California has a statute giving certain victims of abuse the right to terminate their existing lease without liability for payments due over the remaining lease

In California and elsewhere an eviction is the most common method of regaining possession of real property unlawfully occupied by another.  There are, however, other

A common ground for eviction in California includes one based on the tenant’s violation of the lease agreement or rental contract.  However, California law recognizes

This article highlights the differences between lease agreements and rental contracts, and the pros/cons of choosing one over the other when renting to a tenant. 

Apartment complex owners, mobile home parks and other landlords often provide their on-site managers and workers with free housing or reduced rent as an incentive

A Nevada tenant can be evicted for intentionally or negligently damaging the rental unit.  Here’s a synopsis of Nevada law on this subject.     Legal

Senate Bill SB 567 (effective on April 1, 2024) makes changes to two specific types of evictions under The Tenant Protection Act of 2019.  Specifically,

Owning a rental unit can be a lucrative endeavor but isn’t without its fair share of risks. Rental scams are a growing issue in major

The City of Long Beach has enacted a “Just Cause” eviction control ordinance that prohibits eviction of a tenant unless the landlord has a reason

The County of Los Angeles has enacted an Anti-Harassment Ordinance covering unincorporated areas of the County, that gives renters more legal recourse to sue their

The County of Los Angeles Rent Stabilization and Tenant Protection Ordinance, includes “just cause” eviction protections for tenants residing in unincorporated areas of the County. 

This article explains the legal procedures used by tenants to contest an eviction order entered by the trial judge.  In short, once a landlord has

Tenants are supposed to leave the rental unit or sign a new rental contract when their lease ends, but what happens if they remain in

A “No Cause” eviction in Nevada occurs when the eviction is based on the lease’s expiration or when there is no lease between the landlord

Unless you’re a seasoned litigator, the prospect of having to attend a court hearing can be stressful. Although the hearing represents an important part of

A landlord of residential property is required to maintain the rental unit in a habitable condition, which includes furnishing essential services unless the lease provides

This article discusses the circumstances when you should hire an attorney to represent you in a Nevada eviction case, and those situations where attorney representation