Are we responsible for repairing the heater if it stops working?

No, a residential tenant is not responsible for repairing the heating system. A rental unit without heat violates the warranty of habitability. ...

I am a section 8 renter, I was recently evicted from my apartment

I'm not exactly sure what you mean by "eviction lifted" or what the $150 in fees are for. However, my guess is that the landlord is now willing to...

These more general equitable affirmative defenses are not going to be very helpful if you are defending an unlawful detainer action in which the...

Any advice on going to court Feb. 15 for an unlawful detainer (non payment) my defense is i have a signed paper by the landlord

Your situation is very fact specific, and it obviously appears you can't express all the facts within the space allotted. I suggest you consult...

What exactly needs to be sent in to be considered a proper answer to summons/complaint with a court (California)?

Both attorneys are correct. You can submit either a General Denial or an Answer. You might need to concurrently file a...

I recd debt collection from debt collector. original debt $2300 now became $ 11000 I stop paying on2008 I check in my

How did you become aware that the debt is now $11,000? Did someone tell you that you now owe $11,000? Have you been sued? Is anyone threatening...

None. I agree with Attorney Fink's response. If the company doesn't already have one, the company ought to immediately establish a very clear...

Defendant is accused of negligence.

I agree with Attorney Fink's response. Plaintiff has a very difficult case to prove against Defendant, and would at a minimum be comparatively...

Eviction?

Yes. If the lease expired, you actually did not have to give the 60-day notice. So long as you do not accept rent for another month (which would...

Is Orange County Court the proper venue for a small claims case involving non-payment of a debt?

Orange County could be the proper venue for the small claims case. It is the place for performance, and the place of breach. I suggest that you...

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