I got a 60 day notice of termination of tenancy CC 1946.1 and CCP 1161. What are my defenses?

It appears based on what you said that Notice was proper. If you lived in the unit for a year or more, the landlord must give you 60 days notice...

What can I do if I have received an eviction notice because of complaints I issued to the landlord?

I agree with my colleague, you need to double check the terms of the lease. If the notice was not effective, you may have a viable defense of...

Although air conditioning is generally viewed as an amenity and not a requirement of habitability in California, the landlord should maintain the...

Substantial breach of warranty of habitability

If the effect of not having heat is a substantial interference, you may be able to sue landlord for breach of implied warranty of habilitability...

Moved into an apartment a week ago. Roommate won't provide a front door key still

Assuming the contract is a valid contract (offer, acceptance, consideration), then you would have means of enforcing the signed and written...

Will the stipulation agreement show up on our credit report, even after the unpaid rent has been paid off in full?

Was the case dismissed? Was a judgment already entered? If a satisfaction of judgment was filed after a judgmentwas entered and after payment was...

Have there been any changes to Davis Stirling election rules since 2006?

You can find more information at: http://www.davis-stirling.com/MainIndex/ElectionMenu/tabid/269/Default.aspx

Can attorneys in California charge me for "rental," "parking" and "meal with client" as a legitimate cost?

I agree, it is important to read your retainer agreement to see what costs and expenses it provides for. You should also put it in writing to your...