Mr. Kane's answer is correct and well written. Simply put, the landlord may not keep the deposit because you left early. You will need to use Mr....

What action is necessary prior to filing fee arbitration against an attorney?

Simply answer, no notice is required. However, fee arbitration does not go into the super details but only what is reasonable.

Retainer was paid up front for lawyer to earn the non-refundable fee he has missed 2 meetings does not return calls and 6 month

I used to work for the State Bar, so I am used to seeing these complaints. Most attorneys have earned at least some of the retainer. As others...

Should I be filing a complaint with the state bar if my lawyer gave a wrong date in a notice of hearing letter I got in the mail

I formerly worked for the State Bar of California, so I can provide some insight into this. Your complaint will be read and then closed, based on...

$50 they were charging me compounded interest theory which racked up for one week 1600 dollars I paid them the $50 and took th

If you left behind belongings in a residential rental, there are strict rules which must be followed by the landlord. In addition, the landlord...

Can I make my roommate pay his portion of remaining balance for apartment if we are both on the lease?

You and your roommate are both liable for rent, if you are both on the lease together. You are correct that you can sue your roommate to recover...

Can I use my tenants last months rent to pay for property damages in excess of security deposit?

No. The rent paid for the last month is just that, rent. It is not a deposit. Any costs above the $500 you collected for the security deposit...

Can a landlord increase the rent of a rent controlled apt in SF if the parties on the lease are getting a divorce?

Michael Chan's answer is spot on and thorough. The Rent Board is a great resource in SF and there a number of tenant organizations that can offer...

How long do I have to wait to give a tenant a 30 day notice I am not retaliating and don't want it to seem that way

It would appear that you are retaliating, regardless of what you say. I would be careful about evicting this tenant at this time. You should...

Deductions off Rental Security Deposit

You can do the work yourself and charge what a professional would charge, within reason. Do not use the deposit as a way to make a profit or...