There is no max, but the amount must be reasonable. $50 per day is not reasonable. Under California law, the landlord can charge a reasonable...

3 rentals paying $1300, 7$750 and $325 all are paying late fees of $$50 per day, is this legal??

No, not likely legal if the late fee is $50 per day. Under California law, the landlord can charge a reasonable late fee, but ONLY if the lease or...

No. In 1996, the California Apartment Association sponsored legislation that was signed into law prohibiting a municipal corporation or a municipal...

No, it is not a crime to sublet. You might have civil liability resulting in a civil money judgment (depending upon the facts and circumstances),...

Landlord refuses to repair non working stove. Air conditioner, 1 shower and mailbox and broken key?

Under California law, a tenant is allowed to withhold some or all of the rent if the landlord does not fix serious defects that violate the implied...

What is the procedure when having an landlord served the papers weren’t served ias petitioner what’s next?

Service can be accomplished by using a registered process server or the local sheriff's department. For example, in Los Angeles, see...

No you don't. Your answers on the Civil Case Information Staatement help the Court of Appeal to know whether the notice of appeal is timely as...

You must file the Civil Case Information Statement with the clerk of the Court of Appeal within 15 days after the superior court clerk mails...

A motion to set aside a dismissal should be presented to the court on a noticed motion (16 court days) because there is likely no urgency to hear...

I'm being sued by a credit card company and I'm not sure what my next step should be?

If you are served with a Summons and Complaint, you should first record the date and manner in which you were served, and then retain a lawyer to...