My friend & I were in a boat fire and suffered 3&4 the degree burns over large amounts of our bodies. We were hospitalized for over a month while intubated coma. How do I file a claim for damages?
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answered on Sep 1, 2020
You get an attorney and let him figure it out.
I have a name decree change notarized that Los Angeles Court gave me. Can I use that to change my last name on my deed?
The property is located in Los Angeles.
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answered on Aug 31, 2020
Go to a title company and ask them to fill a new form to change your name in your deed. Or go to a lawyer.
The same problem has come up 3 times over the last 6 months. They said that the problem was fixed, but today it happened again for the 3rd time. The water goes from likely a leaky pipe, under the tiles, and to the carpet. The carpet and wall are constantly getting moldy. They poorly replace the... View More 
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answered on Aug 31, 2020
First of all, go to the doctor to determine. Any maladies resulting from the bad plumbing . Most usually, you will get as asthma diagnosis or some type of respiratory infection. Second, make sure that you are complaining in writing. Third, go to the city inspector and ask him to take a look at... View More
I am a student transfer to UC Davis in the fall 2020. I signed a one year lease with an apartment on May. But now most of the courses are remote. And find out all my and my roommate's classes are remote after we register the classes in the middle of August. We living in Bay Area with family,... View More
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answered on Aug 29, 2020
The best way to get out of a lease is negotiation. Obviously that has failed. The second way is bankruptcy. If you signed the lease, I assume you do not have much income, so you can get out of the lease that way. If your attorney tells the landlord that it is better to take some money rather... View More
I've been deferring rent since April after being affected by covid-19. I cannot pay my large balance at this time and I have received this email from my property management:
"At this point we will no longer be accepting rent deferment. In addition, any and all large balances or... View More
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answered on Aug 27, 2020
If you can pay without hurting you, then do it. After the County removes the rent Moratorium then you will be required to pay your next month rent on the first of the month.
This is in alameda county, ca. My lease is due to expire to September 12 at midnight. Today, my landlord emailed me saying that someone else would like to rent our apartment beginning on September 8. They asked if we would be willing to vacate no later than September 1 so they can get the apartment... View More
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answered on Aug 26, 2020
You do not have to move. There is a Moratorium of Rents and Eviction until September 5, 2020. This MorAtorium could be extended. Best of luck..
I'm retiring, and my employer is forcing me to sign a waiver absolving them of any culpability for illegal things against me that happened in the past, even if I have no knowledge or proof of those things?
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answered on Aug 25, 2020
I would not sign any waiver unless they Provide in writing what crimes are they talking about. Best of luck.
Asking question on behave of someone who got hit by a car crossing a street on a crosswalk while the traffic lights were out. Driver did not stop at the intersection, but did stop after the accident and gave the person that got hit a ride, fully accepting the fault later. After discussing this... View More
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answered on Aug 22, 2020
Hire an attorney to help your friend. You should at least get a copy of the insurance coverage. Best of luck.
I am a tenant and my two other housemates all of a sudden told me they will not be living with me. I am unable to pay the full amount of rent and have been looking for other people to take over but cannot find anyone. I would like to break the lease.
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answered on Aug 21, 2020
Did they also sign the lease? If no, you can try to negotiate with the landlord.
Im going through a divorce and my ex wife is refinancing the house to her name only and I am to receive my VA certificate back as well as $55k from the equity per our agreement. Ive just been contacted by her loan officer stating that all documents have been signed by her and in order to complete... View More
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answered on Aug 21, 2020
FIRST , YOU SHOULD HAVE A LAWYER. NEVER SIGN ANY LEGAL DOCUMENTS WITHOUT AN ATTORNEY REVIEWING THOSE DOCUMENTS. YOU MAY ASK A COPY OF THE ESCROW SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT FROM THE LOAN OFFICER AND TAKE THAT AND OTHER PERTINENT DOCUMENTS TO YOUR ATTORNEY FOR REVIEW.
This has affected 3 other residents and the office has been aware since day one of the problem, which has now been 6 full days. 4 different electricians have been out to diagnose the problem now, however, NOTHING has been fixed nor has the management offered any resolution such as temporary lodging... View More
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answered on Aug 17, 2020
Is the manager the owner of the RV park? If so, hire a lawyer to sue him in State court. Best of luck.
Will I get in trouble if I call the cops because my ex attacked me with baseball bat however he has a restraining order against me but told me to come over and pick up some things
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answered on Aug 13, 2020
If you have a restraining order in California, never go see your ex, partner, husband or whatever. Violation of a Court Order could get you w few days in jail.
I’m a home owner. My roommate stepped on my dog and fell in the hallway , injured his shoulder. He is 56 yrs old. He’s been getting medical Treatment for several months.Now he needs surgery. He has Medi-Cal.He can’t find a Doctor Who will do his surgery on Medi-Cal. Do I pay for it I’m a... View More
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answered on Aug 11, 2020
Tricky issues in this case. You need to consult with a home insurance expert not a personal injury kawyer. If a stranger had stepped in your dog and gotten injured, there ya no doubt in my mind that your insurance company would have paid for the victim’injuries; however , because he is a... View More
at the back of the property. There was a full gate across the back allowing egress from the parking area of the building at my property's back. I was told that there was an informal agreement.There were 3 pictures on Zillow, showing the open gate to the other property's driveway. The ad... View More
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answered on Aug 7, 2020
If you can still access your garage from the front then all you are suffering is just a loss of convenience and time. The egress is not part of your property description. It is to be seen if there was an easement, highly doubtful as it may be. The realtor is offering his commission of $20,000.00... View More
We signed lease papers and paid first month rent and deposit . Were given a receipt along with keys to the property and the next morning got a call saying they were gonna give it to someone else Is that legal?
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answered on Aug 7, 2020
No. Landlord is in breach of contract. If the facts were reversed, LL would sue you. So, get a lawyer to write a letter for you. Best of luck.
I assume owner must make up the difference to the lender?
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answered on Aug 6, 2020
You assume wrong. In the first place, if this property had gone through escrow, the cloud on this title would have been found immediately. Second, this title could have been protected by the title insurance. Too many errors on this transaction. Good luck .
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answered on Aug 2, 2020
Whoever the Trustee is needs to give you a copy and the trustee should initiate the transfer of title. Best of luck.
He has told me that I am having an affair, am planning to kill him and steal everything from him. I am innocent of these accusations. I need to leave him but cannot afford a lawyer. Our home is still in both our names. We have been married 20 years. What can I do? I am in California and am very... View More
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answered on Aug 2, 2020
Get a lawyer right away. Your husband has a big pension and you could keep the house in a settlement plus you are entitled to permanent spousal support. Best of luck.
The next day they changed there mined. When I went to get my money they said they were keeping 2000 for a deposit witch we paid them in full there was no deposit and for the storage they rented to store there thing. First there was no deposit and second they forfit the sale why should I pay there... View More
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answered on Aug 2, 2020
I hope you were not defrauded. If the purchase was agreed to, then you can file a lawsuit for specific performance. Since the amount is too low, you can go to small claims court. Watch judge Judy first, so you will know what to bring to court, Best of luck,
I exercised my rights for COVID rental relief (deferral) and in retaliation my landlord is harassing me and trying to gain entry into apartment where I am sheltering in place. His excuse is that if I won't pay rent he will sell apartment and needs to come and do an inspection and take photos... View More
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answered on Jul 31, 2020
If you have a job and are earning your usual salary then you must pay rent. If you can prove tat Covid 19 has impacted your ability to pay rent, then you must provide documentation to prove your case.
Once you have proven your case, then you shall be protected from paying rent until your... View More
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