really soon. Your...

What are the ramification differances between Satisfaction of Judgement as opposed to Partial Satisfaction of Judgement?

The partial satisfaction of judgment has no legal effect. It is only the full satisfaction of judgment that counts. You do not have to agree to...