I’ve lived here 10 years and they are new property owners. I never had annual inspections before
answered on May 26, 2023
Civil Code section 1954 covers the landlord's right to enter a dwelling unit. It does NOT provide for general "inspections". Any provision in a lease or rental agreement purporting to have a tenant waive their rights under section 1954 is void [Civil Code section 1953(a)]. You should... View More 
My neighbor hired a tree trimmer to cut down a tree in their yard. Tree trimmers walked around to our side gate, opened our gate, entered our yard, cut down one of our palm trees 20 feet away from the fence line, inside of our yard, left the tree laying in our backyard, broke a sprinkler when it... View More
answered on May 16, 2023
You may be able to recover up to three times the value of the tree plus attorney fees, and property damage for the sprinkler and fence, as well as damages for trespass. You are more likely to be satisfied with the result if you have a knowledgeable and aggressive attorney representing you. Start... View More
My wife was almost killed by a police K9 a year and a half ago while working for the sheriff's office. Her psychologist was suggesting she get some cats as a support animal because my wife is an animal lover, but now has a rightful fear and mistrust of dogs. Our apartment doesn't allow... View More
answered on May 12, 2023
You are in a difficult position. First, your lease is a contract. There did not have to be a specific discussion at the signing about pets if the lease says they are not allowed. Again, regarding that you "figured" small pets were fine: if the lease says no, you don't get to make... View More
answered on May 11, 2023
The short answer is yes. The statute of limitations relates to when a legal action must be brought. However, if a judgment was obtained against you, it lasted ten years, and may have been renewed for another ten. There are also exceptions to the statute of limitations, such as time you were... View More
However my husband doesn't have a will. They are joint tenants in common on the deed. I worry if he dies before getting a will my brother in law will take the house. My husband wants me or our kids to have his half in case he dies, but he is slow at getting legal stuff done. I worry he might... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2023
You state they are "joint tenants in common". There is no such thing. They are either "joint tenants" or "tenants in common". If they are "Joint tenants", then which ever outlives the other will get the entire property. Having a will would not change this... View More
Hi,
I used to own a restaurant and sold it almost 10 years ago in 2013. The lease they were on expired over 5 years ago. I got a notice in the mail about notice of belief of abandonment for unpaid rent since November. The place has been sold twice since I sold it how am I responsible if... View More
answered on Jan 17, 2023
Your legal position will depend on such factors as whether you were ever released from the lease, how the extension was accomplished (option, automatic?) and other facts specific to your situation. Do not speak with the firm until after you have had a consultation and document review with counsel,... View More
My Landlord is a very nice lady but she wants me to sign a California Association of Realtors Pet Addendum where I would have to cover any damages made by my dog. My worry is that every little scratch on the wood floors or issue will be blamed on my pet and I will be liable for thousands or tens of... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2022
Assuming this is a new tenancy, you should document the condition of the place when you first take possession. Photos, video and a written inspection signed by landlord and tenant all are helpful. Do the same when the tenancy ends. Whether you sign the addendum or not, you are responsible for... View More
Hello I currently have a lease through a property management my landlord placed house for sale as soon as we had signed a contract extension. with that being said em I obligated to show the property if I'm still under contract?
answered on Dec 13, 2022
Yes, but there are limits, as well as requirements for proper notice. Read carefully California Civil Code section 1954, especially (d)(2). https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?sectionNum=1954&lawCode=CIV
Her inuries included two compound fracture both legs and crced pelvis a brief amwas in hospital two week than in a long term care facility.....yet she only offered 6. Thousand.. ..why so little.others I know we're getting much much more
answered on Nov 17, 2022
Every case is different, but it sounds like your friend is 1. not represented by a lawyer and 2. is still negotiating. She needs a lawyer to get her the best money recovery. It's really that simple. Insurance companies will take advantage of people who do not have lawyers. They make more... View More
answered on Jan 25, 2024
Turn it over to your insurance company immediately. If you don't have insurance, hire an attorney promptly.
This is in. Ca lifornia
answered on Jan 19, 2024
No. You are not allowed to practice law just because someone names you in a POA.
who is not mentioned in the docs, wants to challenge the trust under claims that my dad promised that she’d be taken care of financially after his death. They lived together for three years, but there’s no documentation to support her claim. All assets are now in my family trust
answered on Jan 4, 2024
She will have to initiate the legal action, but you should retain counsel now, in order to obtain advice as to what steps to take to prepare for court. With the very little information provided, it does appear that she would not prevail, but that does not mean you should take the threat lightly.
answered on Dec 8, 2023
There are a lot of facts missing from your description, and the terms of the contract are not stated, but in general, yes, when someone fails to repay a loan, a lawsuit is possible.
Or do I have to use the current value
answered on Oct 6, 2023
The market value on the date of death is the value used for probate purposes.
We have an account with Xifinity/Comcast. One of the accounts is Internet/Tv service and we pay the monthly bill without it being on auto pay. We have a mobile account and I asked them to take us off auto pay and they refused. I asked them many many times and they still refused.
What is... View More
answered on Sep 22, 2023
Yes. Xfinity mobile only uses autopay. It is in the terms of service. You agreed to it. You can use a different mobile phone company if you want.
…house and assets would be left to his step daughter. A few years ago she had gone into the bank to place me as her beneficiary for the account. Would they still honor the will or does me being beneficiary of the bank account override that?
answered on Sep 11, 2023
The bank account designation puts the account outside the probate estate. That means it goes to you, not in accordance with the will.
Mortgage paid and small savings to go to son. Easiest and least costly way for him to inherited. Please advise. Thank you
answered on Aug 3, 2023
You really need to invest in an estate planning consultation. You don't necessarily need, for example, a trust, but you do need to understand the risks and benefits of the various options.
title theft has been or is being attempted on this property. the owner put the deed in my care.
answered on Jul 31, 2023
Simply being in possession of a recorded grant deed does not give you any authority over the property. If, for some reason, the owner wants you to be able to handle matters in regard to their property, they should look into granting you a power of attorney.
The sellers & agent both lied to us and our agent.
We asked 3x our agent and he said In writing they put natural causes.but the sellers agent even told our neighbors not to mention anything even that it came out in the news. We felt we overpayed for the property due to lack of knowledge... View More
answered on Jul 22, 2023
Yes, it sounds like you have a good case. They were required to truthfully disclose this material fact. Start consulting with real estate litigation attorneys. Be sure to have all your documentation available regarding the transaction and the misrepresentation.
Possible Elder abuse by his spouse. I am out of state, unable to communicate with him privately as she has control over his cell phone. My sister and I are gravely concerned regarding his bed sores and his weight loss. Health care worker in home has recommended he be taken to the ER and his... View More
answered on Jul 6, 2023
You can report your concerns to Adult Protective services in the county in which your father resides. They will investigate. See: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/adult-protective-services
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