Landlord Retaliation in California: Complaints, City Inspections, and Eviction Notices
A tenant reports plumbing problems, mold, pests, unsafe wiring, or another condition to the landlord. When the problem is not resolved, the tenant contacts the City or another government agency. Soon afterward, the landlord serves a termination notice or begins an eviction. That sequence does not automatically prove retaliation—but it can create a serious legal […]
Why California Landlords Need a StrongAttorney Before a Rental Dispute Escalates
New California Landlord-Tenant Law: Early Legal Advice for Landlords A landlord should not wait until a lawsuit is filed to obtain legal advice. Early involvement by an experienced landlord-defense attorney can help identify the governing rules, preserve evidence, correct problems, and select a lawful strategy before avoidable mistakes make the dispute more difficult or expensive. […]
New California Sexual Harassment DecisionsStrengthen Employees’ Access to Court
New California Sexual Harassment Decisions Strengthen Employees’ Access to Court Recent published California appellate decisions have strengthened important procedural protections for employees alleging workplace sexual harassment. The decisions address two questions that can significantly affect a case: whether harassment based on sexual orientation qualifies as sexual harassment and whether a predispute arbitration agreement can prevent […]
