What recourse do i have when the landlord deducted part of my total deposit for rent when in turn i paid the last month rent.

Your recourse is to sue in small claims court. Your former landlord violated Civil Code section 1950.5. For more information on return of...

My lease expired 18 years ago. I have repeatedly asked for a new one but the owner refuses and raises the rent constantly.

No. Even for a commercial tenancy, the landlord must provide you with 30 days written notice of any changes in the terms of the tenancy.

We have a handicap room with 1 twin bed and we are losing revenue because of size of the bed

Probably not. Although you are not making as much profit from the one handicap accessible room, the cost of defending and settling an ADA...

How do I change my trial date for unlawful detainer in Los Angeles county?

Your best bet would be to hire an attorney who could then communicate with the plaintiff's attorney to either stipulate to a trial continuance or...

Hi, someone wants to rent me a place for free in exchange for cleaning, how can I legally protect myself.

Yes, you can have a lease agreement which sets forth your rights as a tenant. The lease agreement should clearly set forth the terms for...

Yes, it is possible to use an escrow account for the payment of rent. The escrow agent would have to prepare clear instructions on when and how...

Yes, you could potentially be sued by your ex for money you received as a gift. However, your ex has the burden of proving that the money was...

ONCE A ESCROW CLOSES, CAN A TITLE CO. STOP PAYMENTS ON DISBURSE-MENTS APROX. 5-7 DAYS AFTER FUNDING AND CLOSE OF ESCROW?

Yes, the title insurance company can stop payment if in fact there was a judgment lien against the real property that you sold. In terms of...

I live in apartments that are infested every day some ones throwing a bed are couch away and the apartments next door are also

A rental unit must be "habitable", which means that the rental unit must be fit for occupation by human beings and substantially comply with state...

My case got dismissed, what can I do?

If the court dismissed your complaint without prejudice (which is usually what happens), and assuming you are still within the statute of...