My question is legal right do I have and does she have being she is not a tenant? I'm also curious if Ars code 33-1378 applies

33-1378 has had some spotty support among local police departments. If she returns to the property, you can call the police, citing this law, and...

If you want to settle a writ out of court do you need to have a lump sum of cash to pay right away?

Was the original judgment received 8 years ago? Do you know if they've renewed the judgment in the meantime? Mr. Knight gave good advice; all you...

How can I go about settling this issue? I am tired of being garnished for a kid that's not mine!

The laws on paternity are quite complicated, and you ought to consult with a California family law attorney immediately. Even if you are in fact...

The lease will control the payment of utilities. If you agreed to the flat rate, a regulation or statute will not likely disturb your agreement.

Will I be able to use my results in order to try and break my lease?

Your landlord can hire its own mold testing company, and so can you. In order to break the lease, you'd have to give the landlord notice first and...

Can I file an appeal after an eviction hearing with the judge?

Don't appeal. The judge's decision was correct based on the evidence at the time. Find out what the status of your first case is. If it has been...

Can I take additional proof to a judge after a forcible detainer hearing?

Eviction actions have their own rules of procedure. RPEA 15(a)(2) is a direct hit: "Either party may file a motion to set aside a judgment [on] the...

Will I be liable to return his entire security deposit because of the delay in getting his statement to him

You have to send it 14 business days after his demand for it. 33-1321. You may still be within the timeline. If you get sued for the return of the...

How long do I have to keep abandoned items that were left at my home by a tenant before they are legally mine?

Either 10 days following an abandonment or 21 following a writ. The possessions don't become yours. Follow 33-1368(E) if you filed a writ, 33-1370...

Is there a way to get my name taken off without paying the buy out cost of the lease?

33-1318 allows you to end the lease for domestic violence, provided certain conditions are met. Section C says the act of domestic violence must...