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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Can a landlord force you to fumigate your apartment if no bed bugs have been found but your neighbor has them?
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answered on Feb 24, 2019

Nobody can force you to do anything against your will. However, if you do get bedbugs later, you may not have a recourse against the landlord. Many leases have language as to maintenance, but I would be interested in learning if they have a clause against bedbugs prevention. Talk to the City... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law, Intellectual Property and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Do I have any rights to stay in my boyfriends house till I find a new place for my daughter and myself since he passed?

My daughter and I have lived with my boyfriend for about 7 years,he doesn’t own the house it’s in a trust. It goes to his children when he dies,and most of the things in it we acquired since we were together,we remodeled it together:He has not spoke to any of his children in over 6 years and... View More

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answered on Feb 24, 2019

This question should be posted in the Estate and Trusts site. Best of luck.

4 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents for California on
Q: If my injury is the result of a crash by another driver and I am injured, am I able to sue them to pay for my therapy?

My family and I got into a car crash when our car was rammed from behind by another car. The driver of the other car who rammed us got away with $800 only. This happened in May. We were checked for physical injuries, but they said nothing was wrong. My arm progressively got worse as the months went... View More

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answered on Feb 7, 2019

Call your insurance company and inform them of your accident. If you have the police report take it to an attorney and let him help you. Best of luck.

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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant and Real Estate Law for California on
Q: Can a landlord deny you based on age even if you make well enough for rent?

I have to move out because my family is moving. I have a stable job with provable income. My roommate and I are both 18 and easily make enough but since we have no rental history we’re worried if we can be denied based on age.

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answered on Feb 4, 2019

If you are already a tenant just continue paying the rent. Worry about your age and income when they question you. Best of luck!.

2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: CAN THE OWNERS OF MY MOMS HOUSE REFUSE TO GIVE HER A COPY OF HER LEASE AND DEMAND HER SIGN A NEW ONE FIRST?
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answered on Feb 4, 2019

No. It is not reasonable. An agreement is a meeting of the minds. The landlord’s refusal to provide the old lease could be interpreted as superior knowledge and advantage. Insist that the landlord provide the previous lease or retain an attorney. Best of luck.

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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Can a landlord try to evict you still if you give partial rent payment late?

I wasn’t able to pay rent earlier this month in full and month is almost over, but I notified her that I can make payments once my disability kicks in to pay off my balance. Could she still try to evict me if I haven’t yet paid in full?

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answered on Jan 16, 2019

Yes, the landlord could evict you starting on the first day of the month after the partial payment was made. The best thing to do is catch-up with the past and present rent owed, before your LL issues you a 3 Day Notice to Pay or Quit. Best of luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Can I be evicted for having my elderly mother that's in late stages of dementia live with me

My mother's dementia has gotten to the stage where she needs someone there to take care of her at all times.

She isn't on the lease / rental agreement but I do live in an area of Los Angeles county that falls under rent stabilisation which has rules against eviction without good reason.

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answered on Jan 15, 2019

Look at your lease and find out if there is a clause that states that you may have to pay for another person. If you do, offer to pay for the extra person and you may avoid the hustle of litigation which is very expensive. Sometimes, proactive negotiation is better than all out litigation. Best... View More

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Q: My landlord gave me a pay or quit notice on the same day I made a deposit into her account.

I was 2 months behind due to my prev. payment bouncing back. I deposited a payment in her account before I knew she put a notice on my door. Since I made a partial payment and she didn't return it as "not accepted", does this negate the notice I was given? I requested a 1 week... View More

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answered on Jan 11, 2019

IMMEDIATELY PAY HER THE BALANCE. BEST OF LUCK.

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: I have had no hot water for three days and my landlord has not fixed the problem. What do I do?
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answered on Jan 8, 2019

File a Complaint with the City ‘s inspector and have them contact your landlord to fix the problem. Best of luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Our apt flooded and is being repaired. We are unable to enter our home for at least 3 weeks. are we required to pay rent

Dec 6th, Flood. Repairs started Dec 17th and estimated to be finished around Jan 5th. Are we required to pay rent for the month of December? Also, please note that I had to pay for movers and storage for this time frame, about $600.

