Can a landlord withhold a security deposit for damages when there was never a reason given or writing expaining why?

By waiting too long, the landlord has forfeited the right to claim the security deposit under Civil Code section 1950.5. However, as Kenny Tan...

What can I do

Normally, it is the court (judge) that issues an Order to Show Cause Re Sanctions or Dismissal when the plaintiff fails to appear for a court...

Probably no cases to date. While it is the landlord's responsibility to install and maintain the inside wiring for one telephone jack, it is...

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I want to get out a renter in my home. I have cause to get him out. How do I do this.

No, assuming you have no written lease and that he is otherwise current on paying rent, you need to give him a 30-day notice to terminate and vacate.

If my husband to be loses in court and has to pay a large sum, can they go after me once we are married?

No, separate property debts (debts occuring before marriage) remain separate property debts after marriage.

Is it TOO late to take legal action against an apartment management do to there negligence on a financial matter from 2006?

Yes, this is also true. Your claim is barred by the statute of limitations. If you took this claim to court, you would not only lose the claim...

Tree & Tree Root Problem. According to my neighbor, my 100+ year old Red Wood tree has uplifted his driveway and damaged foundat

You are not responsible for any damage which occurred before you purchased property in April 2008. However, you are responsible for any damage...

On contingency fee agreements .What are the rates legal? Is there such a thing as 50% or 65% or higher?

The law does not dictate how much the percentage can be. The percentages are negotiable, and generally depend upon the complexity of the case and...

It is legal for them to call you, but you are not obligated to provide any information to them.

I missed the deadline to apply for default judgment. The court has issued an order to show cause and sanctions. How do I remedy

The case status is not entirely clear from your answer. However, it appears that you need to submit a default judgment prove-up packet as soon as...