Landlord is not repairing the heater. Can we repair and deduct it from the cost of rent?

Yes, provided you meet all of the requirements. The basic requirements and steps for using the repair and deduct remedy are as follows: 1. The...

Pursuant to California Civil Code §1365.1, homeowners have the right to dispute assessments which may have been incorrectly levied or where...

Landlord or tentant pays for repairs, contract language up for interpretation

Although landlords have the duty to maintain habitability, the tenant must use and operate gas, electrical, and plumbing fixtures properly....

My landlord got forclosed on do she owe me my security deposit back

Maybe. You don't provide dates of when the foreclosure sale took place, when you moved out, or when your landlord gave you back the portion of the...

HOA attorney wants to make new law & force us to join the HOA even though CC&Rs don't require it. How to combat nuisance lawsuit

Without the benefit of being able to read the complaint, it is impossible for anyone to advise you how to defend it. You need to retain a real...

My old roommate wrote a bad check for rent before me moved out of state. Can I still sue?

I agree with both attorneys. You can sue in small claims court, but the practical consideration is being able to collect your judgment, whether in...

How to fiil out AT-125 Ex-Parte right to Attach Order and Order of Writ of Attachment?

On AT-125, leave the response to 2.j. blank. The court will fill this in if and when a RTAO is issued.

First of all, a complaint must be filed before plaintiff may apply for an attachment. (See Code of Civil Procedure §§ 484.010, 485.210,...

How to fill out AT-105, Application for Right to Attach Order, Temporary Protective Order?

Assuming this is a commercial loan and not a loan for "primarily for personal, family or household purpose", you check the box for 1.a.

An attachment may issue only upon a claim for money based upon an express or implied contract. A claim against a natural person must arise out...