How to Serve Notices Required in a California Eviction Proceeding

2 years ago

“Due process” is a fundamental component of almost any lawsuit, including unlawful detainer actions.   This legal concept ensures the defendant…

Summary of Oakland’s Eviction Control Ordinance

2 years ago

Oakland has adopted an eviction control ordinance which prohibits a property owner from terminating a tenancy without good or just…

Overview of San Diego’s Eviction Control Ordinance

2 years ago

California has a statewide “just cause” eviction control ordinance (CCP 1946.2), requiring an eviction to be based on one of…

Tips for Collecting Outstanding Rent

2 years ago

In our 10/16/22 post we discussed ways to avoid renting to financially irresponsible tenants.  Unfortunately, the reality is that non-paying…

How to Minimize the Risk of Renting to Financially Irresponsible Tenants

2 years ago

Paying rent on time is the tenant’s most fundamental obligation under any lease or rental agreement. When tenants pay late…

Default Proceedings in a California Eviction Case

2 years ago

This article discusses how to favorably resolve an eviction case in situations where the tenant fails to respond to the…

What is an Order to Post and When is it Necessary in a California Eviction Proceeding?

2 years ago

As a matter of fairness, litigants in any lawsuit are entitled to notice of the proceeding and an opportunity to…

Dealing with Criminal Activity at your Rental Unit

2 years ago

This article offers tips on how to identify, address and hopefully avoid illegal activities taking place on your property.  We…

Anatomy of a California Eviction Proceeding

2 years ago

This article explores the fundamental steps to pursuing any Unlawful Detainer case in California. This is not meant to be…

Overview of San Francisco’s Eviction Control Ordinance

2 years ago

San Francisco has its own Rent and Eviction Control Ordinance, found in Chapter 37 of the San Francisco Administrative Code. …