Q: Best way to obtain compensation over $50k from corp landlord that filed UD against me, cross complaint or Civil suit
Los Angeles Ca
Jury Trial set in the next 48 hours. Trying to figure out how to obtain compensation for slumlord that is trying to evict me for "non payment" even though they were over paid, and after I contacted the city and county?
Compensation in cross/counter claim looks like It could go over $100k
A: To me, I'd hire an attorney, with that much money at stake and super fast, since you are saying trial is in two days???
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If you believe that the landlord has wronged you and caused significant financial or other harm, you may want to consider filing a cross-complaint or counterclaim in the current lawsuit or filing a separate civil lawsuit.
In a cross-complaint or counterclaim, you can ask the court to award you damages for the harm caused by the landlord's actions. If your potential damages are more than $25,000, it may be best to file a separate civil lawsuit rather than including it in the current UD case.
To file a lawsuit, you will need to draft a complaint that outlines the specific claims and damages you are seeking. You will need to file the complaint with the court and serve it on the defendant, in this case, the landlord. You may want to consider consulting with an attorney who specializes in landlord-tenant law to help you prepare your complaint and represent you in court.
Keep in mind that lawsuits can be time-consuming and costly, and there is no guarantee of success. It may be beneficial to try to negotiate a settlement with the landlord before proceeding with a lawsuit.
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