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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Our son lives in San Jose. His landlord wants him to move on May 1st. Not an eviction, He hasn't found a place to move.
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answered on Apr 24, 2020

The LL can force your son out only by a process called unlawful detainer. The process is very fast but he has a chance to answer the complaint and with the help of an attorney he may be able to delay the process in accordance with the law. Best of luck.

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Q: Hi, Im in Los Angeles. When the virus hit, I lost my job and income; now Im 3 weeks behind on my rent and my landlord...

My landlord has suddenly informed me that he is going to have my car towed Friday. The car is parked properly, in the space he himself assigned me when I first signed the lease 6 months ago. His argument is that the lease states the vehicles must be operational to be parked in their space. My car... View More

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answered on Apr 23, 2020

He is a creative landlord. It is not his duty to tow your car due to a DNV violation. He does not have the right to assume powers granted to the State. However, the LL is using dirty tactics to psychologically affect you and force you to move out. You should move your car out temporarily and... View More

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Q: I am 66 years old and have bed bugs bad. Even though the manager/owner will not spray again do I have a legal problem?

I have lived here for over 25 years I did not have bug problems until last year after the lady below me passed away and had bed bugs. They sprayed, however, the bugs just came upstairs and now I am infested. I was sprayed twice and they had to pay some people $600 to move my furniture an inch... View More

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answered on Apr 17, 2020

You need to call a warranty of habitability attorney in order to get legal help with your bed bugs problem. Search for warranty of habitability or bed bugs problems attorney on Google or any other search program. This simple search will provide you the name of an attorney near you. Best of luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for California on
Q: Am I entitled to all or part of my sales commission if my client purchased Land Parcels directly from the owner?
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answered on Apr 16, 2020

Your RE sales contract agreement should have a clause that refers to your client bypassing your services. Best of luck.

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Q: I live in a hotel room that was converted into a studio. I pay monthly 1500. Due to corona virus i lost my job and only

Can i get evicted on the same day

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answered on Apr 15, 2020

The management needs to file a lawsuit for unlawful detainer if the room was legally converted into a studio. However, you should read your lease for the actual language. Best of luck.

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Q: Can you force a short sale on a co-owned upside down property? Would it be possible to get some money out of it?

I have a client who is currently living with his sister on property they inherited. However, they make each other miserable and my client is hoping to move out. He cannot afford to pay a portion of the mortgage and rent at another place so he needs to be free of the debt. Of course, he could... View More

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answered on Apr 15, 2020

Briefly, if you are having problems; you can legally file a petition for Partition- Best of luck.

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Q: I was assaulted on Saturday night where my employer punched me in the nose and today is Tuesday I am reporting it to the

I need to know if that is too long of a. To report it to the police

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answered on Apr 15, 2020

It is not too large but it would be better if you can present witnesses and pictures and medical records. Best of luck!!!

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Q: Can the original Grantor sell Trust property when they are no longer the Trustee?

I am the Trustee of a house that's recorded in a Trust. My mother the original grantor, but no longer the Trustee sold the house. I thought I was the only one with legal signature for the trust property. How would a title company allow this sale without my signature? Could they have just... View More

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answered on Apr 14, 2020

A trust can be revoked by a Trustor prior to her death. This would not have been possible if the Tust had been an irrevocable Trust. Best of luck.

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Q: We came to the United States 4 years ago and we have sponser(my uncle),we don't have good financial situation right now

my uncle never support us from first day and we don't speak with he, actually he left us!

Can we apply for food stamps?

does this affect on US citizenship?

thanks

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answered on Apr 12, 2020

If you are citizens or permanent residents who have sponsored a relative, you are presumed to have sufficient income to sponsor said relative. Since 4 years have gone by, you should go and request your food stamps based on loss of income and job due to Corina virus.

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Real Estate Law for California on
Q: Hi! My Friend is a dual citizen (FiL-Am) living in California. His mom died recently and his father lives in Philippines

His parents are both living in the Philippines but his mom died just recently (because of Ncov) and his dad is currently hospitalized and doesn't have the capability to travel back to California to do the paper works because of his mental state as well. His parents doesn't have any will... View More

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answered on Apr 12, 2020

Assuming the property is in California, If his mother dies first, then the father can file a Petition under PC 240, under intestate succession. If both of his parents die then son can initiate the proceedings. It is preferable to retain an attorney. My condolences on the passing of your,... View More

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Q: I received a $40k settlement for harassment & relocation from an owner move-in eviction. How much, if any, is taxable?

