Calabasas Tenant Rights Lawyer

Offering Client-Focused Legal Services Throughout Bakersfield, San Bernardino, Stockton, & Modesto, California

Finding a desirable and affordable place to rent may seem like the hard part when choosing a commercial or residential property, but sometimes disputes arise after you’ve moved in. Likewise, as the landlord in Calabasas, you might discover that your seemingly ideal tenants become problematic over time, creating issues for you as the property owner. 

In California, tenant law can be difficult to decipher, though it aims to protect folks on both sides of the equation. If you find yourself dealing with a property dispute, the best thing you can do to protect your rights is to speak with a legal professional who can assess your situation and advise you on best practices. 

Your Rights as a Tenant in Los Angeles County

As a tenant in Calabasas, it’s crucial to understand your rights under California law. Many renters are unaware of the protections available to them, which can lead to misunderstandings and disputes with landlords. At Gaines & Gaines, APLC, we believe that informed tenants are empowered tenants.

Here are some key rights that every tenant should know:

  • Right to a Habitable Home: Your landlord is obligated to provide a safe and livable environment, including necessary repairs and maintenance.
  • Protection Against Retaliation: If you exercise your rights as a tenant—such as reporting code violations—your landlord cannot retaliate against you.
  • Right to Privacy: Landlords must provide reasonable notice before entering your rental unit, except in emergencies.
  • Security Deposit Regulations: California law limits how much a landlord can charge for a security deposit and outlines the conditions for its return.
  • Right to Fair Housing: You cannot be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, or disability.

If you believe your rights have been violated or if you have questions about your legal standing, our experienced team at Gaines & Gaines, APLC is here to help. We offer personalized consultations to ensure you understand your rights and the best course of action.

Call (866) 400-4450 or complete our online form to schedule a no-cost consultation with our Calabasas tenant law lawyers. 

What Should I Do If I Have a Property Issue in California?

California has several laws and regulations in place to protect both tenants and landlords from property disputes and other legal issues. If you feel your rights have been violated because of a wrongful eviction, lack of payment, property damage, or other issues, make sure you understand the laws that could apply to your case. The state provides several documents and how-to guides in relation to Tenant Protection Information to ensure renters know their rights. 

Likewise, the state has created resources dedicated to providing property owners with Landlord Protection Information so they know how to protect their investments and properties. 

As helpful as these resources can be, you should always discuss any credible dispute with a legal professional. Our legal team at Gaines & Gaines, APLC can listen to your story, evaluate the legal factors, and help you decide on the best course of action to protect your rights.

 

 

 When Can A Tenant Sue A Landlord In California?

In California, a tenant can sue a landlord primarily for breach of the lease agreement, failure to maintain habitable conditions, illegal eviction, or security deposit disputes. Tenants have the right to a safe and livable environment, and landlords must adhere to the terms of the lease and local housing laws. If a landlord neglects necessary repairs, resulting in unsafe living conditions, or unlawfully evicts a tenant without proper notice, these actions may warrant legal action. Additionally, tenants can pursue legal claims if a landlord wrongfully withholds a security deposit beyond legal deductions. Understanding your rights and responsibilities under California law can help you take appropriate legal steps if your landlord fails to meet their obligations.

Tenant Law Cases We Handle

Our firm in Calabasas can help with a variety of legal issues relating to property rights, including:
  • Late fees and rent rules
  • Rent control disputes
  • Security deposit issues
  • Rental application and tenant screening laws
  • Small claims lawsuits
  • Required landlord disclosures
  • Termination and eviction rules
  • Landlords’ access to property
  • Federal landlord-tenant regulations
  • Withholding rent
  • COVID-related eviction bans

We always advise tenants and landlords to settle their issues outside of court whenever possible, but sometimes civil suits are necessary. However complex the issue may seem, we’re here to listen to your concerns and help formulate a legal plan that pursues justice and aligns with your ultimate goals. Our lawyers want to do what we can to help our clients obtain a favorable outcome. 

Are you ready to take the next step? Our Calabasas tenant rights lawyers are here to help. We take a client-focused approach with each case we handle and we always offer our prospective clients a no-cost consultation to help them assess whether they have a valid claim. We understand how confusing these types of cases can be, which is why our attorneys are here to provide the help and support you need to move forward. 

Why Choose Our Firm?

At Gaines & Gaines, our lawyers pride ourselves in our client-centric approach. We understand how stressful and complex property disputes are, and we know how high the stakes can be for you and your family. For that reason, our attorneys always reach out to our clients within 24 hours, and in ongoing cases we always aim to keep clients informed so they always understand the legal context of their situation and can anticipate the next steps. 

Our firm has more than 5 decades of legal experience at our backs, and our attorneys have been practicing law collectively for more than a century. If you need help with a tenant law issue, or simply want to find out if you have a case, we encourage you to reach out to our team.

Call (866) 400-4450 or submit a contact form to discuss your case with our legal team at Gaines & Gaines, APLC.

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