What is Governor Newsom Doing for California Tenants Who Are Facing Displacement From The LA Fires?
What is Governor Newsom Doing for California Tenants Who Are Facing Displacement From The LA Fires? By Paul M. Collins, Esq. The devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have turned countless lives upside down, leaving many without homes and searching for stability in the aftermath of disaster. In times like these, the kindness and generosity of […]
Am I Really Responsible for My Landlord’s Legal Fees?
Am I Really Responsible for My Landlord’s Legal Fees? By Paul M. Collins, Esq. Facing a dispute with your landlord can be daunting, and if legal proceedings become part of the process, one pressing question might arise: “Am I responsible for paying my landlord’s legal fees?” Understanding how California law approaches this issue can help […]
What Qualifies as Landlord Harassment?
What Qualifies as Landlord Harassment? By Paul M. Collins, Esq. Landlord harassment is more than just annoying or inconvenient behavior—it’s a deliberate attempt to intimidate, pressure, or harm tenants in violation of their legal rights. In California, tenants are protected from harassment under laws like California Civil Code § 1940.2 & 1927, which prohibits landlords […]