Can I deduct late fees from the security deposit when a tenant vacates if it is stipulated in the Lease Agreement?

No, the clause is not legally binding. California Civil Code section 1950.5 specifically allows the landlord to use a tenant's security deposit...

Does a manufacturer's representative need a contractors license to represent his product in California?

The answer depends upon whether you performed any work in California, or did the licensed contractor which the customer chose perform the actual...

Yes, the plaintiff has to be served. if you are in state court (Superior Court of California), service of the cross-complaint can be done by mail...

How to take insurance to small claims?

If you wish to sue Mercury Insurance Company, you do not need to know the names of the officers to take Mercury Insurance Company to small claims...

No, the tenant has no standing to sue the HOA directly. The tenant must resolve the issue with the landlord. Only the person on title to the...

In small claims case if witness cannot come to court, can they give a written statement instead?

It depends on the small claims judge. While the rules of evidence are relaxed in small claims court, the judge still has to consider the fact that...

Can I go back to into court to file Opposition for summary judgement, due to CLERK error in filing, I had filed the OPP in time.

Probably not. I am assuming that there was a hearing on the motion for summary judgment and that you appeared at the summary judgment hearing. ...

I lent money to owner of a business for the business, he is claiming personal bankruptcy now and trying to roll note into it

As Attorney Myers indicates, it depends upon the form of the business. If the business is a sole proprietorship, then you are out of luck if the...

Tenant notice?

Not correct. California Civil Code section 1946 provides that "as to tenancies from month to month either of the parties may terminate the same by...

How do i take my niece to small claims court for defaulting on a credit card debt?

I agree with Attorney Myers. Legally, you can take your neice to small claims court and obtain a judgment, but it would be much better if you...