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answered on Dec 27, 2018

Depending on how the flood happened you may be entitled to being placed in a residence similar to your dwelling. However, you should continue paying rent to avoid an eviction. Best of luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Can another person renting in the house act for the landlord and give me 30 days?

im a student at ucsd and i was home in sf for the holidays. on xmas eve the "tenant landlord" i call him(hes been renting the house for a long time and rents out the other rooms to lodgers and pays the real landlord) asked if i had received an email about him buying a house. i hadnt. he... View More

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answered on Dec 26, 2018

No. You need at least 60 days Notice to Vacate property. Tell him to stop harassing you and stop violating your Covenant of Peace and Quiet enjoyment. S end him a written letter and tell him to stop violating your rights under the implied Covenant of Peace and Quiet Enjoyment. If you have the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Do I have to take my landlord’s offer of staying in a bad hotel in a different city while they finally start repairs

My landlord says if I don’t agree they will evict me

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answered on Dec 22, 2018

You do not have to take a "bad hotel". You have the right to be in a place similar or equal to the abode you reside. If the next town is only a few miles, then you may suggest a different hotel.

If you have any issues with your landlord, it may be worthy for you to hire an...
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2 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law, Civil Litigation and Contracts for California on
Q: I have an exciting dog bite case for my daughter who is 8. Wants California law in the steps and documents I sign

I mean existing.attorney said the other party’s ins offered 40 thousand I have not seen any offer or agreement with a break down but my attorney want me to sign a document that says considering 35 thousand /releasing the other party of all liability???? Is this right ????

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answered on Dec 19, 2018

You should call your attorney and ask him to explain the offer to settle and once you are satisfied then follow his instructions. Best of luck.

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2 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law and Personal Injury for California on
Q: In a California dog bite case of a minor the mother who was in the middle of the attack but not bitten untitled to comp

Would gas miles and medical supplies that were paid for out of pocket be reimbursed. And when would I the mother release liability to the other party

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answered on Dec 19, 2018

This is a most interesting question. You are definitely entitled to reimbursement for all out of pocket expenses on behalf of your son. However, if I understand you correctly, you wish to know if you would be entitled to recovery for your emotional distress.

Although your son’s case...
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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: What can i do after a sheriff lockout eviction from a unfair unlawful detatainer.

I provided proof to stop the lockout but still was forced to leave

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answered on Dec 17, 2018

If you have been unlawfully evicted you may file a lawsuit in the Superior court of your county.

There are three things you need to prove:

1. There was a violation of a housing code by the landlord and you repeatedly complained of the violation to the Landlord.

2. You...
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2 Answers | Asked in Foreclosure, Real Estate Law and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: My family rented a home from who we thought was the owner but she lost house in foreclosure

We learned that the house was in contract phase with a new individual. Now the sale is final and that woman is demanding $ but refuses to turn water on which was part of our initial lease with the initial woman we rented from. What are our options ??

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answered on Dec 14, 2018

Assuming you have already sent her a letter telling her to turn the water and she has refused. Call the City inspectors and tell them to cite her for depriving you of water and sewage. Once the city inspects your house and cites her, talk to a Tenant lawyer to advise your further. Best of luck:

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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Roof has been leaking for years and I have asked the landlord to have it fixed and yet he is ignoring my requests.
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answered on Dec 6, 2018

Call the City inspectors and ask them to write a report. Best of luck.

4 Answers | Asked in Wrongful Death for California on
Q: My mother was hit and killed by a driverless car. Can I still sue the person in the driver's seat or do I need to go

after the car maker?

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answered on Dec 4, 2018

I think that you could sue both, the car owner and the manufacturer. It would be a great case that would set a precedent for litigation against driverless cars. Best of luck

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Q: If my husband died in a car crash but was a stay-at-home parent who planned to return to a corporate attorney job at the

end of the year, can I sue for loss of income?

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answered on Nov 27, 2018

Maybe. We need to know more facts. Best of luck.

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4 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for California on
Q: we have a dog in our rural area that has killed several livestock and pet

This animal is quite friendly and the animal control knows him well but will continue to release to owner when bail is paid. What recourse do we homeowners have with our livestock and pets when this dog continues to get out and kill our animals? Mine were for my son who is special needs and he is... View More

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answered on Oct 28, 2018

Sue the owner in small claims court and ask for the reasonable value of your livestock. Best of luck.

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