This was a no-fault eviction in San Francisco that was not in good faith. The apartment was rent-controlled and I lived there for 15 years. I have a disability that was included when determining the relocation amount. There wasn't anything designated for wages or lost wages or other lost work... View More

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answered on Apr 10, 2020

If there is still time you may have your attorney contact opposite attorney and allocate the settlement, say $30k mental distress (which is non-taxable) and $10k reallocation. If not written, then , use the actual amount spent on relocation as taxable income and declare the balance as non-taxable... View More

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Q: As a CA Real Estate Broker, Can I "help and assist" a Borrower in filing for a Covid Loan by US SBA's stimulus loan?

With the recent "covidation", US will grant money to Small bizs. Some of them, (if not most) don't even know how to use the computer nor file and compile the paperwork requirements. To make it EZ for them, Can a California Real Estate Broker help and "assist" them in doing... View More

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answered on Apr 10, 2020

Let me ask you with a theoretical question, Could I sell hoses to any consumers without a Real Estate License. If so, then I could say you could also help people with their SBA loans for a fee. Best of luck

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6 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for California on
Q: My truck was hit by someone being pursued by the police. the police admitted that they didn't have the sirens on.

The suspect ran the red light at a high rate of speed and T boned me.

Later the police asked me to sign something at the hospital..(idk what it said.) It was then they admitted to having no sirens on b/c they were trying to catch up to him. The vehicle was stolen, and I had no uninsured... View More

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answered on Apr 4, 2020

I am to assume the other driver had no insurance. If so, you may sue the Police. Get an attorney to represent you. It's free until they make money for you. Best of luck.

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Q: I own a property with 3 of my sisters. Sister #4 is suing for her 25% of the property and sister # 2 is living in it

As a 25% owner how can sister #2 live in the house without paying rent and without having to repay sister#4 after the lawsuit is over.

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answered on Apr 4, 2020

Your sister #4 is suing sister #2 for Partition. Each of the siblings will have to either get their own lawyers or agree to Sister # 2 to represent your interest. Best of luck.

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Q: Is it against the law for a tenant to remove a security camera on the exterior of my house? If so, what CIV is it?

A tenant, that is renting a room in my home, didn’t like my exterior camera facing the front porch. He called the police, when I wasn’t there, and they told him to take it down. He toke it down. When I called the police, they said it was okay and that he didn’t break any laws. Can that be real?

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answered on Mar 27, 2020

I believe so. However, you may be entitled to plaça a security camera on another area to protect entry into your apartment.

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Q: My husband abandoned me and I need to sell our house. Can I sell it without his signature?
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answered on Mar 27, 2020

If he is on the deed, I do not know of any other way to do it without court intervention.

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Q: My family has a duplex property in Mountain View, California that has been rented out for at least 10 years.

Both spaces are being rented out at the moment. We would like to terminate the lease of one of the tenants that was living at the property before my parents even bought the place. The last written lease was done a long time ago and since there is no formal written lease. I am wondering how many... View More

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answered on Mar 26, 2020

Normally, it is 60 days, but with the Corona Virus going on, you may have to wait for 60 days to find out whether the Courts will reopen soon and allow you to proceed. Best of luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: thinking of all this COVID business going on am I still allowed to give tenants 60 days notice?

We are in the middle of settling my father in law's estate and that includes getting rid of the people living in the house. He was living in the property but renting the main house. Without a contract. They have been paying monthly but less than similar rentals in the area. They also are... View More

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answered on Mar 26, 2020

Just to be safe, wait for 60 days and see what the new regulations are at that time. Then, if you must, you could send them the 60 days Notice. However, be advised that certain cities have regulations regarding buyout of tenancies in the form of relocation packages. Make sure you have an... View More

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Q: Is it legal for my landlord to send me a TERMINATION NOTICE because my apartment needs to get remodel. please advice me

The landlord gave me until April 7 to move out I have my 75 year old father with me I need help or a advice to solve the situation.

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answered on Mar 26, 2020

The short answer is no. If the house is in such disrepair, the landlord should not terminate your lease. On the contrary, LL should take steps to find you another place to live while the repairs are done. Please reach out to an attorney near you to explain the various issues surrounding your... View More

4 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Civil Rights for California on
Q: I was passenger in an auto accident. I didn't go to the hospital after the accident, but now I'm in serious pain.

What do I do next and do I pick a doctor lawyer? I didn't get the other party's info yet, should I do that before I do anything? What do I need to bring to these appointments? Thank you

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answered on Mar 24, 2020

Go to the doctor first. Call your lawyer afterwards. Best of luck.

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