Paul Vallone

Use (and Abuse) of Demurrers in an Unlawful Detainer Proceeding

This article discusses the role of a demurrer in an unlawful detainer proceeding, and how tenants have historically used it…

1 year ago

“No Fault” Eviction Requirements in the City of Los Angeles

There are two types of no fault evictions  in the City of Los Angeles. First, there are the no fault…

2 years ago

Summary of the “Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure” Act

Real estate investors seeking to purchase properties through foreclosure should be aware of the Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act (PTFA)…

2 years ago

Terminating a California Tenancy Based on Nonpayment of Rent

Here’s what you need to know about terminating a California tenancy based on the tenant’s failure to pay rent.  The…

2 years ago

California Mobile Home Eviction Process in Nonpayment of Rent/Utilities Cases

This article discusses the process for evicting a mobile home owner from a mobile home park based on failure to…

2 years ago

30 Day Notice to Vacate Required in Non-Payment of Rent Cases Covered by the CARES Act

The federal CARES Act (enacted March 27, 2020) imposed a temporary moratorium on eviction filings for residential properties financed by…

2 years ago

When Can Landlords Enter Their Rental Property?

Under California law, when an owner rents real property to the resident, the resident is entitled to exclusive possession of…

3 years ago

Evictions After Foreclosure in California

Once title is perfected, the buyer should notify the occupants, in writing that they are the new new owners. Notice…

3 years ago

Evicting a Section 8 Tenant

The Department of Housing & Urban Development’s Section 8 program helps low-income tenants afford housing by providing rent subsidies to…

3 years ago

Synopsis of the City of Los Angeles Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance

The City of Los Angeles has enacted a Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance that applies to ALL rentals in the City of…

3 years ago