What do I do if a former landlord sends my case to a creditor instead of small claims if the charges aren't my fault?

Do you mean a "collection agency"? It sounds like your former landlord sold or assign the claim to a third party rather than try to pursue the...

Landlord is Slumlord

If you have been a tenant for more than one year, the landlord can serve you with a 60-day notice to terminate the tenancy without providing you...

How can we find legal representation for easement (trespass) issue on contingency?

I agree with Attorney Marshall. This is not the type of case that most litigation attorneys would be willing to take on a contingency fee basis. ...

Publicist failed to make press release time was factor,

In California, an individual cannot ask for more than $7,500 in a small claims court case. Corporations and other entities cannot ask for more...

Can form AT-105 Application for Right to Attach Order, be served with the complaint?

Certainly. However, you have to have all of your prejudgment attachment papers prepared including the notice of hearing on the attachment in order...

I am a month to month renter in a house that is being foreclosed upon.

Yes, if you are able to ascertain the morgage company or bank, you should advise it of your tenancy. The Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act...

Unless the court orders otherwise, the opposition to demurrer is due nine (9) court days prior to the hearing, so in your example of a March 18th...

Security deposit

In California, the security deposit does not collect any interest. You are entitled to a return of your security deposit from the current...

My landlord is selling the duplex i rent does she/new owners have to pay a relocation fee to vacate the property?

Only if your duplex is located within the City of Los Angeles and subject to the Los Angeles Rent Stablization Ordinance. Otherwise, the...

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Who is responsible for the tenants security deposit in the event of a short sell where the tenant is allowed to stay?

Attorney Fink is correct. The previous management company is incorrect. When a building is sold, the selling landlord must do one of two things...