Is there a time frame when our previous landlords have to send us a final accounting for billing us on damages above wear n tear

The information required to answer your question is down at Civil Code section 1950.5. This section provides guide to the landlord as to what may...

Itenant owes late and service fees as per lease and refuses to pay them.

Given the fact that your rental increase is based upon the CPI, I must assume that this property is subject to some manner of rent control. The...

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Can a tenant use my rental house to run board and care without my knowledge ? Am I liable for anything ? rental ins will cover ?

While a day care service, (babysitting), may be run a board and care facility is a horse of a whole different color. A business license would be...

Do I have a case against my landlord?

Say hello to the small claims clerk for me when you pick up your plaintiff's demand. It will be up to the landlord to justify each of the costs she...

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What can I do about a former landlord giving out personal information?

Golnar hit the problem right on the head. There is no privilege to assert here. Plus, don't forget, your ex's attorney may have subpoenaed the...

Can I evict only one tenant on a three tenant lease?

One caveat to this plan. If you have accepted rent knowing the girlfriend is there you have, for all intents and purposes, waived your right to...

Ud went to trial agreed to be out 11/05/2013 what happends if i dont leave on that date?

The worst thing that could happen to you would be to have the Sheriff's Dept. come to your home and tell you you have to leave. You will not be...

I want to take my ex landlord to small claims for my security deposit

I would hope that your landlord provided you with a detailed invoice and copies of all receipts for the work he did, something he is required by...

I'm a tenant and need to know the law in California regarding painting

A proper response would require a review of your rental agreement or lease. If painting or repair is prohibited, then they would be within their...

Should I give 60 days notice first or 3-day-notice for rent or quit? I plan to let them move out due to late payment issues.

Yeah, that's a problem. Within the city of Los Angeles Rent Stabilization Ordinance you are precluded, (sorry, slipped into lawyer talk), you are...